Job Description

Main Purpose

We are seeking a Director of Operations to lead and grow our environmental services operations across three strategic locations—Tennessee, Louisiana, and Alabama. This role carries full P&L ownership and is responsible for advancing performance and profitability in Waste Water Treatment, Marine Fueling, and Landfill Operations.

The ideal candidate will bring a background in multi-site operations leadership, a deep understanding of environmental compliance and infrastructure services, and a proven ability to drive operational excellence, and business expansion. We're looking for a leader who can shape and implement strategy, lead teams, and explore new revenue streams and acquisition targets to position the South Region for long-term success.

This position has a 50%+ travel requirement.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & P&L Management

• Oversee full P&L and daily operations for three regional sites (TN, LA, AL) including landfill, wastewater treatment, and marine fueling services.
• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Implement and standardize procedures to drive safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship.

Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations (e.g., RCRA, EPA).
• Oversee programs related to air quality, groundwater monitoring, gas collection, and leachate management.
• Lead and coordinate environmental training and ongoing compliance programs for site staff.

Strategic Planning & Growth

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the region, in coordination with the sales team.
• Evaluate market trends, competitive positioning, and customer needs to drive sustainable growth.
• Support acquisition strategy for new outlets, fueling stations, and wastewater treatment assets.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Serve as the key liaison for local communities and regulatory agencies.
• Lead public relations and communication efforts to maintain a positive presence within surrounding communities.
• Provide executive-level reporting on operational performance, financials, strategic initiatives, and compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Finance, EHS, HR) to align strategic priorities and ensure seamless execution.
• Drive collaboration to enhance the customer experience and deliver tailored, high-impact solutions.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• 7+ years of progressive leadership in environmental services, wastewater, marine fueling, or waste management operations.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing multi-site, full P&L operations.
• Proven experience in sales, business development, and acquisition integration.
• Deep understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability best practices.
• Experience presenting to executive leadership and regulatory bodies.

Work Environment:

• Combination of field and office work; exposure to weather and operational site conditions.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, kneel, crawl, lift, reach, push, pull, and sit for extended periods.
• Extended use of computer systems and data entry.

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

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Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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