Sr. Manager Hydraulic Engineering

Florida Crystals is a leading domestic sugar producer and North America’s first fully integrated cane sugar company, guiding our sugar from farm to table.  We are America’s first and only producer of certified organic sugar, grown and harvested in the United States. Our renewable energy facility is the largest of its kind in North America and provides clean energy that powers our sugar operations, which helps us reduce our use of fossil fuels.  Florida Crystals also sustainably farms rice, sweet corn and other vegetables in rotation with our sugarcane.  Our rice mill is the only rice mill in Florida. 

OVERVIEW

Experienced project, team and water control department leader able to approach agricultural and engineering initiatives from different angles, including technical, financial and business requirements. The position will involve overseeing the water control operations of FCC, including managing various budget streams, including routine, special projects, capitals and replacements.    

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily oversight of personnel and equipment pertaining to water control operations in a fast paced and dynamic environment  
• Coach, counsel and educate team members on company and Human Resources policies and procedures
• Support  Florida Crystals Corporation’s Work Rules Policy; partner with Human Resources to take corrective action as needed
• Comply with and enforce Florida Crystals Corporation’s Environmental Health and Safety Policy (EHS) (See Policy), must understand and adhere to all Florida Crystals Corporation’s  policies and procedures
• Attend safety meetings as required by FCC safety policies and goals
• Must be able to prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports, maintain records and compose correspondence as required 
• Must be able to prepare and orally present data and updates whenever necessary

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in an agronomy related role, with responsibilities associated to earthwork and agro-construction related projects 

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS and Certifications

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering or Science. MS Preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Yes 

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Thorough understanding of agricultural operations, with emphasis on drainage and irrigation.
• Able to identify and implement new technology in daily operations of drainage and irrigation
• Strong understanding of BMP practices, collaborating with Ag. Directors and Managers to ensure proper implementation

• Basic Knowledge of Precision Agriculture (Preferred)
• Must be able to function independently, demonstrate flexibility and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Exercise good judgment and solid thought process
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, other management staff and senior level management
• Ability to respond to inquiries and/or complaints from team members
• Ability to use computers, mobile devices. Microsoft Projects such as word, excel and projects. Experience using SAP preferred. 
• Solid communication skills – requires the ability to effectively communicate verbally and written. Ability to effectively present information to senior management and team members
• Must be able to coordinate multiple duties of an urgent nature
• Must be available to work during weekends and holidays when necessary
• Must obtain user and blaster of explosive license through FCC
• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish)

LOCATION OF ROLE

• FCC Ag Operations offices including the ACE

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.