General Manager

Aplin; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Comprehensive benefits

Generous vacation package

Job summary

A growing industrial services organization is seeking a General Manager to oversee operations across Western Canada and the U.S. Pacific Northwest. This senior leadership role involves leading site managers, ensuring operational efficiency, and fostering a safety culture. Ideal candidates possess strong leadership skills, experience managing multi-site operations, and a proven track record in P&L accountability. The position offers a competitive salary of $150,000 – $175,000 CAD/Yr, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading leaders, such as site managers or operational managers.
• Demonstrated success managing multi-site operations.
• Proven accountability for P&L performance and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional operations across multiple sites.
• Provide leadership to site leaders and operational managers.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Business acumen

Operational management

Job description

Are you a proven operational leader who thrives on building strong teams, driving performance, and leading complex multi-site operations?

We are partnering with a well-established, rapidly growing industrial services organization seeking a General Manager to oversee a regional portfolio of operational sites across Western Canada and the U.S. Pacific Northwest. This is a senior leadership role within the organization, representing the top tier of operational leadership and responsible for delivering safety, operational excellence, and financial performance across a diverse and growing region.

This role is ideal for a leader who knows how to run operations through people, develop strong site leadership teams, and drive results across multiple locations. You will be responsible for leading experienced site leaders and operational managers while ensuring performance, culture, and safety standards remain exceptional.

The organization is experiencing significant growth, making this an exciting opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role with strong long-term potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional operations across multiple sites, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-performing service delivery.
• Provide leadership and support to site leaders, superintendents, and operational managers.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with operational and regulatory standards.
• Oversee regional operational performance, including financial accountability, budgeting, and profitability.
• Drive operational improvements and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Build strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Support the development and mentorship of site leadership teams while building a culture of accountability and collaboration.
• Conduct regular site visits to maintain operational alignment and support local leadership teams.
• Contribute to strategic planning and regional growth initiatives as the organization continues to expand.

Qualifications

• Experience leading leaders (site managers, superintendents, or operational managers).
• Demonstrated success managing multi-site or regional operations.
• Proven accountability for P&L performance, budgeting, and operational results.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence and develop teams.
• Experience overseeing large operational teams through indirect leadership structures.
• Background in industrial, logistics, manufacturing, aviation, transportation, or heavy operational environments.
• Ability to travel approximately 20–30% to support regional operations.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to drive operational improvements and growth.
• Experience in rail or industrial rail operations is considered an asset but is not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $150,000 – $175,000 CAD/Yr
• Company vehicle
• Comprehensive benefits
• Generous vacation package
• Long-term growth opportunity within a highly respected organization

This role is best suited for a hands‑on operational leader who leads from the front, someone who can clearly demonstrate the impact they’ve made in previous leadership roles and who thrives in complex, multi‑site environments.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.