Operations Manager

Veolia•Greer, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America. Position Purpose: Responsible for managing and supervising all aspects of client services within a geographical area to include health and safety, environmental compliance, variety of services, and the hiring and training of subordinates. Assists in establishing annual goals and objectives and maintains profit and loss ratios in concert with regional objectives. Oversees subcontractor project completion in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Reviews and approves project estimates, proposals, and contracts for existing and/or new accounts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent work experience required
4 to 6 years of hazardous waste experience required
Extensive knowledge in the following areas: DOT, EPA, TSCA, and OSHA.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Suite
Strong team player
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
Thorough knowledge of disposal site capabilities and limitations prior to shipping hazardous materials to ensure efficient disbursement and storage.
Strong customer service orientation
Ability to effectively present information
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Ability to create & prepare reports as necessary
A valid Driver's License
40-hour HAZWOPER Certification

Responsibilities

Recognize and act on opportunities to increase value added services to customers.
Enforce all compliance, health and safety, and procedures in accordance with departmental and regional policies.
Maintain a professional image to clients by answering inquiries and suggesting solutions to existing and/or potential problems.
Oversee compliance with all OSHA, EPA, DOT, and all other governmental regulations.
Implements all required training courses as required by OSHA, as well as update refresher courses instituted by VES-TS.
Oversees operation of all equipment including maintenance to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness.
Ensures contract compliance and advises accordingly.
Provide a safe and compliant work environment.