Superintendent of Operations

Veolia Environnement SA • Haworth, NJ

6d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Position Purpose:
Plans, directs and oversees the operations at the Haworth Water Treatment Plant. Manages workforce to operate, maintain, and modify facilities in compliance with applicable policies/ procedures, regulations, and laws ensuring the continuous supply of potable water.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field is desirable.
• Minimum 5 years experience in water treatment operations or water engineering.
• Strong Computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, SCADA, GIS and hydraulic modeling software
• Understanding of hydrology and hydraulic principles.
• Operational knowledge of wells, pumps, and related equipment.
• Understanding of chemistry for sampling and treatment procedures.
• Excellent management and supervisory, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Must be able to deal effectively with all levels of staff, management and organized labor groups.
• Proficient with planning, budgeting and variance analysis.
• Knowledge of water utility operations, maintenance and construction practices.
• Ability to negotiate with contractors.
• Ability to work on emergency stand-by.
• Ability to be Emergency Response Officer for Haworth WTP.
• Familiar with related safety practices.
• The incumbent must be able to read and understand Engineering and site plans, specifications and as-built drawings.
• Must be able to read and write. Ability to learn new water industry technology and teach.
• Be available to serve on an emergency standby rotation.
• NJDEP Water Treatment Plant Operators License (T4) is preferred
• Minimum NJDEP Water Treatment Plant Operators License (T2)
• NJDEP Water Distribution System Operator’s License (W2)
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain; climb ladders, hills and stairs; enter confined spaces, moderate lifting up to 25 pounds; sit, stand and walk for long periods at a time.
• Must be able to speak, see clearly and hear. Must be able to smell gasses.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with distribution network modeling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Routinely meeting with staff to discuss work plans and department goals, provide counsel regarding priorities, problem situations, etc.
• Ensuring compliance with NJDEP license requirements for the satellite facilities.
• Ensuring operational compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act regulations.
• Ensuring operational compliance and reporting for plant residuals management.
• Directing workforce to accomplish daily operations and maintenance of treatment/production facilities.
• Completing performance reviews of reports as required.
• Ensuring knowledge transfer.
• Managing company assets efficiently.
• Assisting in preparation of annual capital and expense budgets and reviewing/reporting budget activity on a regular basis.
• Ensuring appropriate operator licensing for departmental staff.
• Implementing emergency response on 24-hour basis, and for scheduling personnel to be available for response. Ensure all facility emergency response plans are updated and staff is trained/familiar with the plan contents.
• Working with other VWNJ functional groups to schedule facility improvements, preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Coordinating with EHS&S personnel in conducting department safety and training programs and ensuring that staff adheres to required regulatory and internal EHS&S policies and procedures.
• Working with Human Resources to manage personnel effectively, including conflict resolution within the framework of a collectively bargained workforce environment.
• Coordinating technical training programs and access to education opportunities for staff, identifying opportunities for improvement to existing training processes.
• Developing and continuously improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Proactively sharing resources across teams.
• Ensuring appropriate customer satisfaction levels.
• Adhering to operating budget and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Providing leadership and motivation for subordinates.
• Facilitating communication among personnel and departments.
• Ensuring coordination between operations staff and engineering/capital management/contractors to ensure continuity of plant operations and successful capital project development and delivery.
• Continuously improving systems, processes, and procedures as measured by KPIs.
• Efficiently utilizing resources.
• Managing inventory items as required.

Benefits

• Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance.
• In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.
• Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
• Sick leave – 56 hours
• Observed Holidays – 11 days
• Vacation – Flexible Time Off
• Eligible for up to 15% Annual Performance Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager