We are seeking an experienced and resourceful individual to support the Project manager in the delivery of waste management services to one of our key clients in Iraq. The individual will be responsible for the management and coordination of all day to day activities across all waste sites associated with the project.

The key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Support the Project Manager and provide leadership and guidance to the project team and liaise with the Client
• Oversee the mobilisation and demobilisation of personnel and equipment to and from all operating sites
• Ensure all personnel are properly trained and fit for duty and necessary documentation are in place for all subcontractors/ suppliers
• Ensure equipment has the appropriate calibration and insurance in accordance with applicable regulations and client specifications
• Act as a safety leader promoting the desired safety culture on site at all times and the use of Stop Work Authority by all personnel.
• Perform routine consistency checks and internal audits to ensure compliance to the contract/regulations and the integrity, correctness and completeness of the services.
• Identify problem areas and proactively address issues
• Assist the Project manager to improve cost effectiveness, safety and environmental performance of the project
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly progress reports in accordance with agreed formats as required by the Client

The successful candidate will have:

• Degree/Diploma in Waste Management, Engineering/Science or related field
• IOSH/NEBOSH Health & Safety certificate level qualification desirable
• Chartered Institute of Waste Management WAMITAB Level 2 Certificate or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in the waste management field, oil and gas operations and/or logistics management
• Good working knowledge of national and international waste management regulations in Iraq
• Experience in recycling activities and disposal technologies/waste treatment
• Prior experience of managing large scale projects involving multiple locations
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Arabic
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

Salary and benefits:

• This is a full-time resident position in Iraq (6 day working week) with a salary commensurate with experience.
• Regular training and development will be provided.

We operate an open and relaxed management culture that nurtures continuous improvement and innovation. This also enables us to achieve a staff turnover rate that\'s consistently below the industry average. Adopting a proactive growth strategy helps us to run a sustainable and profitable business while providing new and exciting career opportunities for all.

RSK is committed to its corporate responsibility strategy. We seek to minimise our impact on the environment; to engage positively with the community and education groups; to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere in which to work; and to promote corporate responsibility throughout our supply chain.

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Iraqi nationals are actively encouraged to apply.

Do you want a challenging and rewarding career, accelerated experience and the chance to make a difference in the natural environment? At RSK Middle East, we are always looking for ambitious, enthusiastic and driven people to join our team.

RSK Middle East is headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and has offices in Dubai, UAE, and Basra, Iraq. Through these established offices and a network of trusted local partners, we provide engineering, environmental, technical and laboratory services to local, international and government clients across the full Gulf Cooperation Council region \xe2\x80\x93 Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman \xe2\x80\x93 and Iraq.

We built the first fully integrated environmental and geotechnical ISO-17025-accredited laboratory in Iraq, and we are building on this success by continually growing and expanding our services in the region. We undertake environmental and social impact assessments, carry out environmental monitoring, implement remediation programmes and provide waste-management services.

RSK Middle East is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then. In fact, Environment Analyst recently highlighted RSK\xe2\x80\x99s growth commenting, \xe2\x80\x9cFew companies in the environmental services sector can claim to be expanding at the same pace as RSK.\xe2\x80\x9d

RSK operates as a group of synergistic businesses with a growth strategy centred on diversification to build a resilient business that can withstand external pressures while also bringing more value to clients and opportunities to employees.

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