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GFL

North American waste collection, disposal, recycling

Operations Supervisor

Operations & LogisticsPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeDartmouth, NS, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of three years in a leadership, managerial, or supervisory role.
  • Related industrial services operational experience, with knowledge of waste management and environmental services, is preferred.
  • A Class 3 driver's license is an asset.
  • Experience in a union environment is an asset.
  • Knowledge of production management processes, manufacturing equipment, and preventative maintenance principles.
  • Ability to develop safe operating procedures.
  • Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, OMS, and Workday.
  • Ability to work evenings and/or weekends, if required.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure on-site operations comply with corporate policies and procedures, permit conditions, and customer specifications, with a strong focus on health and safety.
  • Maintain safety, maintenance, and housekeeping in accordance with company and regulatory requirements, including seasonal winterizing of fleet vehicles; report and identify incidents, hazards, safety infractions, and non-compliance issues; and participate in investigations and development of corrective actions.
  • Ensure Field Level Hazard Assessments and site inspections are completed.
  • Ensure internal and external training for Operators is up to date.
  • Ensure Job Task Observations (JTOs) for Operators are completed and up to date.
  • Participate in branch safety meetings and conduct training as required.
  • Supervise daily operations and provide feedback, coaching, and leadership to the operating team.
  • Resolve and record employee-related issues, including those requiring disciplinary measures.
  • Lead, motivate, and develop direct reports using Job Task Observations (JTOs), Vital 9s, and Hazard Assessments to reinforce or correct specific behaviors.
  • Monitor direct reports' compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations and legislation.
  • Participate in recruitment and support onboarding and training of new hires.
  • Plan, assign, direct, and monitor Operators' work based on client requirements.
  • Ensure operational documentation is accurate and completed promptly, including work orders, driver logs, pre-trip vehicle inspections, bills of lading, manifests, and maintenance repair logs.
  • Communicate atypical waste disposal projects with the Waste Water Treatment Team.
  • Coordinate maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment.
  • Maintain and implement standard operating procedures and safe work procedures.
  • Identify and recommend continuous improvements to processes and procedures.
  • Support the site's Environmental Management System and Occupational Health and Safety Program.
  • Ensure visitors to the site, including contractors and brokers, comply with site and corporate safety policies.
  • Ensure contractor compliance with site requirements using Field Level Hazard Assessments and Safe Work Permits.
  • Perform emergency operation activities as needed.
  • Be on call as needed to meet client requirements.

Desired Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education is considered an asset.

About the Company

GFL

North American waste collection, disposal, recycling

GFL Environmental provides North American waste services with a vertically integrated model that collects, hauls, transfers, recycles, and disposes of waste. It owns and operates transfer stations, material recovery facilities, landfills, and liquid-waste treatment plants to manage the full cycle and control costs; revenue comes from municipal contracts, commercial/industrial services, tipping fees, and the sale of recyclables. The company differentiates itself by growing through hundreds of acquisitions to build density and scale across Canada and the U.S., and it divested soil remediation in 2025 to focus on high-margin solid-waste operations. Its goal is to deliver reliable, cost-efficient waste services at scale while reducing debt and expanding its solid-waste footprint.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
2000

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