Supervisor, Business, Operations Management

Supervisor Position Summary

Ambipar Response is seeking a motivated and organized Supervisor to join our team. The role involves leading and guiding field staff, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations, managing project documentation, budgets, personnel, and maintaining equipment readiness to support project profitability.

• Supervises a small team of technicians and drivers performing industrial cleaning, environmental services, and emergency spill response, including hazardous and non‑hazardous waste cleanup, confined space entry, tank cleaning, and site remediation.
• Provides leadership, mentorship, and support to field staff, ensuring adherence to company policies, safety standards, and federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Manages on‑call response operations, assigning work and coordinating resources for both scheduled and emergency deployments, including availability for overtime and out‑of‑town travel on short notice.
• Ensures safe operation of equipment and vehicles, oversees preventive maintenance checks, and ensures timely reporting of defects or issues.
• Assists Driver Operators and Technicians with safe operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vacuum trucks (liquid, dry, and hydro excavation) and associated tools and equipment.
• Leads by example, actively participating in physically demanding fieldwork, operating vacuum hoses, lifting heavy equipment, and working in extreme weather conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Conducts regular safety briefings, ensures all team members are up to date on required training and certifications, and enforces all safety protocols.
• Monitors and maintains housekeeping standards across offices, yards, warehouses, and vehicles to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Uses vacuum hose to remove sand, sludge, oil, water, and various other liquids and solids.
• Creates and submits required documentation, including job reports, vehicle logs, timekeeping records, incident reports, and project documentation.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of environmental and hazardous material handling protocols and complies with all applicable safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in environmental services, hazmat response, or a related field.
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions and an acceptable driving record.
• Thorough knowledge of all federal, state, and local guidelines (OSHA, CDPHE, CDH, DSHS).
• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
• Ability to pass a DOT and Hazmat physical examination.
• Ability to interpret and follow written and oral instructions and assignments.
• Experience working outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Detail oriented with a strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities when interacting with customers, regulators, direct reports, and managers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Exposure to hazardous materials and high‑risk environments requiring strict adherence to safety protocols.

• CDL B or CDL A Hazmat endorsement.
• Tanker endorsement.
• Possess a valid U.S. passport or be willing to obtain one.
• Bilingual proficiency is strongly preferred.

The standard working hours are 7AM – 4PM. The candidate must be willing and available to work overtime as needed to meet project demands and deadlines, including extended hours, overtime, various shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary. Extended periods of travel and working in inclement weather may be required. The position demands standing and working on feet for 8‑12 hour shifts.

Physical requirements include lifting up to 50pounds, carrying objects up to 10feet, routine grasping or handling of objects, use of finger dexterity, bending elbows/knees, reaching above and below shoulders, climbing ladders, working from stationary platforms at elevated heights, and communicating by voice while detecting sounds by…