Operations Manager - Corrosion Division

@ Cogent Talent Solutions
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Operations Manager - Corrosion Division

Posted 1 month ago

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About the job

Our client leads in corrosion compliance and cathodic protection services. The role focuses on strategic leadership, operational excellence, and growth in a technical, customer-oriented environment.

Requirements

  • Experience in corrosion control
  • Leadership of field operations
  • Knowledge of CP systems
  • Strong communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Qualifications

  • AMPP/NACE CP certification
  • 5+ years in corrosion testing
  • 3+ years management experience
  • Knowledge of UST systems
  • Valid driver’s license

Full job description

Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Corrosion Manager to lead and expand our Corrosion/Cathodic Protection (CP) division. This senior leadership position is responsible for overseeing all operational, technical, financial, and personnel functions associated with corrosion compliance services across multiple states.

The Corrosion Manager will provide strategic leadership while ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and profitable division growth. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in cathodic protection systems along with proven experience managing field operations, teams, and service-based business performance.

This role requires a hands-on leader who can effectively balance field credibility, operational discipline, financial accountability, and customer relationship management to build and maintain a high-performing regional corrosion services division.


Qualifications

  • Experience in corrosion control, cathodic protection, or related industries
  • Leadership experience managing field operations and personnel
  • Strong knowledge of corrosion testing and CP systems
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Required:

  • AMPP/NACE Cathodic Protection certification (CP2 or higher preferred) OR equivalent advanced STI certification
    5+ years of experience in cathodic protection compliance testing and corrosion services
  • 3+ years of leadership or personnel management experience
    Strong working knowledge of UST systems, corrosion compliance, and multi-state regulatory environments
    Experience managing operational budgets, labor utilization, or division-level financial performance
    Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
    Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
    Ability to pass background checks and drug screening requirements
Benefits: Company Vehicle, 401K, Life Insurance, AFLAC, certifications, PARTIAL relocation assistance



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