The Regional Manager Emergency Response is an Ontario based leadership position at GFL Environmental Services. A successful candidate will be responsible for leading and mentoring emergency response operations in a fast-paced environment. This professional role focuses on emergency preparedness, training, and seamless response execution. The role ensures rapid, compliant, and effective response to environmental incidents, spills, fires, natural disasters, and other critical events that may impact people, property, and/or the environment. The Regional Manager will work closely with business units and operations managers across Ontario to ensure the highest level of emergency response. Key Responsibilities Provide regional leadership and support to required business units and operations management Support day to day operations in making sound decisions focusing on safety, customer service, and professional execution Understand GFL assets and where growth opportunities exist to keep up with technology advancements Support business unit leaders with budget development, forecasting, and monthly P&L reviews Work regional leadership team in review and development of safe operating procedures to be utilized across Canada Work with business unit leaders, asset specialists and regional management on capital planning and deployment Work with regional management team on national contracts and service agreements Liasson with fire departments and emergency services to develop mutual aid relationships focused on hazardous materials Lead GFL’s emergency response program, including planning, readiness, execution, and post-incident review. Fulfill required positions during high-risk or large-scale events that may include Incident Commander, Technical Advisor, and/or command staff positions Direct and support regional response teams while coordinating internal and external resources during emergencies. Partner with Operations, Safety, Compliance, Environmental, and Communications teams to ensure an integrated and effective response. Liaise with regulatory agencies (e.g., Ministry of Environment, Transport Canada, Environment Canada) during incidents, investigations, and audits. Manage vendor relationships with third-party emergency responders, environmental consultants, and approved contractors. Track and report key performance metrics (e.g., response times, incident impacts, corrective actions) and lead after-action reviews/root cause analyses. Provide technical guidance on spill response, containment, remediation, and recovery in compliance with local, provincial, and federal laws. Support risk assessments, site audits, and emergency preparedness evaluations across GFL locations. Contribute to financial performance, including P&L oversight and CAPEX submissions for maintaining response equipment and resources. Continuously monitor staffing levels and capacity needs to ensure efficient and safe responses. Represent Emergency Response in regulatory, insurance, and industry forums including delivery of formal presentations as required. Collaborate with all GFL divisions to support ER and risk-based work within the assigned region while making sound decisions. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Emergency Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field. Greater than 10 years of experience in emergency response and incident management, preferably within waste management, transportation, or industrial services. Strong knowledge of Canadian Regulations related to TDG, E2, and provincial spill reporting Proven experience leading emergency response teams in high-stakes, fast-paced environments. Multi-branch or multi-region management experience. Ability to multi task supporting numerous emergency responses simultaneously Organized and administratively sound Demonstrated ability to manage financial performance, including P&L oversight. Certifications (Preferred) Incident Command System (ICS) certification (100–400 level). HAZWOPER or equivalent hazardous materials training. First Responder or Environmental Emergency Responder certification. Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) knowledge or certification. Hazardous Materials NFPA 472/1072 or equivalent. E-Rail Safe Certificate. Transportation Specialist, Rail Car Specialist, and Road Tanker Specialist designations. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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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.
