Field Supervisor (Waste Collection, Transportation, and Sorting Contracts)

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 51st 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, and employee referral rewards.

Responsibilities

Our newest opportunity is for a talented Field Supervisor for Waste Collection, Transportation, and Sorting Contracts to join our team based in Jeddah, KSA. This position will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and performance of contracts related to waste collection, transportation, and sorting operations within Jeddah Governorate. This role involves coordinating with contractors, ensuring compliance with project standards, monitoring waste management operations, and ensuring that all activities are performed efficiently and safely.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that all waste management activities adhere to regulatory standards and operational efficiency. We envisage success in this role to include:

1. Supervising daily operations of waste collection, transportation, and sorting activities to ensure compliance with contract specifications and local regulations.
2. Monitoring contractor performance and providing guidance to ensure effective execution of waste management services.
3. Conducting regular inspections of waste collection routes, transportation methods, and sorting facilities to assess operational efficiency and safety.
4. Coordinating with project teams, contractors, and local authorities to resolve issues and improve service delivery.
5. Preparing detailed reports on the performance of waste management contracts, including operational assessments and compliance with environmental standards.
6. Ensuring that waste is collected, transported, and sorted in accordance with environmental and health regulations.
7. Providing recommendations for optimizing waste collection routes, improving sorting practices, and enhancing transportation efficiency.
8. Maintaining accurate records of waste management activities and contract compliance.

Qualifications

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 3+ years of experience in waste management or public infrastructure projects, preferably in waste collection and transportation, partnered with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, Waste Management, or a related field.
Furthermore, you should demonstrate:

1. Strong knowledge of waste collection and sorting processes, transportation logistics, and environmental regulations.
2. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple aspects of waste management contracts.
3. Ability to work closely with contractors and project teams to ensure operational success and compliance with contract terms.
4. Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic.
5. Certification in waste management or environmental compliance (e.g., SWANA, ISO 14001) is an advantage.
6. Saudi nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

KEO’s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety, and our people. We embrace diversity and recognize 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.