Operations Manager - Solid Waste
Location: Cumberland, BC
About the Role
GFL Environmental is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Solid Waste operations in the Cumberland region. This role will oversee multiple service lines and play a key role in operational performance, safety, customer service, and contract management.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage day-to-day operations for the Cumberland solid waste division
Oversee multiple service lines including commercial, small residential, strata/condo, apartment, and portable waste services.
Provide direct leadership to operations staff including drivers, supervisors, and support personnel.
Ensure all operations comply with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
Monitor operational performance including routing efficiency, service quality, and cost management.
Support contract management and operational readiness related to roll-off services and upcoming contract opportunities.
Collaborate with regional leadership and teams based in Victoria to align operational goals and strategy.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
5+ years of operations leadership experience, ideally within the waste, transportation, logistics, or environmental services industry.
Demonstrated experience managing field operations and frontline teams.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Experience managing multi-line service operations is considered an asset.
Knowledge of waste industry operations, roll-off services, or portable sanitation services is preferred.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected]
Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful 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.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of operations leadership experience
- Experience managing field operations and frontline teams
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Experience managing multi-line service operations
- Knowledge of waste industry operations, roll-off services, or portable sanitation services
- Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located
What We Do
GFL Environmental Inc. is a leading North American provider of diversified environmental waste management and infrastructure development solutions. It is the fourth largest diversified environmental services company in North America, providing comprehensive solid waste management, liquid waste management, and soil remediation services across Canada and the United States to over 4 million households and 135,000 industrial, commercial, and institutional customers.
