Sales Manager, Wastewater (Europe)
Energy RecoverySalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Water Treatment, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater ManagementIndustries
Requirements
- 10 to 15 years’ experience in managing wastewater treatment facilities including distributions, collections, and solids handling systems
- Florida Wastewater Operators License
- High school or equivalent, with technical/vocational school background; College degree preferred with focus in Environmental Areas
- Ensure safety is the highest priority and that all SOPs are followed and DOT, OSHA, Health and Safety and other requirements are met
- Conduct routine facility inspections
- Interact with regulators as required
- Demonstrate a collaborative and team leadership approach
- Demonstrate financial acumen through oversight of operations
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operational activities of the wastewater treatment facility serving the City of Clewiston, Florida, with two operators
- Coordinate and communicate with operations, client representatives, contractors, and assigned engineering firms
- Ensure effective system operation and optimization
- Handle compliance reporting
- Manage staff development
- Implement and manage an innovative asset management program
- Administer and implement all routine and capital repair and replacement projects
- Respond to emergency situations including process upsets, equipment failures, force majeure events, all alarm events, etc
- Participate in “on call” rotation for plant coverage outside normal workday hours, including weekends, and respond to emergencies and inclement weather as needed
- Work in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What compensation and benefits are offered for the Plant Manager role?
The position offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits including retirement, generous paid time off, holidays, medical and dental insurance, and flexible spending account.
Is this Plant Manager position remote or on-site?
This is an on-site role at the wastewater treatment facility in Clewiston, Florida, with a Monday-Friday schedule from 7:30am-3:30pm and an on-call rotation including weekends and emergency responses.
What are the key responsibilities and skills needed for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager?
Key responsibilities include managing daily operations of the wastewater facility and two operators, coordination with clients and contractors, ensuring compliance, staff development, asset management, project administration, and emergency response.
What is the company culture like at Woodard & Curran?
Woodard & Curran fosters an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, prioritizes people with opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility, and supports employee-owned teams focused on clean water and healthy communities.
What makes a strong candidate for the Plant Manager position?
Strong candidates will have wastewater treatment operations experience, skills in staff management for a small team of two operators, expertise in compliance and asset management, and availability for on-call emergency response.
Woodard Curran
Engineering and consulting for water management
About Woodard Curran
Woodard Curran specializes in engineering, science, and operations with a focus on clean water infrastructure and environmental consulting. They address complex water and environmental challenges by providing services such as water resources management, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, water reuse and recycling, and environmental remediation. Their project-based business model allows them to engage with a variety of clients, including government entities, private businesses, and institutions, generating revenue through consulting, design, and operational services. Unlike many competitors, Woodard Curran emphasizes modernizing water resources data management and has developed forensic tools to identify contaminants, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Their goal is to make a positive impact on environmental health and sustainability, supported by initiatives from the Woodard Curran Foundation.
Portland, MaineHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
$6.9MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Consulting, EnergyIndustries
501-1,000Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Company Match
Mental Health Support
Wellness Program
Professional Development Budget
Tuition Reimbursement
Risks
Increased competition from companies offering advanced automated systems like Greasezilla.
Strategic shifts from new leadership roles may disrupt operations or client relationships.
Reliance on grants poses financial risks if applications are unsuccessful.
Differentiation
Specializes in solving complex water and environmental challenges with innovative solutions.
Offers comprehensive services including water reuse, environmental remediation, and stormwater management.
Developed forensic tools to identify PFAS contaminants, aiding in compliance and liability management.
Upsides
Growing demand for PFAS remediation services due to increased regulatory scrutiny.
Rising interest in water reuse technologies for sustainable water management solutions.
Expansion of public-private partnerships offers long-term contract opportunities.
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