Kering Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager

Périers • France

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Kering is a global luxury group that nurtures and develops a portfolio of renowned fashion, leather goods, and jewelry brands, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, and others. With a commitment to sustainable and responsible luxury, Kering empowers its brands to push creative boundaries. As of 2024, Kering employed 47,000 individuals and reported a revenue of €17.2 billion. France Croco, a Kering subsidiary, specializes in producing high-quality leathers and alternative materials for the luxury fashion industry. The company is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager for its production site in Périers, Normandy.

1. Oversee the operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant.
2. Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations.
3. Manage the supply and sanitation of industrial water on site.
4. Monitor and optimize the functionality of installations, analyzing the quality of incoming and outgoing products.
5. Control laboratory equipment and installations, identifying anomalies and implementing corrective actions.
6. Manage stocks of consumables and chemicals, ensuring their replenishment.
7. Supervise the analysis of water quality, interpreting and formalizing results.
8. Identify potential risks and impacts, alerting relevant internal and external parties.
9. Plan and supervise first-level maintenance and schedule interventions for installations and equipment.
10. Manage industrial waste and coordinate with external parties for its treatment.
11. Develop and implement procedural improvements and oversee their execution.
12. Propose and manage projects for continuous improvement of installations.

1. Degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or hydraulics, or a Bac+2 in water, chemistry, or environmental fields.
2. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a related field.

1. Strong project management skills.
2. Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
3. Proficiency in water treatment and laboratory techniques.
4. Knowledge of environmental standards and regulations.
5. Attention to detail and proactive approach.

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in wastewater treatment or a related field is required.

Degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydraulics, or a Bac+2 in water, chemistry, or environmental fields.

Daytime working hours, 8 RTT days annually, 60% employer contribution to meal vouchers, company savings and retirement plans with employer matching, and attractive health insurance.

Kering fosters a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture, valuing diversity in all its forms, including gender, age, nationality, culture, disability, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. The company encourages employees to express their talents individually and collectively, enhancing adaptability in a changing world. As an equal opportunity employer, Kering welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.