Thermal Dryer Team Leader

About Veolia Veolia Australia & New Zealand is the only global company to provide a full range of environmental services in water, waste management and energy solutions. With over 170 years of global expertise, Veolia operates in more than 57 countries, with well over a hundred sites and approximately 6500 employees across Australia & New Zealand. The Opportunity Veolia Water is seeking an experienced Thermal Dryer Team Leader to manage our state‑of‑the‑art Thermal Drying Facility in Wellington. Lead a team of 5 technicians in producing Class A biosolids while ensuring safety, compliance and operational excellence. What's on offer Lead cutting‑edge environmental technology Competitive salary and benefits Career development opportunities Supportive, collaborative culture Make a real environmental impact What you'll be responsible for Operations Oversee thermal dryer operations including Flo‑Dryer 15X, burner systems, cyclones and condenser Maintain Class A biosolids standards (minimum 80 °C exit temperature per EPA Rule 503) Monitor safety systems: nitrogen fire suppression, oxygen monitoring, temperature controls Coordinate with dewatering and product handling teams for continuous operations Safety & Compliance Lead Health and Safety procedures: confined space entry, hot work permits, lockout/tagout Conduct safety audits and incident investigations Ensure compliance with all operational requirements and consent conditions Champion Veolia's Always Safe Charter Maintenance Coordination Partner with Maintenance and Capital Works Manager on preventive maintenance strategies Coordinate maintenance schedules and shutdown planning Provide operational expertise for equipment commissioning Manage contractor and supplier relationships Team Leadership Coach and develop 5 technicians Foster a safety‑focused, high‑performance culture Conduct performance reviews and support career development Ensure training completion and skills development Performance Management Monitor KPIs: safety, reliability, compliance, efficiency and quality Manage operational budgets and optimise costs Maintain documentation and reporting systems Implement continuous improvement initiatives What you'll need to be successful Required Mechanical or Electrical Diploma or Practising Certificate 5+ years supervisory or team leadership experience in industrial plants People management or coaching qualification SCADA systems and process control experience Current Health and Safety certifications Hands‑on thermal drying or high‑temperature process experience Natural gas burner systems and combustion control knowledge Rotary dryer operations understanding Budget management experience Key Attributes Strategic leader with hands‑on technical expertise Strong communicator and stakeholder manager Problem‑solver with analytical mindset Collaborative team player with coaching ability High integrity and safety‑focused Calm under pressure with sound decision‑making Self‑starter who works autonomously and collaboratively Working Eligibility To apply for this vacancy you must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid visa allowing you to work in New Zealand. Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion. We are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Māori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community and people from all cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr