Manager Waste Management

About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Manager - Waste Management to lead the governance and operational oversight of waste services within Qiddiya Workers Villages. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh Province, and focuses on ensuring environmentally responsible and compliant waste management practices.

Role Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient waste management services. This includes protecting the environment, maintaining village hygiene standards, and supporting the overall sustainability objectives of Qiddiya.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage waste governance, including segregation standards, collection schedules, and disposal compliance.
• Oversee waste contractors’ performance, ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) department on hazardous waste controls, safety requirements, and compliance inspections.
• Maintain accurate records for waste volumes, disposal manifests, and audit-ready compliance documentation.
• Drive hygiene and environmental readiness across common areas through structured waste controls.
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability initiatives.
• Manage service disruptions, escalations, and corrective actions for non-compliance.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities

• Implementation of waste management SOPs and compliance controls across all villages.
• Regular contractor performance reports, inspections, and closure of corrective actions.
• Accurate waste tracking reports, including volumes, segregation, and disposal compliance.
• Audit-ready manifests and comprehensive regulatory documentation.
• Successful execution of improvement initiatives supporting recycling and waste reduction.

Performance Metrics

• Waste collection schedule compliance rate.
• Segregation compliance and contamination reduction trend.
• Regulatory compliance audit score and non-conformance closure rate.
• Incident rate related to waste handling and response time.
• Recycling/diversion rate improvement (where applicable).

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess 7-10 years of relevant experience in waste management, with a proven track record in operational oversight, contractor management, and compliance within a similar environment.