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TRADEBE; Brescia; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradebe Adro in Adro (BS), Lombardy, seeks a Site Manager to oversee the hazardous liquid industrial waste treatment facility." You will lead Production, Maintenance and Lab, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations. A multidisciplinary team of 11–12 will report to you, with focus on EBITDA, KPIs and SHEQ compliance.

You will drive Capex, maintenance scheduling, and audit readiness while maintaining strong relations with regulators and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Industrial/Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years leading liquid waste/chemical plant operations with P&L exposure.
• Experience in regulatory compliance, safety systems and audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all site operations (Production, Maintenance, Lab) and coordinate with Logistics and SHEQ.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of 11–12 employees, fostering safety and continuous improvement.
• Drive performance metrics including EBITDA, KPIs, and SHEQ targets.
• Own Capex proposals, maintenance plans and audit preparations.
• Manage the site's financials and budgets, ensuring cost control and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Team management

Regulatory relations

SAP

Safety culture

Budgeting

Maintenance planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's in Environmental Engineering

MBA (plus)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Tradebe Adro, located in Adro, Brescia, Italy, operates a liquid industrial waste treatment plant specializing in the management of hazardous liquid waste. The facility has a treatment capacity of 73,000 tons per year and employs approximately 15 people. Its treatment lines include evaporation, physicochemical treatment, sludge treatment via filter press and biological treatment.

This plant enables Tradebe to address various liquid industrial needs and, through its network of European plants and partners, to provide solutions for diverse environmental situations.

Main Purpose - Mission

The Site Manager will oversee the operations of our hazardous liquid industrial waste treatment facility in Adro, Brescia. This pivotal role ensures the efficient, safe and compliant functioning of the plant, aligning with Tradebe’s sustainability mission and operational objectives. The Site Manager is responsible for leading and developing a multidisciplinary team, driving performance improvements and contributing to the organization's growth by achieving financial, operational, safety and environmental targets.

The Site Manager will be responsible for Capex planning and execution, maintenance scheduling and preparation for SHEQ audits. The role also serves as the primary point of contact for all key stakeholders at the site level.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Manage all operational departments of the site (including Production, Maintenance and Laboratory) and ensure effective coordination with Logistics, Administration and SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality). Team Management: Lead, mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team of 11-12 employees, ensuring high engagement, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Performance Oversight: Ensure the achievement of plant objectives, including EBITDA, SHEQ and operational KPIs.
• Technical Responsibility: Appointed as Technical Manager of the site, accountable for effectively balancing operational needs, commercial requirements and Lab technical assessments. Capex and Maintenance: Lead Capex proposals and implementation based on safety, environmental and operational needs, with full accountability for their implementation.
• Financial Responsibility: Manage the plant's financial performance, ensuring effective budget management, oversight and cost control. Accountable for the site's P&L.
• Safety Culture: Promote and integrate a robust safety culture within all production, maintenance and laboratory activities to ensure a safe work environment. Responsible for SHEQ audits preparation. Represent the company during inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a liquid waste management or chemical plant, including oversight of production, maintenance, safety and logistics.
• Strong knowledge and experience in the waste, chemical, petrochemical or oil & gas industries. Experience in the plastics or pharmaceutical sectors will also be considered.
• Expertise in liquid waste management plant, maintenance and chemical processes.
• Financial knowledge and experience with P&L management.
• Proven organizational and planning capabilities in production environments.
• Experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with regulatory authorities.
• Professional proficiency in Italian is required. Knowledge of Spanish and/or English would be an advantage.
• Driver's license.
• The role is based in Adro (BS). Candidates should be able to commute regularly to the site or be willing to relocate.
• A Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related field would be a plus, particularly for candidates focusing on operational and financial management.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP, for managing operations, financials and reporting.
• Knowledge of circular economy principles and sustainable industrial practices.
• Experience implementing safety and quality systems.

Capabilities

• Responsibility: Ensuring compliance and accountability across all operations.
• Teamwork: Building collaboration and synergy within the team.
• Results Orientation: Driving outcomes that align with organizational goals.
• Change Management: Leading adaptation to new processes and improvements.
• Commercial Awareness: Identifying opportunities to add value and grow the business.
• Decisive Action: Making prompt and well-informed decisions.
• People Development: Nurturing talent and fostering team growth.
• Communication and Influence: Articulating goals clearly and motivating stakeholders
• Permanent, full-time contract.
• Competitive salary aligned with the candidate's experience.

Tradebe offers a collaborative, dynamic, and purpose-driven work environment, emphasizing sustainability, safety, and continuous learning. The role provides opportunities to impact the circular economy and environmental stewardship while fostering personal and professional growth.