Landfill Systems Technologist

City of Barrie; Barrie; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Landfill Systems Technologist to enhance its Waste Management and Environmental Sustainability Department. This role is pivotal in managing landfill projects and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to minimize ecological footprints while providing essential municipal services. Join a workplace that values personal awareness, teamwork, and innovation, and contribute to a sustainable community. If you are passionate about environmental sustainability and have the required qualifications, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Life and accident insurance

Paid vacation and sick days

Short/long term disability plans

Pension plan (OMERS)

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Discounted City Fitness Memberships

Transit Pass discounts

Access to Perkopolis Perks program

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in regulated operations work environment.
• Experience in developing and coordinating landfill systems.

Responsibilities

• Support development and monitoring of landfill projects.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and standards.

Skills

Landfill Systems Management

Project Management

Environmental Compliance

Data Analysis

Education

Three-year College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology

Certified Engineering Technologist (CET)

Job description

Posting Number: PC-25-24

Job Type: Permanent Full-time, Union

Salary Range: $78,915.20 to $94,577.60 per year

Location: Barrie, ON - Onsite(see below for more details)

Application Deadline: Monday, May 19, 2025 at 11:59 pm

The Opportunity

The Waste Management and Environmental Sustainability Department is comprised of three Branches: Solid Waste Operations, Solid Waste Management Policy and Planning, and Environmental Risk Management and Compliance. Overall, this Department is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City's Landfill site, which includes non-hazardous solid waste disposal, household hazardous waste receiving and disposal, leaf and yard waste disposal and composting, and solid waste collection and disposal. The Environmental Risk Management and Compliance Branch aims to minimize environmental risk associated with growth and corporate infrastructure, including Source Water Protection, Climate change strategy, Sustainable Development Strategy, Contaminated site response, sewer use by-law, spill response, ground water and surface water monitoring and investigations, and site plan reviews. This Department also develops and maintains strategies that promote circular economy and environmental sustainability, including waste diversion programs, sustainable waste management strategy, public outreach, and education.

Under the general guidance and direction of the Supervisor of Waste Disposal, the Landfill Systems Technologist is responsible for supporting the development, coordination, monitoring, analysis, evaluation, and modification of landfill projects, programs, plans, services, and operations. Additionally, this position provides project management and contract administration for same. Monitors and tracks operating performance to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, standards, policies, procedures, and by-laws. Overall, this position plays an integral role in effectively supporting operations and compliance of the landfill to enable the City of Barrie to minimize its ecological footprint, promote environmental sustainability, and provide members of the community with cost-effective municipal services.

Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job

Corporate Culture: Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community.

Equally important to what we do is how we do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation, and Service Excellence, which define how we work together to succeed.

Education (degree/diploma/certifications)

• Three (3) year College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering Technology, or related discipline
• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) Designation from the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience performing duties related to the above mentioned major responsibilities in a regulated operations work environment, including:
• one (1) year of experience assisting with or developing, coordinating, and administering landfill systems and operational plans and programs

Conditions of Employment

• Full membership in the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence in good standing
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Location: Environmental Center, 272 Ferndale Drive North, Barrie, Ontario

Hours: The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

What We Offer: This position includes a comprehensive union benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation and sick days, short/long term disability plans, OMERS Primary pension plan, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), discounted rates for City Fitness Memberships and Transit Passes, and access to the Perkopolis Perks program, which provides exclusive access to discounts on a wide range of products and services available to all City employees.

For full position details and to apply, please visit: https://barrie.hiringplatform.ca/processes/ca657953-ccbd-4ab0-8e2c-432da4752318?locale=en