Overall responsibilities, delegated authorities and accountability

Main Tasks

To provide effective leadership and to take responsibility for the management and efficient delivery of the collection, transportation and landfill operations associated with the EGA Contract; and manage all aspects of the contract operation ensuring compliance with Veolia policies, procedures and business objectives at all times.
To maintain senior level contact with the customer and operating partners on the contract with the objective of strengthening the company position on site and to maximize new business opportunities.
To ensure that the contract achieves budgeted levels of profitability. To assist in the preparation of the contract P&L and Capex budget
To coordinate, within the budget, the specification, procurement, delivery and installation of vehicles, equipment, tools and stock consumables.
To manage the staffing of the contract (approx. 140 people) and ensure HR compliance.
To actively pursue and support new methods of working to include data collection, performance monitoring and service levels.
To ensure that both the contract and the Company targets and standards are met, including Health and Safety Performance, Environmental Compliance, Financial performance, Business and Personal Objectives, Transport.
To deliver to the contract operational excellence and to improve systems and procedures through diligent monitoring and control.
Ensures correct implementation of company policies and procedures in his division
Identify the HSE-Critical Activities within their area and develop strategy for control of identified hazards.
Regularly check HSE and staff training compliance with the Training Program
Ensure that Corporate HSE Management System requirements are implemented and maintained in all locations and areas belongs to the divisions
Conduct regular reviews of the HSE Management System, in the divisions, to ensure its continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness
QHSE

Understand, implement and follow the QHSE policy.
Report any HSE incident immediately as per VESE HSE procedures.
Implement and coordinate QHSE procedures onsite.
Responsible for health and Safety of all personnel under his authority, including others who may be affected by the company’s activities.
Understanding and implementing the company HSE policy, plans and procedures.
Conducting Risk Assessments in collaboration with QHSE coordinator on activities related to commercial operations and ensuring that the methods and systems of work are safe
Providing written instructions outlining potential hazards and precautions, and ensure they are complied with.
Ensuring incident and near-miss reporting procedures are understood and complied with, and assist with accident investigations where appropriate.
Ensuring all employees and sub-contractors are suitably trained/competent to carry out the prescribed task and that the necessary licenses/certificates of competence are in force and appropriate.
Ensure that the employees reporting to him are following the training program defined in the QHSE system.
Warn and issue notices where necessary to employees in case of breach of QHSE rules.
Define roles, responsibilities and authority in the Operation Department.
Comply with QHSE policy of VESE
Work attitude

Take initiative and always act in a professional and ethical manner.
Represent VESE in a courteous, helpful and business-like behavior.
Maintain an uncompromised level of confidentiality and integrity related to all VESE information and operation in general.
Adhere to and encourage adherence to all corporate policies and procedures.
Lead by example, be friendly and helpful.
Teamwork and Collaboration

Maintain coordination and effective working relationships with other job functions and the other teams.
Train and develop subordinates.
Organizing and Reporting

Ensure that reporting is performed promptly and accurately.
Organize soft & hard files with focus on digitalization.
Update reports within specified time.
Produce requested reports when required by the General Manager.
Communication

Report all relevant information to the General Manager promptly and accurately.
Ensure effective, accurate and prompt communication with all other departments, clients, suppliers and Veolia teams.

Specific Competencies

Technical Skills

Excellent analytical and reporting skills.
UAE valid light vehicle driving license is a must.
Innovative and continuous improvement mindset.
Effective problem identification, problem solving and improvement implementation.

Good communication & leading skills
Waste Management
Hazardous Waste
Mobilisation Contract
Collection / Logistic Operations
Landfill Operations
Highly experienced in Finance.
Strong commercial acumen.
Proven leadership skills, to lead, motivate and inspire others to achieve.
Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation and coaching skills.
Excellent project management skills.
A good working knowledge of related HR issues.
IT Skills in the use of Microsoft Google Suite and Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project.
Experience in the implementation and application of Quality Standards (ISO)
Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions
Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines
Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology
Integrity, ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks
Ability to classify accidents
Ability to apply Safety Management Tools
Language: Professional English is a must. Arabic would be a plus.
Teamwork and Collaboration

Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
Maximum flexibility due to the nature of work and work environment.
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment.
Excellent interpersonal and conflict handling skills.
Communication

Good command of written and spoken English is a must.
Good command of Hindi/Urdu/Arabic is an advantage.
Able to transfer knowledge to colleagues, interns and students.
Communicate accurately, correctly, timely, effectively and in an appropriate manner using email, documentation and verbally.

Organizing and Reporting

Excellent planning and organizing skills.
Excellent workload and time management.
Excellent report writing skills with attention to detail, correctness and accuracy with the good use of English and technical terminology.
Able to create new reports and tools for use by employees and management.
IT Skills

Advanced proficiency in Google suite, MS Office and related apps.
Proficient in accounting software e.g. JD Edwards, Navision.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Education and Experience Required

Hold a relevant educational qualification from a well recognized and reputable academic institution fit for the required job function.
Master in Civil engineering or Equivalent

At least 3 years of relevant experience and preferably in an industrial environment.
10 years’ experience in logistic and/or hazardous waste management.
Mobilisation / Project Management / CQA and Tender Preparation for HDPE Capping