District Manager, Industrial Services

GFL Environmental Inc.; Prince George; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Company RRSP program

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid training and development

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a District Manager to lead our Industrial Services Team across field and office environments in Canada.

You will report to the Regional Manager and drive health, safety, and project execution on multiple sites with a focus on client satisfaction and efficiency. You will manage both union and non-union staff, develop scopes, budgets, and schedules, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment usage and costs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership or project management experience in Industrial Cleaning or related field.
• Hands-on experience with high-pressure water jetting tools preferred.
• Solid understanding of oil, gas, and pulp mill process facilities and cleaning methodologies.
• Existing strong customer relationships within the industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Industrial Services Team with a balance of office and field duties.
• Manage union and non-union direct reports with coaching and performance oversight.
• Oversee field operations to ensure customer satisfaction and safety.
• Plan resources, budget, and scheduling; monitor PM schedules for assets.
• Develop bids, project costing, and method statements for client reviews.
• Collaborate with HSE, admin, and shutdown planning teams on projects and turnarounds.
• Build client relationships through updates, troubleshooting, and upsell opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client relations

HSE

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Position Summary

As the District Manager, you will spearhead our Industrial Services Team. Reporting directly to the Regional Manager, you will play a crucial role in our organization's success. This dynamic position offers a balance of office and site-based responsibilities, with the specific mix tailored to current project demands.

Key Accountabilities

• Health & Safety: Ensure Health and Safety remains the top priority by adhering to all company policies and safe work practices.
• Team Leadership & Development: Manage union and non-union direct reports by monitoring daily activities, delegating duties effectively during work execution, and providing ongoing coaching.
• Field Oversight: Spend significant time in the field to guarantee customer satisfaction, maintain high professional standards, and ensure safe job execution in line with company practices and client expectations.
• Site Inspections & Resource Planning: Perform job site walks with internal teams to verify that adequate labor, equipment, and material resources are allocated.
• Asset Management: Ensure assets are maintained according to preventive maintenance (PM) schedules and maintain accurate inventory controls.
• Financial Management: Assist with annual budget preparation, re-forecasting updates, and regular P&L reviews. Develop and implement programs to optimize equipment utilization, labor efficiency, and material costs.
• Bidding & Estimating: Help develop job bids, project costing, and method statements for client review.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with HSE, administrative, and shutdown planning teams to effectively coordinate resources, major project scopes, and turnarounds.
• Client Relations & Growth: Build strong customer relationships through regular updates, troubleshooting, and follow-up meetings. Identify potential new clients and expansion opportunities with existing accounts.
• Documentation & Quality Control: Oversee pre-job mobilization and demobilization. Ensure all daily operational documentation is submitted clearly, concisely, and completely.
• Incident Response: Promptly report all work-related accidents or incidents and actively participate in incident investigations.

Experience, Qualifications & Education

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of leadership or project management experience in Industrial Cleaning or a related field. Hands-on experience with high-pressure water jetting tools is strongly preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of oil, gas, and pulp mill process facilities and applicable cleaning methodologies.
• Client Network: Existing strong customer relationships within the industry.
• Operational Skills: Proven ability to supervise execution plans, develop job scopes, cost projects, and build detailed schedules and method statements.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven track record of collaborating with, inspiring, and managing diverse teams.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Google Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs)
• Work Style: Highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational skills; comfortable adapting to fast-paced, high-pressure environments with minimal supervision.
• Safety Commitment: Demonstrated commitment to upholding Health & Safety protocols.

GFL Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with a company-matched RRSP program to support your financial future.
• Industry leading health, dental, vision and mental health benefits with premiums fully covered by GFL.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) for you and your family.
• Paid training, professional development, and advancement opportunities.
• A positive, collaborative work culture that invests in your success.

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