Our client, based in the Republic of Guinea and providing Operation and maintenance supervision for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant is looking for a Project Technical Manager. The role will coordinate and oversee project plans and manage the team responsible for the delivery of water infrastructure projects. This includes controlling budgets, health and safety, commercial and contractual aspects, quality and the environment

Responsibilities

Exercises supervisory authority over technical team authorizes time-off; approves payroll and hiring; coordinates staffing and operational activities; ensures that training and development is provided to staff; provides consistent accountability with disciplinary actions (as warranted), in addition to maintaining a healthy and safe work environment.Coordinates the organization, staffing and operational activities for the water treatment plant including raw water pumping from ground and surface water sources, water treatment, and pumping to the regional water distribution system.Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Water Treatment Plant; identifies resource needs; recommends and implements policies and procedures. Sets objectives and procedures for work group(s) within the Water Treatment Plant.Prepares, recommends and manages the technical budget; approves and controls expenditure.Assigns preparation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all water treatment operations, maintenance, and management activities.Oversee the preventative and corrective maintenance program and ensure the proper use and maintenance of the computerized maintenance management system.Coordinates activities to maintain permit compliance with regulation agencies such as Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and State Engineer's Office (SEO).Coordinates contractual activities and priorities with other companies and external agencies; attends meetings to receive and convey technical information.Continuously monitors plant operations, reviews and assesses operational logs, records and reports; inspects plant facilities and operations on a regular basis.Prepare operational and statistical reports.Responds to and resolves the company's (Rio-Tinto) concerns and complaints. Positive customer service demeanor.Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned by the management.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in natural sciences, civil engineering or a closely related field preferred.Minimum of three years of increasingly responsible experience in the operations of a water treatment plant.Minimum of two years of experience working as a supervisor.Strong understanding of water treatment technologies, processes, and regulations.Proficient in project management software and tools.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.Knowledge of the current trends and innovations in water treatment.Understanding of applicable codes, rules and regulations relating to the various aspects of Water Treatment Management.Great communication skills.Excellent project management skills.Leadership skills.