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Veolia · 1 day ago

Superintendent of Water & Hydraulic Production

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States, and they are seeking a Superintendent of Water & Hydraulic Production. The role is responsible for controlling and monitoring water supply and distribution system operations, supervising the workforce, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards while maintaining a continuous supply of potable water.

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Responsibilities

The incumbent is responsible for the efficient and compliant operation of the outlying stations in the Hackensack, Franklin Lakes, and Allendale public water systems including dams, pump stations regulators, storage tanks, and raw water diversions. The incumbent must analyze operational data in order to continually improve water quality, optimize energy and chemical usage, and control manpower/contractor costs while maintaining compliance with all company and regulatory standards and permit requirements
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
Preparation and submission of all relevant operating reports for regulatory agencies and for internal purposes
Monitoring and reporting on water allocation and utilization to ensure continuous compliance with NJDEP permit conditions
Ensuring operational compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act regulations
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
Operating dams consistent with NJDEP permitting, Dam Tender’s guidelines, and watershed management best practices
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
Deploying sensors / loggers to assist with hydraulic modeling to optimize pressure and water quality in the distribution system
Coordinating with the System Maintenance team to analyze and interpret leak detection logger data
Supports flushing sequence development with internal resources and external consultants
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
Interfacing with customers, outside contractors and City, County or Government Agencies
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

Qualification

Water Treatment OperationsHydraulic ModelingNJDEP LicensesMicrosoft Office SuiteSCADAGISHydrology PrinciplesChemistry KnowledgeManagement SkillsEmergency ResponseSafety PracticesPlanningBudgetingInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsNegotiation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field is desirable
Minimum 5 years of 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
The incumbent should be able to scope and interpret hydraulic modeling scenarios and results
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 (T2) preferred or ability to obtain within 1-2 years of hire date
NJDEP Water Distribution System Operator's License (W2) preferred or ability to obtain within 1-2 years of hire date
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

Preferred

Experience with distribution network modeling preferred

Benefits

Paid time off policies
Health, dental, vision, life insurance
Savings accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Paid volunteering
Employer sponsored 401(k) plan
Sick leave – 56 hours
Observed Holidays – 11 days
Vacation – Flexible Time Off
Eligible for up to 15% Annual Performance Bonus

Company

Veolia group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation.

H1B Sponsorship

Veolia has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2023 (1)
2022 (4)
2021 (2)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$10.1M
Key Investors
Emerging Capital Partners
2005-01-01Private Equity· $10.1M

Leadership Team

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Emmanuelle Menning
Deputy CEO, CFO, Finance & Purchasing, Member of Group Executive Committee - Veolia
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