General Manager

Veoliaenvironnementsa; Sharjah; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharjah Waste to Energy Plant Maintenance Company (SWTEPM) is seeking a General Manager to lead daily operations of the Sharjah Waste to Energy Plant. The role focuses on safety, maintenance, and performance optimization to maximise energy output and profitability.

You will develop strategic plans, manage budgets, and drive ISO and compliance initiatives while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring environmental standards are met.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in energy plant operations management.
• Strong leadership and budget management skills.
• Experience with safety, health, and environmental (SHE) standards.
• Strategic planning and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations, safety measures, and maintenance activities to ensure smooth functioning.
• Develop and implement efficiency strategies to meet production goals while minimising costs.
• Establish policies, procedures, and production schedules to streamline plant operations.
• Conduct performance reviews and motivate staff to achieve production targets.
• Foster organisational culture, values, and reputation among staff, customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.

Job description

Context:

The Sharjah Waste to Energy Plant located in Al Saj'ah, Sharjah transforms non recyclable waste into electricity. It processes approximately 300,000 tonnes of waste each year and produces around 30 megawatts of clean energy, supplying power to thousands of homes. The facility helps reduce landfill dependency, lower emissions, and advance Sharjah's sustainability objectives.

Sharjah Waste to Energy Plant Maintenance Company (SWTEPM) is responsible for the plant's operation and maintenance. SWTEPM is a joint venture between Veolia, BEEAH, and Tadweer.

Main Accountabilities :

• The General Manager leads overall operations, strategic planning, and performance optimization of the plant. They manage the budget, ensure regulatory compliance, oversee staff, and maintain stakeholder relationships. They are responsible for maximising energy production from waste, implementing safety protocols, driving sustainability initiatives, and ensuring the plant's profitability and environmental standards are met.
• The General Manager is accountable for overall plant performance, strategic goal achievement, profitability, stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, team leadership, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Detailed Job Description:

• Oversee daily plant operations, safety measures, and maintenance activities to ensure smooth functioning.
• Develop and implement efficiency strategies to meet production goals while minimising costs.
• Establish policies, procedures, and production schedules to streamline plant operations.
• Conduct performance reviews and motivate staff to achieve production targets.
• Verify job requests and coordinate activities of directly reporting managers.
• Foster organisational culture, values, and reputation among staff, customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Execute General Manager's responsibilities in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
• Manage daily plant meetings and oversee contract management for operations, safety, and maintenance.
• Handle plant reports for SWTEPM's client and prepare budget estimates.
• Oversee ISO certification follow-up and ensure customer satisfaction while protecting company interests.
• Review activity analyses and comply with environmental, health, and safety requirements.
• Conduct work activities meeting quality expectations without posing risks to health, safety, or environment.
• Direct overall O&M Company activities and approve contracts, orders, and purchase requests.
• Present quarterly results to the board and manage legal and accounting aspects of the O&M company.
• Uphold safe work environment, avoid operational risks, and maintain objectivity, consistency, and confidentiality.
• Stop Work Authority: Authorized to immediately halt any work activity that poses unacceptable safety, environmental, or asset risks without fear of retaliation.
• Perform additional duties that may be assigned, aligned with the role's level and organisational needs.
• Adhere to all IMS, Finance and Compliance policies and procedures throughout daily operations.

Objectives :

• Optimise plant operations to maximise efficiency, productivity, and profitability while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to meet production goals and minimise operational costs.
• Foster a positive organisational culture and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including the client, staff and other regulators.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, environmental regulations, and health and safety protocols across all operations.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and financial reporting to maintain fiscal responsibility and transparency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including ISO certification and efficiency enhancements.
• Oversee staff performance, providing leadership and motivation to achieve company objectives.
• Represent the company's interests, maintaining its reputation and ensuring customer satisfaction in all activities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Plant efficiency: Measure waste processing capacity and energy production output against established targets.
• Cost management: Track operational costs and budget adherence, aiming for cost reduction without compromising quality.
• Safety performance: Monitor incident rates, near-misses, and compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
• Environmental compliance: Assess adherence to environmental standards and successful completion of regulatory audits.
• Employee productivity: Evaluate staff performance, turnover rates, and achievement of individual and team goals.
• Customer satisfaction: Measure client feedback, contract renewals, and resolution of customer issues.
• Maintenance effectiveness: Track equipment uptime, scheduled maintenance completion