Associate - Waste Management Digital Systems (SMP)

***Clarification on SMP Contract: It is Supplementary Manpower service contract job in which prospective applicants are interviewed and salary determined by NEOM interview panel; and being employed under the payroll of SMP Contract (SMP Vendor). Successfully mobilized candidates would be under the visa sponsorship of SMP Vendor Company/Contract.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Associate - Waste Management Digital Systems is integral to advancing smart waste management across NEOM and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role requires a suitable candidate to leverage cutting-edge digital tools to optimize Waste Management operations while reducing costs and environmental impact.

The ideal candidate collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic and innovative use of digital technologies, fully aligning with NEOM’s vision of a sustainable future.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

• Lead the design, integration, implementation, and optimization of digital systems in Waste Management operations, including IoT-enabled infrastructure, AI-driven analytics, and data-driven decision-making.
• Manage the digital optimization of existing Smart Waste Management Solutions (under the Resource & Waste Management umbrella) and guide the roll-out/integration of new solutions as assets become operational.
• Support the development of future scopes for Smart Waste Management Solutions in new NEOM, incorporating lessons learned from existing systems to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities for digital Waste Management innovation that enhances service quality and performance while reducing costs and environmental impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully adopt new tools and practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues, technology vendors, and external partners, providing support and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices in digital waste management.
• Implement strategies to enhance waste collection, segregation, and processing through digital systems.
• Assess and lead AI-driven analytics for real-time waste monitoring and performance tracking. IoT & Automation Integration
• Managing the adoption of IoT-enabled smart bins, fleet optimization tools, and automated sorting facilities.
• Integrate waste tracking solutions (e.g., blockchain, digital ledger technologies) for increased transparency). Data Analytics & Optimization
• Further develop digital waste data collection, analysis, and reporting frameworks and all related activities.
• Implement predictive analytics to improve route optimization, waste forecasting, and waste recycling efficiency.
• Define real-time monitoring dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as waste diversion rates and collection efficiency. Sustainability & Circular Economy Innovation
• Implement AI-powered waste classification models to boost material recovery rates.
• Recommend digital solutions to support zero-waste initiatives and circular economy strategies. Compliance & Regulatory
• Ensure digital solutions align with local and international environmental regulations.
• Lead digital compliance tools for tracking hazardous, industrial, and municipal waste.
• Support the development of real-time alert systems for illegal dumping and contamination detection. Stakeholder Engagement
• Provide technical support to internal and external waste management stakeholders.
• Collaborate with technology vendors to assess and integrate emerging smart waste management solutions.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions on digital waste management best practices. Policies, Systems, Processes, Procedures, Standards & Reports
• Follow all relevant functional policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions to ensure work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Assist in preparing timely and accurate reports and functional deliverables to meet requirements and achieve performance excellence.
• Drive continuous process improvements across all functions to align with organizational goals; identify opportunities to enhance efficiency through intelligent automation.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

ESSENTIAL

• Minimum 8 years of experience in IT project management, with a strong focus on IoT projects within operations
• Project & Technical Experience
• Familiarity with project management tools like Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project, or similar.
• Success in delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Methodologies
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies
• Communication & Collaboration
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and with cross-functional, multicultural teams
• Proven ability to convey complex topics clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
• Fluent in English
• Problem-Solving & Inclusivity
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An emotionally intelligent, collaborative team player who upholds NEOM’s commitment to equality and diversity

PREFERRED

• Cloud & Data Tools
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud or similar
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools
• Industry Experience
• Experience in waste operations management or a similar environmental industry
• Arabic or other additional language skills

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

PREFERRED

• Relevant industry certifications and professional memberships such as PMP, PMI-ACP, Six Sigma, or similar.
• Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development are encouraged to apply.