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Operations Manager, Waste

GFL Environmental


Job Location:

Saint John - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 22 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary



The Operations Manager oversees the business for the assigned division. This includes but is not limited to the customer service safety operational efficiencies and overall personnel management within the division. Additionally this position is responsible for managing the revenue and cost elements for the division requiring involvement with the sales and marketing initiatives as well as the day to day operations. The Operations Manager is relied upon for the effective planning delegating coordinating staffing organizing and decision making to attain profitable results for the division.

Provide daily updates to the District Manager;

Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations including scheduling workforce planning/coordination and liaising with customer and other contractors etc;

Conduct site visits prior to submission of quote/tender; in conjunction with the business development team to prepare and submit quote/tender package and estimates;

Ensure operations are conducted in accordance with EH policies/procedures within permit conditions and to customer specifications with a significant focus on health and safety participating on the JHSC;

Strong focus on safety maintenance and housekeeping in accordance with company and regulatory requirements;

Lead motivate and develop direct reports using Annual Performance Reviews

Manage Job Task Observations (JTOs) Hazard Identification and Field Level Hazard Assessments;

Resolve and record all employee-related issues to and including all such issues that require the adoption/imposition of disciplinary measures;

Ensure that employees receive levels of training that are adequate for the jobs they are to perform and that will ensure the preservation of a safe workplace;

Report and investigate all incidents safety infractions non-compliance issues and participate in the investigation and development of corrective actions for each;

Consult regularly with operational supervisors and the procurement group to monitor inventory levels to ensure readiness to respond to customer needs.

Continuous improvement processes and procedures

Customer and regulatory reporting

Asset and labour utilization

Facility and equipment maintenance and housekeeping

Capital project management

Requirements

Post-secondary education and/or equivalent work experience.

Minimum of 5 years in a leadership managerial or supervisory role;

Related operational experience preferred with knowledge industrial/chemical cleaning and/or the Pulp and Paper industry;

Previous related experience in the oil and gas industry would be considered an asset;

Valid Class 5 Drivers License;

Proficient in Microsoft Office Outlook Excel and Word;

Proven knowledge of business and management principles strategic planning leadership techniques human resources management;

Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety;

Proven analytical and problem solving skills;

Superior interpersonal presentation and communication skills;

Excellent time management skills;

Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team.



We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship
for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.


This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.



Required Experience:

Manager


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