Advisor, Operational Excellence

About the role

The Advisor, Operational Excellence will direct and lead the development and execution of operational excellence initiatives within the Industrial Cities Directorate. This senior position is responsible for shaping continuous‑improvement strategies that enhance productivity, quality, and safety across industrial projects.

Key responsibilities

• Define, implement, and monitor operational excellence programs aligned with the Directorate’s strategic objectives.
• Lead cross‑functional teams to execute Lean, Six Sigma, and other process‑improvement projects.
• Develop performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to track progress and outcomes.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to staff on best practices in operational excellence.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure initiatives support overall business goals.

Required profile

• Minimum 20 years of professional experience, with at least 10 years dedicated to operational excellence.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a scientific discipline; Master’s in Business Administration preferred.
• Proven track record of leading large‑scale improvement programs in an industrial setting.
• Strong analytical mindset and strategic thinking abilities.

Required skills

• Lean Six Sigma methodology expertise.
• Process improvement and optimization techniques.
• Project management and data analysis capabilities.
• Strategic planning and performance measurement.

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence high‑impact initiatives within a key public sector directorate.
• Collaborative environment with senior stakeholders.
• Professional development and leadership growth.