Assistant Operations Manager (Landfills)

Job description / Role

Overview

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration - through conceptualization - to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we've led with vision, contributing to many of the world's most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51 st largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you'll discover more than just a job - you'll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.

Responsibilities:
- Our newest opportunity is for a talented Assistant Operations Manager (Landfills) to join our award-winning team based in Jeddah, KSA .
- This position will be responsible for assisting in the overall management of landfill operations within the cleaning and waste management projects in Jeddah Governorate. This role involves supporting the planning, coordination, and oversight of daily landfill activities, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations, and optimizing landfill operations for efficiency.
- The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth and effective landfill management.

We envisage success in this role to include:
- Assisting in the daily management and coordination of landfill operations, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Supporting the planning and implementation of landfill procedures to optimize waste disposal and resource recovery.
- Conducting site inspections to monitor landfill performance, safety standards, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborating with contractors, waste management teams, and local authorities to resolve operational issues and improve landfill processes.
- Assisting in managing budgets, resources, and equipment required for landfill operations.
- Preparing detailed reports on landfill activities, performance metrics, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Ensuring that all landfill operations meet local environmental regulations and best practices in waste management.
- Providing recommendations for improving landfill operations and implementing sustainable waste management practices.

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 3+ years of experience in landfill operations, waste management, or public infrastructure projects, partnered with a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Waste Management, or a related field .

Furthermore, you should demonstrate:
- Strong knowledge of landfill management, waste disposal methods, and environmental regulations.
- Familiarity with health and safety standards in landfill operations.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to operational details.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills in both English and Arabic.
- Certification in waste management or landfill operations (e.g., SWANA, ISO 14001) is an advantage.

Saudi nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

KEO's performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its' contribution to client success wherever we work.

We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.

About the Company

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 57 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is ranked by ENR in the Top 225 International Design Firms; in the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms; and by World Architecture as 50th largest global architecture firm and #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.

We invite you to join us.