Company Description

For 170 years, Veolia has been a global leader in providing water, energy, and waste management solutions. Serving public authorities and industries across 58 countries, our comprehensive services are essential to human development and sustainable growth. As we progress alongside economic growth and human development, we continuously adapt and innovate, designing solutions that positively impact the environment and conserve resources.

Veolia focuses on local solutions to purify and preserve vital resources, mitigate resource depletion, decarbonize lifestyles and production methods, and adapt to the impacts of climate change.

Our mission is to build a better 21st century, and we proudly identify as #resourcers.

 

Key figures of Veolia Near and Middle East:

Over 3,600 employees in the Middle East (in addition to the nearly 6,000 employees for Enova, which reports directly to Veolia Africa Middle-East for Facility Management and Energy Efficiency contracts in the region)A robust local network across the region, including the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Turkey, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia40 years of sustainable partnerships

 

In the Middle East, Veolia collaborates with industries, governments, communities, and commercial businesses to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions needed today, while maintaining a vision for tomorrow. Through public-private partnerships and innovative contractual schemes, Veolia is dedicated to achieving measurable results with pragmatic, sustainable environmental solutions.

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Job Description

Main Accountabilities:

The resource regeneration manager will oversee the expansion of business sectors related to water and energy. This includes spearheading initiatives that align with Veolia UAE's Green-up strategy, with a strong emphasis on innovative water reuse methodologies and comprehensive carbon footprint reduction strategies.  The role will likely involve identifying and implementing sustainable practices, fostering partnerships with relevant stakeholders, and driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies in water and energy management.

Detailed Job Description:

Lead strategic Business Development initiatives to secure new Operation & Maintenance contracts for water treatment facilities across UAE, with primary focus on Abu Dhabi Market. 

Drive business acquisition and growth in Water Services O&M, specifically targeting PO plants, STPs, and industrial water treatment facilities in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah. 

Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive client engagement and market intelligence in the water treatment sector 

Build and maintain strong relationships with industrial clients, offering comprehensive water efficiency solutions and O&M services

Spearhead tender responses for water, sludge, and energy projects, resulting in competitive technical and commercial proposals 

Secure registration with industrial authorities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai to expand O&M service offerings. 

Develop and execute market entry strategies for water and energy sectors, including Waste to Energy and Biogas initiatives. 

Lead proposal development, including technical documentation, pricing strategies, and operational planning

Conduct market analysis to identify emerging O&M opportunities in the water treatment sector

Work with technical teams to develop innovative water treatment solutions and operational strategies

Manage financial aspects of tenders and contracts to ensure business profitability

Work with the Business Development Support Manager to prepare and analyse the financial components of tenders.

Lead the advancement and growth of Water Services, especially in Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) technologies.

Participate in the strategic planning, development, and execution within the bi-methanization sector.

Undertake in-depth market analyses to identify and assess emerging opportunities in the water and energy sectors.

Engage with Veolia Water Technologies to provide clients with a comprehensive and integrated water solutions and services portfolio.

Facilitate project development, proposal preparation, and operational strategies for environmental projects.

Ensure compliance with local regulations and QHSE standards in water and energy operations

Understand local compliances for the water and energy sector.

Support all departments for all forecasts and budget projections.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering (Environmental, Chemical or Preservation of Natural Resources)

Proven leadership experience in water treatment, renewable energy, or environmental technologies.

Strong background in operations and maintenance,  preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Experience in market analysis, project planning, and cross-functional coordination.

Familiarity with RO, STPs, biogas, and waste-to-energy systems technologies.

A minimum of 10 years of experience in the sector

Proficiency in using Google Suite environment.

Strong computer skills and the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems.

Strong communication skils 

Proficient in English with Arabic and French as a plus.

Additional Information

Personal Attributes:

Comply with Veolia Group Values: Responsibility, Community Spirit, Respect, Innovation and Customer Focus

Take initiative and always act professionally and ethically.

Represent the entities in a courteous, helpful and business-like manner.

Maintain an uncompromised level of confidentiality and integrity related to all Veolia entities' information and operations in general.

Adhere to and encourage adherence to all corporate policies and procedures.

Maximum flexibility and autonomy due to the nature of work and traveling.

Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment.

 

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete or exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities that will be carried out by the selected candidate.

Veolia Middle East does not and shall not discriminate in any forms in its recruitment processes.