The Operations Manager oversees the business for the assigned division. This includes, but is not limited to, the customer service, safety, operational efficiencies and overall personnel management within the division. Additionally, this position is responsible for managing the revenue and cost elements for the division, requiring involvement with the sales and marketing initiatives, as well as the day to day operations. The Operations Manager is relied upon for the effective planning, delegating, coordinating, staffing, organizing and decision making to attain profitable results for the division. Provide daily updates to the District Manager; • Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations including scheduling, workforce planning/coordination and liaising with customer and other contractors, etc; • Conduct site visits prior to submission of quote/tender; in conjunction with the business development team to prepare and submit quote/tender package and estimates; Ensure operations are conducted in accordance with EH policies/procedures, within permit conditions and to customer specifications with a significant focus on health and safety, participating on the JHSC; • Strong focus on safety, maintenance and housekeeping in accordance with company and regulatory requirements; • Lead, motivate and develop direct reports using Annual Performance Reviews • Manage Job Task Observations (JTO’s), Hazard Identification and Field Level Hazard Assessments; • Resolve and record all employee-related issues to and including all such issues that require the adoption/imposition of disciplinary measures; • Ensure that employees receive levels of training that are adequate for the jobs they are to perform and that will ensure the preservation of a safe workplace; • Report and investigate all incidents, safety infractions, non-compliance issues and participate in the investigation and development of corrective actions for each; • Consult regularly with operational supervisors and the procurement group to monitor inventory levels to ensure readiness to respond to customer needs. • Continuous improvement processes and procedures • Customer and regulatory reporting • Asset and labour utilization • Facility and equipment maintenance and housekeeping • Capital project management Requirements • Post-secondary education and/or equivalent work experience. • Minimum of 5+ years in a leadership, managerial or supervisory role; • Related operational experience preferred with knowledge industrial/chemical cleaning and/or the Pulp and Paper industry; • Previous related experience in the oil and gas industry would be considered an asset; • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Word; • Proven knowledge of business and management principles, strategic planning, leadership techniques, human resources management; • Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety; • Proven analytical and problem solving skills; • Superior interpersonal, presentation and communication skills; • Excellent time management skills; • Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team. 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.
