Landfill Operations Manager

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives both in the cab/on the hill and managing operations in the office We are looking for a Landfill Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day site operations drive a strong safety culture and manage our site resources efficiently.

This role is ideal for a field-tested leader who balances operational executionworking directly alongside operators on the hillwith administrative financial and regulatory management in the office.

Field & Operations Leadership (70-80% On-Site)

• Daily Site Management: Direct daily landfill operations to maximize compaction soil usage airspace efficiency and equipment utilization.
• Hands-On Leadership: Work directly on the hill alongside operators; operate heavy equipment (compactor bulldozer excavator haul truck loader) as necessary to maintain pace and train team members.
• Safety & Compliance: Conduct regular operator observations lead safety meetings enforce PPE standards and ensure full compliance with environmental permits local state and federal waste regulations.
• Asset Protection: Oversee equipment maintenance routines track site conditions and respond promptly to operational changes or weather-related issues.

Administrative & People Management (20-30% Office)

• Team Leadership: Recruit hire train and evaluate site personnel. Practice progressive discipline and foster an engaging productive workplace.
• Performance & Productivity: Establish productivity benchmarks track operational KPIs and conduct annual employee performance evaluations.
• Incidents & Documentation: Investigate any accidents or safety incidents promptly completing all required reporting and corrective action plans.
• Regulatory & Administrative Compliance: Review construction/permit drawings keep operating records up to date and communicate regularly with regional leadership.

• Experience: 3 years of operational experience in the waste management or landfill industry.
• Education: Bachelors Degree in Management Environmental Science Engineering or an equivalent combination of industry experience and education.
• Equipment Proficiency: Proven ability to operate heavy equipment safely (dump truck bulldozer compactor track hoe loader backhoe).
• Certifications: SWANA Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) certification (or ability to acquire upon hire).
• Leadership Skills: Strong communication conflict resolution and team-building capabilities.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of non-hazardous solid waste regulations site safety standards and environmental compliance.

• Work Environment: Expect 7080% of your time outdoors on the hill exposed to varying weather conditions dust noise and rugged terrain.
• Physical Demands: Ability to climb balance stoop kneel crouch sit stand walk and lift up to 20 lbs.

• Base Salary: $85000 $100000 per year (commensurate with experience)
• Bonus: 20% Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) annual target bonus based on site safety operational efficiency and performance metrics.
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive medical dental vision life insurance retirement savings options and paid time off.

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 sponsorshipfor 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.