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Operations Specialist

Gfl Environmental Inc.

The Role

Overview

Admin support for operations, handling client scheduling, waste documentation, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

  • waste reporting
  • document management
  • crm management
  • work orders
  • inventory tracking
  • regulatory compliance

Tasks

-Prepare waste diversion and other reports for customers and management upon request. -Responsible for general customer/facility inquiries and direct to other appropriate parties. -Assist Operations with on-boarding activities including DOT records/checks, Backgrounds (where required) and Workday. -Document and maintain waste receipt/shipment records while ensuring the completeness, accuracy of all entries created – i.e. Waste Manifests, Bills of Lading, and work orders. -Ensure all internal and regulated documents are completed correctly and organized - including lab analytics, work orders, BOLs, manifests, driver logs, hazard assessments, etc. and completed daily. -Receive, investigate, and effectively resolve customer complaints based on established policies and procedures with customer satisfaction focus and appropriate escalation. -General office administration including electronic and paper-based storage/filing. -Assist with procurement and purchasing as required. -Work with operations to schedule in client appointments into the facility and coordinate changes/exceptions and other required notifications. -Greet client personnel at the reception window upon their arrival and professionally expedite them through the queue while dealing with conflicts and issues that may arise. -Assist the Maintenance Department, as needed, with tracking/maintaining inventory and upkeep of the M5 system. -Prepare work orders based on confirmed service requests and complete billings following job execution and material acceptance with strong attention to detail and accuracy. -Create and maintain customer accounts, waste classification and pricing profiles within our proprietary CRM system. -Working cohesively with facility operations staff to meet client expectations and enhance our service offerings/value proposition. -Follow applicable regulations with regards to the transportation, receiving and management of waste. -Advise clients and potential customers of regulation Requirements: pertaining to collection and transportation of waste material for disposal.

Requirements

  • ms office
  • excel
  • degree
  • customer service
  • problem solving
  • negotiation

What You Bring

-Capable of empathetic listening and conflict resolution in a fast paced and high-volume environment. -Strong listening, negotiation, presentation, and client facing ability. -Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and foster relationship growth in a professional setting. -Ability to work without supervision. -University degree or College Diploma, preference given to those in chemistry, environmental science and transportation related disciplines. -Excellent communication skills in oral and written English. -Proficiency in Microsoft office suite including Word, Power Point and Outlook with emphasis on Excel. -Ability to independently resolve problems within one’s scope of authority and understanding of when to escalate to superiors. -At least 2 years customer service and/or office administration experience. -Overtime during certain peak seasons is required.

The Company

About Gfl Environmental Inc.

-Quickly transformed into a North American environmental powerhouse. -Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario. -Manages solid waste hauling, landfills, transfer stations, material recovery, liquid waste collection, vacuum truck service, soil remediation, and bulky-item pickups. -Crafts integrated solutions, often replacing multiple vendors, with a signature bright green fleet. -Notable projects include large municipal waste-collection contracts in Toronto, Halifax, and Windsor, plus excavation work at Toronto’s Pan Am Aquatics Centre. -Expanded via strategic US acquisitions, such as Rizzo Environmental and Waste Industries, boosting its footprint and service scope. -Operates material-recovery facilities and regularly files SEC and TSX reports. -The Full Circle Project allows communities to vote on local charitable giving, blending service delivery with civic engagement.

Sector Specialisms

Municipal

Homeowners Associations (HOAs)

Industrial

Commercial

Residential

Government

Solid Waste Management

Liquid Waste Management

Soil Remediation

Hazmat Emergency Response

Security Clearance

-background checks may be required during onboarding.