Maintenance Supervisor

Overview Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a team of professionals committed to addressing water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy challenges to create a more sustainable future. Summary The Maintenance, Reverse Osmosis, and Operations Manager is tasked with leading and optimizing maintenance activities, managing reverse osmosis systems, and overseeing plant operations. This role requires strategic planning, effective problem-solving, and collaboration with engineering teams to enhance operational efficiency. The manager will ensure robust inventory management, employee training, and adherence to safety and compliance standards, while fostering communication across departments and with key stakeholders. Key Characteristics Direct daily maintenance activities, including work orders and preventive maintenance schedules. Supervise plant and field repairs, focusing on skid and equipment maintenance. Oversee fleet maintenance and coordinate with contractors for plant requirements. Outgoing and assertive individual that drives cultural change with a track record of leading roles and accountability. Focused and self-motivated with strong interpersonal capabilities. Ability to work cross-functionally with other leaders on time-sensitive projects. Safety role model with exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Thorough understanding of maintenance work processes and their interactions with operations. Strong mechanical aptitude. Duties & Responsibilities Manage reverse osmosis systems, ensuring optimal performance and troubleshooting issues. Collaborate with engineering on system upgrades and efficiency improvements. Perform preventative maintenance activities at the facility or within the mobile fleet. Lead and direct all team members toward safety objectives, business goals, and continuous improvements in a changing environment. Manage performance by delivering daily results in support of Safety, Health, & Environmental compliance, fixed-cost compliance, and unit profitability. Ensure efficient utilization of all resources within the team to support the business. Lead and ensure career development of key personnel for succession planning. Act as a resource for training or maintenance operations when needed. Perform building and ground maintenance. Partner with engineering on plant projects and field job planning. Maintain comprehensive inventory, including critical spares and membrane stock. Source and procure parts, selecting vendors for field and plant needs. Lead and motivate production teams to meet safety, quality, and production goals. Train and certify field employees in maintenance and operating procedures. Lead recruitment, performance reviews, and safety training for maintenance and RO staff. Ensure compliance with safety audits, ISO standards, and LOTO procedures. Compile monthly and quarterly reports on employee time, inventory, and Non-IX units. Maintain TCEQ calibration records and oversee housekeeping inspections. Engage with departments such as Commercial Engineering, Operations, Tech Service, Sales, and Field Service. Collaborate with Gulf Plants Manager and PDSC Operations Manager on operational issues. Coordinate with Center of Excellence team on Non-IX efficiency and strategic planning. Manage logistics for shipping trailers and containers overseas. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Accountability Initiative Project Management, Project Controls People Management Computer Proficient Adaptability Mechanical or Electrical Proficiency Ability to read and redline engineering drawings and P&IDs Knowledge of OSHA Standards Communication Education & Experience Required: High School Diploma, GED, or international equivalent; minimum of 10 years in a manufacturing environment with at least 5 years of supervisory experience; at least 5 years in a comparable environment involving chemical handling, or 5 years in plumbing, pump or mechanical repair; ERP experience in SAP; extensive experience in maintenance, membrane management and reverse osmosis systems; strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills; proficiency in SAP and inventory management systems; in-depth knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards. Preferred: Associate’s degree in electrical, industrial/mechanical engineering or water treatment disciplines; 10 years’ experience in water treatment and/or resins; basic leadership traits or skills; basic electronic troubleshooting, PLC programming, and 480V 3-phase electrical repair; experience running Schedule 80 PVC pipe (2” to 8”); ability to read P&ID; trade school experience in plumbing, carpentry, and/or mechanical repair; positive displacement pump repair experience; ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Working Conditions Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity. Ability and willingness to work in confined spaces. Additional Information Veolia is an inclusive company that values diversity and equal opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, vision insurance starting Day 1, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with employer match, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, AD&D, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. The salary and benefits information is accurate as of the posting date, but Veolia reserves the right to modify this information. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and Veolia does not sponsor work visas. Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Veolia is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr