Operations Manager for Waste Management | Betriebsleitung (m/w/d) für den Eigenbetrieb Kreiswerke Cham – Bereich Abfallwirtschaft
Landkreis Cham
Job Summary
This leadership position involves the full operational, personnel, and technical management of the Kreiswerke Cham waste management division. As the head of this municipal enterprise, you will be responsible for ensuring secure, economical, and ecological waste disposal and recycling services for the district. Your daily activities will include developing strategic optimization concepts, managing procurement processes, and overseeing contract management. You will also handle financial duties such as waste fee calculations, budget control, and the creation of economic plans. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys high levels of responsibility and creative freedom within a public service framework. The position offers a secure workplace with flexible working hours and significant decision-making authority, making it an attractive career step for experienced managers in the environmental or public administration sectors.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Public Management, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification; alternatively, qualification as a civil servant in the third qualification level (Administrative and Finance track).
Experience
- Several years of professional experience, ideally within the municipal waste management sector
- Proven leadership experience in managing teams and organizational units
- Experience in conducting procurement procedures and contract management
- Demonstrated experience in economic planning and budget control
- Experience in the application of legal regulations and municipal statutes
Languages
Additional
- Valid Class B driver's license required. Must have the ability to work under pressure and possess strong negotiation skills.