Description

The supervisor promotes GFL’s safety culture by modeling safe behaviors and enforcing all safety policies and procedures. They develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures and Task Hazard Analyses, while identifying and mitigating workplace hazards. Daily operations are overseen to meet throughput and production targets, with performance monitoring, workflow adjustments, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaboration with the Technical Manager addresses challenging waste streams and supports new treatment processes.

• Lead and model GFL’s safety culture, enforcing all safety policies and procedures.
• Develop, revise, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Task Hazard Analyses (THAs).
• Identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards and ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and PPE.
• Oversee daily facility operations to meet throughput and production targets, adjusting workflows for improvement.
• Monitor operational performance, troubleshoot waste streams, and support new treatment processes with the Technical Manager.
• Review waste receipt tickets for accuracy and manage inbound/outbound waste inventory levels.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, municipal, and facility regulations and support audits and inspections.
• Supervise and coach operations staff, conduct training and performance evaluations.
• Manage equipment reliability, schedule maintenance, and troubleshoot mechanical systems.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, with post‑secondary education in operations management, engineering, or a mechanical trade preferred. Proven experience in a production or operations leadership role and a valid Class 5 driver’s licence with a clean abstract are mandatory. Strong mechanical aptitude, flexible availability for on‑call or emergency situations, and background in wastewater treatment, dewatering, rotating equipment, or hazardous waste processing are desirable. Knowledge of chemical handling, oil & gas experience, and proficiency with Google Workspace are considered assets.

The role demands a demonstrated commitment to health and safety, strong leadership and team‑building abilities, and the capacity to coach, motivate, and develop staff. Analytical and decision‑making skills are essential for improving operational efficiency, alongside excellent written and verbal communication. Effective planning, scheduling, organization, independent troubleshooting, and basic computer proficiency are also required.

• High school diploma required; post‑secondary education in operations management, engineering or a mechanical trade preferred.
• Proven experience in a production or operations leadership role.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with a clean abstract.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and solid understanding of process operations.
• Flexible availability to respond to on‑call and emergency situations.
• Background in wastewater treatment, dewatering, rotating equipment, or hazardous waste processing preferred.
• Knowledge of chemical handling or basic chemistry is an asset.
• Experience in oil & gas or industrial processing considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to health & safety and a safety‑focused attitude.
• Strong leadership, team‑building, coaching and motivational abilities.
• Analytical and decision‑making skills to improve operational efficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective planning, scheduling and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems independently.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications.

Benefits

At GFL, people are the greatest asset; the company invests in career development, personal goals, and a supportive work environment. Safety and sustainability are core values, uniting employees under “Team Green” to provide environmental solutions. Employees are offered opportunities for growth across field operations and professional services, enabling them to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance