Fleet Manager

GFL Environmental Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full employer-paid health coverage

Company-matching RRSP/DPSP

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is hiring a Fleet Manager to support the regional area across Edson, Slave Lake, Whitecourt, Grande Prairie, Fort McMurray, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Chetwynd.

The role leads administrators, supervisors, and technicians, driving maintenance, planning, and budget adherence for a multi‑site fleet. You will oversee daily operations, ensure equipment meets fleet standards, and implement improvements to maximize asset availability while maintaining safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• Requires Red Seal Interprovincial Ticket in commercial transport vehicle mechanics or related mechanical diploma/degree.
• Minimum 3+ years supervising and leading maintenance teams.
• Strong budgeting, planning and safety compliance capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair and servicing of heavy-duty fleet assets.
• Plan shop activities and schedule to meet operational needs.
• Monitor maintenance programs, inspections and budget targets.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety programs across the team.
• Review third-party repairs and supervise multi-disciplinary staff.
• Develop and manage fleet department budget and staffing.
• Prepare weekly management reports on spend and performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in asset availability and cost control.

Skills

People management

Budgeting

Health & safety

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Red Seal Interprovincial Ticket (commercial transport vehicle mechanics)

Job description

GFL Environmental is hiring a Fleet Manager to support the regional area in Edson, Slave Lake, Whitecourt, Grande Prairie, Fort McMurray, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek and Chetwynd.

This individual will be responsible for managing and developing the personnel within their region, which includes administrators, supervisors, and technicians.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

Why GFL:

• Competitive Pay: Competitive compensation and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
• Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.

As Fleet Manager you'll be accountable for the daily management of employees who are actively engaged in the maintenance, repair and servicing of heavy-duty vehicles, support equipment, and mechanical infrastructure owned and operated by GFL Environmental.

Duties include shop planning and scheduling to ensure availability of vehicles to meet operational requirements. The Fleet Manager is responsible for asset maintenance and performance, this includes tasks such as overseeing the preventative maintenance program, annual inspections in accordance with provincial requirements, and cost control measures associated with the fleet maintenance program and budget targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the operational team to ensure equipment needs are met.
• Responsible for ensuring equipment meets the company fleet maintenance standards, following policies and local regulations.
• Identify and develop plans to improve department procedures to maximize asset availability.
• Ensure employees comply with health and safety programs.
• Analyze the fleet performance and make suggestions for improvements or purchases.
• Review of repairs performed by third parties or subcontractors on the company’s equipment.
• Monitor equipment utilization, ensuring adequate spare ratios, technician ratios and uptime is achieved.
• Work with Operations in the development of the budget for maintenance and replacement of equipment.
• Complete weekly reports for management including budgeting monthly spend and meeting due dates of reporting.
• Establish various fleet management best practices to improve cost control.
• Oversee personnel changes including hiring, training, and development of fleet department employees.
• Ensuring staff levels are met to achieve fleet maintenance requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements:

The competencies for this position would be acquired through a Red Seal Interprovincial Ticket in commercial transport vehicle mechanics or a diploma/degree in a related mechanical field plus courses in supervisory techniques, and six (6) years previous experience in progressively responsible positions relating to commercial vehicle maintenance, which include supervisory experience with a multi-disciplined team with a broad knowledge of all aspects of mechanical, hydraulic and electronic repairs, trouble shooting, maintenance procedures and vehicle inspections, and ability to administer policies and procedures.

• Technical/Functional Skills 4+ years of experience related to the heavy equipment industry, licensed journeyman ticket in heavy equipment or millwright is preferred but not required.
• Minimum 3+ years supervisory and people management with significant hands‑on experience in leading maintenance teams.
• Demonstrated ability to create a culture of accountability and cross departmental teamwork.
• Willingness to travel throughout the region.
• Excellent communication skills, management of priorities and good organizational skills.
• Ability to deal with all levels of management.
• Tactfully dispenses direct and actionable feedback; is open and direct with others.
• Ability to perform under pressure and in a fast‑paced and rewarding environment.
• Experience in the Waste and Recycling Industry is an asset but not a requirement.

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