Company Description
Kanadevia Inova (KVI) is a global market leader in energy from waste (EfW) and renewable gas. KVI acts as an engineering, procurement and construction contractor and project developer, delivering complete turnkey plants and system solutions for thermal and biological EfW recovery. KVI’s Service Group combines its own research and development with comprehensive manufacturing and erection capabilities to support our clients throughout the entire life cycle of their plant.
Job Description
The Site Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all on-site activities to ensure that work is executed in accordance with contractual requirements, project timelines, budgets, and QHSE standards. Acting as the technical and managerial lead on site, this role coordinates internal teams and subcontractors, ensures compliance with risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and drives continuous improvement in operational performance. This position will work remotely and candidate may be located in Rhode Island, Pennsylvania/Virginia or Tampa, FL areas.
Qualifications
Guidance & Personnel Management:
- Provide clear leadership to on-site teams by communicating work schedules, safety protocols, and project requirements.
- Supervise both internal personnel and subcontractors to ensure work is performed safely, on time, and within budget.
- Monitor and review performance, and escalate issues when necessary to maintain high quality standards.
Operational & Service Oversight:
- Collaborate with the Account Manager to develop and implement work plans and schedules.
- Monitor project progress, manage change requests, and follow up on deviations and claims.
- Ensure that on-site activities conform to contractual and budgetary requirements.
- Provide hands-on assistance as a fitter or welder when necessary to support critical on-site operations.
- Assist in resolving technical issues by performing mechanical or welding tasks as required.
Compliance & Collaboration:
- Ensure strict adherence to QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) standards, internal policies, and external regulations.
- Review and ensure that risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are up-to-date and followed.
- Maintain clear communication with internal stakeholders (e.g., Account Managers, HSE, Site Support teams) and external parties (e.g., clients, subcontractors).
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Achievement of project timelines and adherence to budgets.
- High compliance with QHSE standards and reduced safety incidents.
- Effective resolution of on-site technical and operational issues.
- Positive feedback from clients and internal stakeholders regarding site performance.
Qualifications & Experiences:
- Technical diploma in Mechanical or Maintenance.
- 5+ years’ experience in site supervision or field service within a large industrial environment.
- Proven experience in contractor coordination and QHSE management.
- Experience in working in a matrix organization.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard project management tools.
- Fluent in the local language and English, another language is a plus.
- Experience in maintenance/assembly in international mechanical or plant engineering, preferably waste -to-energy plants
- Experience in pipeline construction
- Experience in boiler construction
- Implementation of pipeline construction on the basis of pipeline planning in 3D programs and pipe isometric
- Knowledge of at least 2 welding processes
- Good product knowledge
Personal Attributes:
- Strong awareness of QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) management system and commitment to safe work practices.
- Solution-oriented, proactive, and reliable.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively present ideas and relay information.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of vigilance to detect and report abnormal situations.
- Strong leadership and team coordination capabilities, maintaining team cohesion and motivation.
- Willingness to travel 100% and at all sites.
This job description is indicative and not exhaustive. The Employee’s duties and responsibilities may evolve according to the Company’s needs, in line with his skills and qualifications.
Additional Information
We Offer:
- Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity
- Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
- Personal development opportunities through own Inova Academy
- Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines
- Excellent employment conditions
- Attractive working place (central, good transport links)
- Modern infrastructure
Physical Demands:
- Frequently required to talk or hear, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Working Conditions:
- Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Statement regarding individuals with disabilities:
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate the physical and mental limitations of an employee or an applicant. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health safety or environmental risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.
Statement regarding Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer, all applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation or status with regard to public assistance.
Note: This job description is not intended to fully and completely describe all duties of the position. Other duties not specifically described herein may be required from time-to-time or as required.
For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.