Administrative Support (Project Management) Veolia NA

Veolia Water Milwaukee LLC; Oakville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to ecological transformation. This role offers the chance to support critical projects at a major assembly plant, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and contributing to sustainable practices. You will engage with subcontractors, manage waste logistics, and help uphold the company's commitment to Zero Waste and Landfill Free initiatives. With a focus on professional growth and a dynamic work environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in environmental management.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Pension Plan

Training and Support Programs

Multidisciplinary Work Teams

OHS-oriented Work Environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in environmental services.
• Knowledge of regulations related to waste management.

Responsibilities

• Support project management at the Ford Oakville Assembly Plant.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for waste management.
• Coordinate waste pickup and procurement of containers.

Skills

Environmental Services Knowledge

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Autonomy and Initiative

Multi-tasking Ability

Education

College/University Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 230,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources and replenish them. In 2021, the Veolia group provided 79 million inhabitants with drinking water and 61 million with sanitation, produced nearly 48 million megawatt hours and recovered 48 million tons of waste. Veolia Environnement (Paris Euronext: VIE) achieved consolidated revenue of 28,508 billion euros in 2021.

Job Description

Provide administrative support and project management at the Ford Oakville Assembly Plant-Retooling Episodic Projects. Major responsibilities include meeting subcontractors onsite and gathering paperwork (receipts, bill of ladings etc…) in accordance with applicable regulations and upholding Zero Waste and Landfill Free status. Major emphasis on supporting the on-site team to provide backup and help with the day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures that all duties are performed in accordance with regulatory standards and company policies; governing the proper management of solid and hazardous waste;
• Identifies and characterizes wastes.;
• Prepares containers for proper TDG shipment;
• Prepares and signs shipping paperwork including manifests for all shipments of waste;
• Coordinates scheduling and pickup of waste within Veolia and with third party providers;
• Coordinates the procurement of necessary waste containers;
• Communicates with clients, subcontractors and supervisors, any changes or discrepancies in contract and/or subcontract requirements;
• Ensures that contract and/or subcontract requirements are being met and/or exceeded;
• Coordinates Client “in-plant” waste management systems;
• Samples and prepares waste material samples for analysis;
• Tracks manifests, matches documents, and maintains files;
• Performs and documents waste accumulation area inspections;
• Facilitate and participate in internal and external ISO 14001 audits;
• Support management systems & deliverables focusing on federal and local regulatory compliance standards as well as the plant’s Environmental Management policies and procedures dealing with the proper management of waste and the prevention of pollution;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Working towards College/University degree – in Environmental and/or Chemistry;
• 1-3 years or work experiences in a related field such as environmental services;
• Knowledge of applicable Regulations (Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, O. Reg 347, Environmental Protection Act);
• Experience in completing Waste Characterizations including sampling, as an asset
• Great communication
• Great attention to detail;
• Autonomy and initiative;
• Ability to prioritize, organize and multi-task ;
• Professional attitude oriented towards customer satisfaction;
• Dynamic, interpersonal skills;
• Ability to persuade and communicate ideas.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally lift, push or pull up to 30 lbs
• Able to sit periodically and for extended periods of time, climb ladders/stairs, reach below knees and above shoulders, kneel .
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and ability to reach forward and grasp

Additional Information

Why join our Resourcers team?

• A company in constant growth that creates the world of tomorrow;
• A multitude of large-scale projects where you can use your talent;
• Challenges to your measure and the lack of routine;
• The opportunity to develop your career to meet your professional objectives;
• Training and support programs, both internal and external;
• Very competitive compensation, pension and benefits;
• Multidisciplinary work teams and an OHS-oriented work environment.

We thank all applicants for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.