HazMat Team Lead: Emergency Response & Training

GFL Environmental Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a HAZMAT Team Leader to guide a skilled team through dynamic projects and emergency responses. You will plan, execute, and close major responses, train technicians, and build strong client relationships while pursuing service expansion.

A proactive, coachable leader with a safety-first mindset will thrive here. The role involves responding to rail, road, and fixed facility emergencies, coordinating resources, and ensuring equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Ability to be flexible and fulfill on-call and travel requirements.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving abstract; Class 1 or 3 desirable.
• Experience in handling and/or transporting hazardous materials or emergency response is an asset.
• Knowledge of vacuum trucks and power wash equipment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Hazmat team during emergency responses and planned projects.
• Coordinate resources, personnel, equipment, and documentation for responses.
• Oversee safety, compliance, and reporting on site.
• Engage in site visits with clients to ensure project success.
• Lead major industrial shutdowns, planning, operations, and closeout documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

On-call readiness

Travel readiness

Hazmat experience

Tools

Vacuum trucks

Power wash equipment

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a HAZMAT Team Leader to guide a skilled team through dynamic projects and emergency responses. You will plan, execute, and close major responses, train technicians, and build strong client relationships while pursuing service expansion.

A proactive, coachable leader with a safety-first mindset will thrive here. The role involves responding to rail, road, and fixed facility emergencies, coordinating resources, and ensuring equipment readiness.