Company Description

Are you looking for a meaningful experience in a company that aims to be useful to the greatest number by treating social, environmental, and economic issues as an inseparable whole and you want to work in a company committed to the environment?🌿🌍

Join us!

Within the Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies (VWT) offers a complete range of technologies and services in design-build, operation, maintenance, modernization, and management of water treatment and sanitation systems and facilities generating €1.6 billion in revenue.

A world leader in its market for over 50 years, SIDEM, a subsidiary of VWT, designs and builds the largest desalination plants in the world. Rich in technical expertise and with a mindset firmly focused on innovation, SIDEM's mission is to provide its customers with desalination technologies at the cutting edge of industrial performance and guaranteeing the greatest energy efficiency. Enthusiastic and passionate, optimistic and determined, we move forward to meet, together, the technical, industrial, environmental challenges that mark the progress of our major projects and our technological developments.

Do you want to participate in this great collective human adventure? Don't hesitate any longer and apply to this offer!

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead our operations in Libya. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of SIDEM's business activities in the country, including project management, business development, and stakeholder relations.

As Country Manager for Libya, your responsabilities will include:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand SIDEM's presence in the Libyan market.
• Oversee the execution of desalination projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, partners, and clients.
• Identify new business opportunities and lead the preparation of proposals and tenders.
• Manage the financial performance of the Libyan operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, company policies, and international standards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with other regional directors and the global leadership team to share best practices and drive company-wide initiatives.

You have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the water treatment or desalination industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

You also have proven track record of successfully managing large-scale projects in Libya or similar markets.

You have a strong understanding of the Libyan business environment, including local regulations and cultural nuances, excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

You are fluent in English; knowledge of French and/or Arabic is a plus.

Also, you have demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with high-level stakeholders and strong financial acumen and experience in managing budgets and P&L statements.

This job is for you!

Additional Information

We offer you the opportunity to join a Group whose goal is to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation! 🌿🌍

What are the advantages of joining us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking collaborative team who will focus on your future career and development both locally and internationally
• Possibility to be part of exciting projects outside of your daily work/ scope for your company
• We are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible
• Veolia is committed to a global social pact for its employees in all its geographic regions.

But also: 

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to lead a growing business in a dynamic market

Here at Veolia Water Technologies, we know that some applicants don't apply unless they think they tick all the boxes - but we are saying don't worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.