Facility Supervisor

KBL Environmental • Richmond, Metro Vancouver Regional District • 2d ago

Join One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies of 2025! At KBL, we do things differently. As Western Canada’s largest environmental waste management company—born in the North and built on resilience—we’ve grown by trusting our people and backing bold ideas. We're proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies in 2025, and we're just getting started. We’re looking for a hands-on Facility Supervisor to support our Richmond Soil Treatment Facility. This position leads from the ground, overseeing daily operations, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring that waste is processed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations. This position is well suited to someone looking for more than just a desk role. Position Title: Facility Supervisor Department: Soil Treatment Facilities Location: Richmond Soil Treatment Facility Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary The Facility Supervisor is a hands-on leader responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operations of the Richmond Soil Treatment Facility. This role combines crew leadership with active field work, including operating heavy equipment such as loaders and excavators to ensure waste is processed and disposed of safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards. This position spends most of its time working alongside the team, ensuring proper maintenance of facility infrastructure and equipment, managing and organizing staff schedules, equipment servicing, and overall workflow. The Facility Supervisor plays a critical leadership role in training, developing, and mentoring all facility personnel, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Duties and Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

Safety Attend, chair, and participate in safety meetings and daily tailgate meetings Abide by Occupational Health and Safety standards Ensure all employees within the Facility are equipped with proper PPE and are abiding by Occupational Health and Safety standards, as well as standard operating procedures Actively fill out daily Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA’s) as required Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of the equipment Review all safety paperwork submitted by employees Promote a strong safety culture through visible leadership and accountability Supervision Work with the Facility Manager to direct and delegate workload to ensure all waste is received and processed in a timely manner Lead from the field – operating equipment and working alongside employees Train, mentor, and develop facility employees Perform effective workforce planning to ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained Be available for staff to resolve daily issues and discuss their workload, how they are doing, and opportunities for improvement Operations Supervise and actively participate in all facility activities, including heavy equipment operation Organize and delegate daily task assignments for facility employees Ensure that all equipment is operated as per the instruction manual and/or Equipment Procedure Manual Supervise all outbound shipments for disposal, transportation, and loading Inspect facility for cleanliness, inventory and safety issues, and rectify in a timely and cost-effective manner Regulatory Compliance Ensure all waste is handled, stores, and shipped according to regulations and company policies Confirm customer waste streams are sent to the appropriate and approved facilities Monitor compliance of waste volumes, segregation, labeling and storage limits Financial Performance Adhere to company policies governing operating expenses and purchasing Qualifications: Minimum of 3-5 years work experience in waste management, or comparable industry experience, or demonstrated competency Proven ability to operate yellow iron equipment (excavators, loaders, etc.) safely and efficiently Advanced comprehension and ability to implement Workplace Health and Safety requirements relevant to the assigned work site. Ability to consistently act as a leader and a role model with respect to the Health & Safety Program, on and off the work Excellent understanding of standard operating procedures for on site and ability to oversee and ensure proper operating procedures are followed Good understanding of the regulatory requirements for the facility along with ability to ensure compliance of such requirements including permit conditions, waste characterization, waste classification, container requirements, segregation requirements, storage limits, lab packing, bulking/blending, commingling, labeling, inventorying, shipping and receiving and TDG Ability to oversee and ensure waste manifests, bills of lading, load sheets, labels and recycle dockets are properly completed and submitted as required Ability to supervise staff, delegate tasks, monitor staff performance and recommend strategies to address performance concerns/issues when required Strong work ethic and willingness to persevere through difficult conditions Fit-for-Work each day Good computer skills with ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Windows Ability to communicate effectively and express thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner in both individual and group situations Ability to maintain relationships with all levels of the organization Strong time management skills and ability to be work effectively under pressure, meeting deadlines and managing changing priorities Ability to work well in a team environment or independently as required Open and honest with team members and clients as it relates to all aspects of work Working Conditions & Physical Demands This role may require a combination of office-based, remote, and on-site work depending on business needs. Employees should be prepared for: Extended periods of sitting, standing, or computer use Exposure to outdoor or industrial environments, including varying weather and terrain Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by safety protocols We’re committed to providing a safe, supportive work environment. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals of all abilities in performing the essential functions of their role.

Work Environment The position will be based at the KBL Soil Treatment Facility in Richmond, BC What KBL offer’s the right candidate: Career opportunities – we are a growing company! Professional development – learn from the best in the industry! Competitive benefits package including all the basics plus Health Care Spending Account, Wellness Account and matching RRSP Managers who are held accountable for employee engagement Flexible working environment and hours Comfortable and modern workspace and amenities Competitive pay that matches your experience and qualifications