Senior Operations Director
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Job Location:
Basel - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
24-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Operations Director to lead operations across our hazardous waste management facilities in Switzerland. The role encompasses oversight of collection pre-treatment treatment and incineration activities across 4 sites. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence while fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring environmental compliance. He/she will report to the CEO Switzerland
Key responsibilities :
Direct operational strategy and execution across all hazardous waste treatment facilities Basel Emmenbrucke Rubigen & Brugg.
- Lead and develop site managers and their teams (approximately 100 employees)
- Drive operational excellence initiatives and continuous improvement programs
- Ensure compliance with Swiss and EU environmental regulations
- Manage operational budgets and capital expenditure projects
- Optimize plant performance maintenance and reliability
- Coordinate with various stakeholders (regulatory bodies local authorities corporate headquarters)
- Implement and maintain safety protocols and environmental standards
- Lead change management initiatives and digital transformation projects
Qualifications :
- Masters degree in Engineering Environmental Sciences or related field
- 10 years of experience in industrial operations with at least 5 years in hazardous waste management
- Proven track record in multi-site operations management
- Fluent in English and German French would be an asset
- Strong knowledge of European / Swiss environmental regulations and safety standards
- Experience in operational excellence methodologies e.g. Lean Management
- Demonstrated project management capabilities
Leadership Competencies:
- Outstanding people management skills across all organizational levels
- Ability to build strong relationships with blue and white-collar workers
- Excellence in stakeholder management and communication
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
- Change management expertise
- Strong intercultural awareness and sensitivity
Additional Information :
- Willingness to regularly travel between sites across Switzerland
- Eligibility Swiss work permit
- Drivers license
Have we sparked your interest Then we look forward to getting to know you and receiving your complete application documents via our online-platform.
As an inclusive company Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications without discrimination.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Employee Relations
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Conflict Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Leadership management
- Financial Planning
About Company
Veolia aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Our mission to Resource the world demonstrates the unwavering commitment of our 220,000 employees to creating a positive impact for our planet. By joining Veolia Water Technologies, not only will you become a Re ... View more
