General Manager – Organics Processing Facility

Summit Search Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead operations at a cutting-edge facility specializing in organics processing. This role involves strategic leadership, operational oversight, and client management, ensuring the transformation of municipal organic waste into renewable energy and value-added products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in waste management and environmental services, with proven success in managing large-scale operations and municipal contracts. Join a forward-thinking company committed to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Full benefits package including medical and life insurance

Wellness support

RRSP matching up to 5%

Performance-based bonus potential

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of leadership in waste management or environmental services.
• Experience with composting, anaerobic digestion, or waste-to-energy systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term business and operational strategies.
• Oversee day-to-day processes and implement KPIs to optimize efficiency.
• Act as the key liaison with municipal partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Financial management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Job description

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A Calgary-based processing facility centre is seeking a dynamicGeneral Managerto lead operations at a state-of-the-art facility specializing in organics processing. This facility uses a mix of aerobic composting, anaerobic digestion, and resource recovery technologies to transform municipal organic waste into renewable energy and value-added by-products.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Operations

• Develop and execute long-term business and operational strategies.
• Lead a multi-disciplinary team across operations, maintenance, and safety.
• Drive a culture of safety, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Operational Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day processes: receiving, processing, odour control, and product distribution.
• Implement KPIs and SOPs to optimize efficiency, product quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain preventative maintenance programs and minimize equipment downtime.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the key liaison with municipal partners and other stakeholders.
• Ensure contract performance, service levels, and reporting requirements are consistently met.
• Build relationships with regulators, addressing audits, inspections, and reporting obligations.
• Manage facility budget, operational costs, and capital investment planning.
• Monitor financial performance and drive ROI on infrastructure and process improvements.
• Build and lead a high-performing team through mentorship and training.
• Ensure compliance with HR and health & safety policies.
• Champion a proactive and inclusive safety culture.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 7–10+ years of leadership in waste management, environmental services, or similar sectors.
• Experience managing operations involving composting, anaerobic digestion, or waste-to-energy systems.
• Proven success with municipal contracts and large-scale infrastructure oversight.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and compliance standards.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and capital projects.
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Performance Metrics:

• Operational efficiency and uptime
• Compliance and regulatory performance
• Client satisfaction and contract retention
• Safety performance
• Financial results and cost management
• Employee engagement and retention
• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus potential.
• Full benefits package including medical, life insurance, and wellness support.
• RRSP matching up to 5%.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please reach out to Mike Gosine at [e-mail].

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