Manager Water Treatment & Supply
Company: Veolia North America
Location: West Nyack
Posted on: April 26, 2024
Job Description:
Company DescriptionAbout Veolia North AmericaA subsidiary of
Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) 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. VNA helps
commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and
municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in
Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has approximately 10,000
employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent.
Please visit our website -www.veolianorthamerica.com.Job
DescriptionPay Rate: $100000 to $120000 Per Year.BENEFITSVeolia'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. -Position Purpose: -The Manager Treatment & Supply
ensures there is enough water supply and production to meet the
daily water demands. Manages the workforce, consultants, and
contractors to ensure successful SCADA system operations, pumping
operations, and production facilities operations in compliance with
applicable company policies/procedures, regulations, and laws. The
responsibilities of this position include the operations of UWNY,
South County Sewer, and satellite systems in Putnam, Orange, and
Westchester Counties (i.e. Forest Park group of water companies).
UWNY services approximately 272,000 people throughout Rockland
County and small portions of Orange, Putnam and Westchester
Counties, and the system includes over 1,000 miles of mains and
6,000 hydrants. South County Sewer includes five small wastewater
collection and treatment systems in Orange County, NY. Forest Park
and other satellite systems includes sixteen discontinuous water
systems that serves an additional 1200 customers. This position
requires professionalism and independent judgment, and the ability
to manage staff in a union environment. The successful candidate
will develop and implement a vision and strategy for the production
departments in alignment with the corporate and NY Division vision
and strategy.Primary Duties/Responsibilities:Business
Performance:
- Manage company assets and utilize resources efficiently.
- In coordination with the Planning Department, develop and
implement a maintenance strategy and policy for improvements in
asset care and condition.
- Coordinate with Engineering to ensure proper implementation of
capital projects.
- Optimize whole life cost of ownership through timely asset
intervention and investment, balancing operating and maintenance
expenses with capital investment.
- Manage UWNY production departments, UWSCS, and Satellite
Systems (Forest Park) operating budgets.
- Manages systems to ensure effective operations during peak
demands, low storage levels, or during times of interrupted
service.
- Support Non-Revenue Water Manager and T&D Department in
efforts associated with the reduction of Non-Revenue Water
(NRW).
- Facilitate communication, proactively share resources, and
assist in implementing best practices across UWNY and NY Division
teams.
- Continuously evaluate and improve performance through the use
of KPIs.
- Serve as a change agent within the production area, promoting
the need for and benefits of change as it relates to both operating
procedures and systems.
- Establish and manage departmental goals and objectives in
alignment with the corporate and NY Division strategy, mission,
vision, and values.Personnel:
- Lead personnel of four UWNY departments: SCADA, Maintenance
(Pumping), and Production.
- Lead personnel of UWSCS.
- Lead personnel operating Forest Park facilities.
- Directing workforce to accomplish daily operations,
maintenance, and construction activities such as installing,
maintaining, repairing and improvements of PLC's, instruments,
communications, and control systems.
- Develop, continuously improve, and ensure compliance with
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) for the production
departments.
- Evaluate performance of personnel, as required.
- Provide personnel training, ensure knowledge transfer, and
develop staff succession plans.
- Assist in conducting department safety training programs and
assure that subordinates adhere to safety policies and
regulations.Customer Service:
- Ensure compliance with regulatory required customer service
level standards.
- Implement emergency response for repairs on 24-hour basis.
- Participate in company community outreach / education
programs.Compliance:
- Ensure departmental compliance with environmental, safety and
other regulatory policies.
- Serves as the regulatory liaison for SWNY in Rockland, Orange,
Putnam, Westchester
Counties.QualificationsEducation/Experience/Background:
- Minimum 7-10 years.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Bachelor's degree in a natural science, engineering or other
related field isdesired or equivalent work
experience.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Proven interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Must be
able to speak to give direction and converse with other
officials.
- Knowledgeable with MS Office Suite / Google.
- Understanding of instrumentation, automation design,
maintenance management systems, hydraulics, distribution systems,
and Graphic Information Systems (GIS).
- Must be able to deal effectively with all levels of staff,
management, organized labor groups, local and state agencies, local
officials, and customers.
- Knowledge of water utility operations, maintenance and
construction practices.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and related safety
practices .
- Ability to negotiate with contractors/vendors.
- Ability to work on emergency stand-by (Emergency Supervisor &
Regional Manager).
- Ability to read and understand engineering plans and
specifications.
- Must be able to read complex reports and engineering drawings;
write detailed reports and prepare presentations; analyze complex
operational and engineering challenges and resolve same; learn new
technological advances in water / wastewater.Required
Certification/Licenses/Training:
- NYS Water System Operator IA-IB-C-D or ability to obtain within
one year.
- NYS Wastewater Operator Grade 2A preferred.
- NYS 5A Commercial Pesticide Applicator or ability to obtain
within one year.Physical Requirements:
- Physical: Walking on uneven terrain; climbing hills and stairs;
moderate lifting up to 25 pounds; sit for long periods at a
time.
- Sensory: Must be able to see clearly and hear warning devices
and alarms. Must be able to smell for dangerous conditions such as
sewer gases and chlorine.Additional InformationWe 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.
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