Manager Waste Management RD

About Qiddiya and the Role

Qiddiya is seeking a Manager, Waste Management, to oversee waste operations within Qiddiya Workers Villages. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on ensuring environmentally responsible and compliant waste services, managing contractor performance, and driving continuous improvement in line with Qiddiya standards and Saudi regulations.

Purpose of the Role

The primary purpose of this role is to deliver safe, compliant, and efficient waste management services. This includes protecting the environment, maintaining hygiene within the villages, and supporting overall sustainability objectives for 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 Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) teams 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 detailing volumes, segregation, and disposal compliance.
• Audit-ready manifests and regulatory documentation.
• Successful improvement initiatives supporting recycling and waste reduction efforts.

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 5-10 years of relevant experience in waste management, with a focus on governance, operational oversight, and contractor management. The role requires a strong understanding of waste segregation, collection, transport coordination, and disposal compliance.