Hazardous Waste Operations General Manager

Position Purpose:  

Hazardous Waste Operations General Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the hazardous waste operations within a geographical area including RCRA/OSHA compliance environmental health and safety protocols waste management sales quotas treatment/disposal services and the hiring and training of hazmatcertified personnel. Assist in establishing annual environmental compliance goals and objectives while maintaining profit and loss ratios in alignment with regional targets to increase profit margins while optimizing waste handling costs. Oversee hazardous waste transportation treatment and disposal projects ensuring completion in accordance with EPA DOT and state regulatory guidelines. Reviews and approves waste characterization assessments disposal pricing proposals and service contracts for existing and/new waste generator accounts of significant volume. The position requires a person who understands the value of sustainable operations related to hazardous waste special waste projects and emergency response services and how they relate to various hazardous waste streams and industrial market segments. This position demands expertise in environmental regulations accounting waste disposal contracts technical sales negotiations teamwork and human relation skills.

Primary Duties/responsibilities: 

Execute hazardous and special waste operations business plan aligned with company goals and compliance requirements
Analyze and optimize direct/indirect costs for hazardous and special waste services against market rates
Prepare and manage annual budgets for hazardous and special waste operations including equipment personnel and materials
Ensure strict compliance with EPA DOT and OSHA regulations for hazardous and special waste handling
Maintain oversight of all environmental permits and regulatory reporting requirements for both waste streams
Drive P&L performance and identify growth opportunities in hazardous and special waste management
Coordinate mandatory environmental and safety training programs for hazardous and special waste personnel
Manage maintenance schedules for all waste handling equipment and safety systems
Review hazardous and special waste disposal contracts and pricing structures for accuracy and profitability
Foster crossfunctional collaboration between operations sales and compliance teams for all waste streams
Optimize resource allocation across different waste management operations including special waste handling
Develop and mentor team members in hazardous and special waste operations and safety procedures
Create succession plans for key positions in hazardous and special waste management
Adapt operations to meet changing regulatory requirements and market conditions for all waste streams

Qualifications :

Education / Experience / Background: 

• Bachelors of Science in Chemistry is preferred.
• Bachelors Degree in a related science discipline business or equivalent work experience is required.
• At least 10 years of industrial business experience with corresponding experience with P&L responsibility.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: 

• Knowledge of Process Operations Management QA/Q procedures DOT EPA TSCA and OSHA required.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and cost control and have the ability to forecast budget staffing and equipment needs.
• Demonstrated effective communication presentation and interpersonal skills in order to
  interface with and motivate all levels of personnel and clients.

Required Certification / Licenses / Training: 

• 40hour HAZWOPER Certification
• A valid drivers license 

Additional Information :

BENEFITS 

Veolias 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.   

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. 

Disclaimer: The salary other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime