The Regional Director of Operations will oversee the industrial cleaning business within regions branches. Safety and compliance will be a key priority and the RDO will be accountable to oversee all aspects of EH&S. They will ensure all employees are performing to the company policies and procedures and the appropriate laws that govern them. The RDO will act as a liaison between sites, providing direction to the Site Operations Managers to best manage the day-to-day operations of the sites and to ensure that the sites optimize operations in a way that yields the most effective and efficient operation. The RDO will oversee and provide leadership to the sites, develop strategies and processes to ensure efficiencies and to meet budgets to company standards. Direct all supervisors and employees as needed. RDO will be responsible to review the P&Ls, assist in budgeting and liaise with the RVP regarding critical matters. Key Responsibilities: • Responsible for overseeing and optimization of the operations and functionality of the assigned sites, while promoting safety, and security through ensuring that all awareness programs, meetings, inspections, and preventative measures required have been completed on time. • Assist each branch or business operation in preparing an annual business plan that includes: a. Safety goals and standards b. Cost of operations c. Capital Requirements: d. Productivity standards e. Desired profit margins f. Growth objectives g. Performance goals • Consolidate branch plans as needed for forecasting or performance review. • Allocate capital and resources within the region to accomplish both profit and growth objectives. • Organize and analyze complex information and data. • Develop strategic plans to further GFL Operational interests and ability to grow very busy and dynamic sites. • Capable of quickly establishing credibility, influencing constituencies, and persuading professionals at all levels. • Must be a self-motivated contributing team member. • Strong cost center management experience as part of their respective operational responsibilities and have a solid track record in providing positive results. • Proficient understanding of Regulations impacting the various sites and operations, complete reporting on time, experience dealing with the local officials if required to do so. • Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. • Manage designated financial, human, and physical resources of the Division in a collaborative manner. • Anticipate and manage conflict; mediate disputes; assist in reaching consensus. • Manage the financial, human, and physical resources of the assigned sites in alignment with GFL’s vision and values and in accordance with the annual Business Plan, with a strong focus on Profit & Loss activities. Provide overall direction and co-ordination of all employees under his/her jurisdiction, including hiring, training, managing performance, promotion and discipline, and recommendations for discharge in accordance with policy and practice. • High level of collaboration and interaction with outside sales force. • Demonstrated skills in managing and developing personnel. Strong leadership skills, leading people in a functional organization. • Responsible for guiding and supporting the Site Operations Managers in the preparation and oversight of tenders/quotations and reports for operating, security and maintenance works including design, setting specifications, preparing cost estimates, project management and commissioning. • Aligns individual performance goals and measures systematically and consistently uses them to drive performance. Strong results orientation and a tireless work ethic with the emotional intelligence to know when to push harder and when to look for alternative approaches. • Excellent analytical and strategic skills. Good business judgment and problem-solving skills with solid economic, industry and competitive landscape insight. • Must be able to work efficiently and independently as well as can direct other team members to complete the larger project. • Must be willing to commit the necessary time and effort to complete work assignments and do a quality job. • Demonstrates the ability to present ideas and information in a clear, concise, organized, and diplomatic manner; listen to others to respond effectively to ideas and questions. • Demonstrates ability to manage own time and schedule to get work accomplished and meet customer needs. • Manage unionized staff with respective CBA’s. • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies: • Diploma or Degree in business or equivalent work experience required. • Minimum 5 years in an Operations Management role. • Supervisor training. • Interpersonal Contacts: This position will have a wide range of contact with all levels of employees, from hourly staff to the Divisional Executive level. • First Aid training certificate. • Experience and strong knowledge in operation of industrial cleaning equipment. • Strong knowledge of Highway traffic act and Safety Act as well as the Occupational Health & Safety Act • Experience using MS Word, Excel, OMS. 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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.
