About Ambipar

Ambipar is a global leader in industrial services, environmental solutions, and emergency response. Our industrial cleaning division delivers safe, efficient, and technically advanced cleaning solutions across refineries, terminals, petrochemical facilities, and industrial sites. We are currently expanding our tank cleaning operations and seeking an experienced, hands-on Tank Project Supervisor to lead field execution.

Position Overview

We are looking for a leader with deep field experience in tank and vessel cleaning operations. This role is responsible for supervising crews, ensuring safe and efficient execution of projects, and maintaining strong relationships with clients on site. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, leadership presence, and a safety-first mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on supervision of industrial cleaning projects in active operating facilities

• Lead field crews performing:

  • Vessel cleaning
  • Chemical cleaning
  • Small to large diameter tank cleaning
  • High-pressure and ultra-high-pressure water blasting

• Coordinate daily job execution, manpower planning, and equipment deployment

• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, permits, and regulatory requirements

• Act as primary on-site point of contact for clients and project stakeholders

• Conduct job hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and safety leadership activities

• Monitor project progress, productivity, and quality standards

• Support project planning, mobilization, and demobilization activities

• Mentor and develop field personnel and emerging supervisors

• Maintain accurate daily reports, job documentation, and operational records

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of industrial tank cleaning leadership experience

• Proven supervisory experience managing crews in refinery, petrochemical, terminal, or heavy industrial environments

• Strong background in:

  • Vessel cleaning
  • Chemical cleaning operations
  • Small and large diameter storage tank cleaning
  • High-pressure and ultra-high-pressure water blasting (Nice to have)

• Solid understanding of confined space entry, lockout/tagout, and industrial safety procedures

• Ability to lead from the front in physically demanding field environments

• Strong communication and client-facing skills

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites

Preferred Certifications

• CSTS / CSO or equivalent

• H2S Alive

• First Aid / CPR

• Confined Space Entry & Rescue Awareness

• Fall Protection

• LSE (Leadership by Safety Excellence)

• High Pressure Water Jetting certification (Nice to have)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package

• Opportunity to lead complex, high-profile industrial cleaning projects

• Career growth within a global industrial services organization

• Strong safety culture and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

Submit your resume and relevant project experience to Ambipar’s recruitment team. Qualified candidates will be contacted for further discussion.