Head of Wastewater O&M Operations (UAE)

SEGULA Technologies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies is seeking a General Manager – Wastewater Treatment / O&M to lead the operations of major wastewater facilities in the UAE. The role focuses on strategic direction, safety, asset performance and service delivery, while managing contracts, budgets and stakeholder expectations in a complex industrial environment.

The successful candidate will bring 15+ years in water/utility sectors with 8+ years in senior management, plus strong leadership, asset management and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Recognised management or leadership qualification is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes and associated operations.
• Strong knowledge of asset management principles and lifecycle optimisation.
• Excellent project management capabilities.
• Strong commercial, financial and general business management skills.
• Strong understanding of HSE requirements within industrial and operational environments.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong report-writing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and standard business productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to functional and operational managers.
• Establish short-, medium- and long-term objectives, performance targets and operational plans.
• Develop, implement and execute business and operational strategies.
• Formulate and implement company policies supporting contractual and business objectives.
• Coordinate and ensure timely execution of departmental strategies and operational plans.
• Ensure effective management of resources, contracts and operational activities.
• Manage relationships with senior management, shareholders, clients and key stakeholders.
• Develop strategic business partnerships to optimise asset performance and lifecycle management.
• Lead annual budgeting, financial planning and cost-control activities.
• Ensure an appropriate balance between contractual obligations, operational requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Oversee financial, HR and O&M management activities. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, applicable legislation and contractual requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement and operational best practices across the organisation.
• Represent the organisation in high-level meetings and stakeholder engagements.
• Foster a professional, collaborative and performance-driven working environment.
• Support the professional development and growth of employees.
• Ensure safe working practices and maintain a strong zero-tolerance approach towards unsafe behaviour.
• Promote information sharing and collaboration across operational teams.
• Coach and support managers and team members to continuously improve performance.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of management reports, operational reports and performance-monitoring tools.
• Organise and coordinate senior management meetings and ensure appropriate follow-up of actions.
• Maintain effective internal and external communication with relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Operations management

Financial acumen

HSE compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

SEGULA Technologies is seeking a General Manager – Wastewater Treatment / O&M to lead the operations of major wastewater facilities in the UAE. The role focuses on strategic direction, safety, asset performance and service delivery, while managing contracts, budgets and stakeholder expectations in a complex industrial environment.

The successful candidate will bring 15+ years in water/utility sectors with 8+ years in senior management, plus strong leadership, asset management and