Landfill Operator

Brunel; Town of Slave Lake; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Health Spending Account

Vacation pay

Sick days

Statutory holiday pay

Professional development and training

Job summary

Brunel is seeking an experienced Landfill Operator in Slave Lake/Marten Hills, Alberta. The role emphasizes heavy equipment operation, field decision-making and mentoring less experienced staff, while ensuring safe, compliant landfill operations.

Key responsibilities include operating dozers/loaders/compactors, waste placement and site logistics, complying with approvals, and maintaining records. Local candidates welcome; relocation assistance not provided.

Qualifications

• Significant heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience with dozers, loaders and compactors.
• Background in industrial/oilfield/mining or waste management ops.
• Strong safety/regulatory compliance understanding.
• Ability to work independently and make field decisions.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate dozers, loaders, compactors and other heavy equipment.
• Manage waste placement, grading and working faces.
• Support daily landfill operations and site logistics.
• Interpret and work within facility operating approvals.
• Monitor incoming materials and waste acceptance.
• Maintain haul roads and site infrastructure.
• Inspect equipment and coordinate maintenance.
• Issue Safe Work Permits and ensure safe work execution.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Independent decision making

Safety and regulatory compliance

Driver's license

MSW landfill experience

Landfill operations experience

Tools

Dozers

Loaders

Compactors

Job description

Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off | 12-hour shifts

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Landfill Operator to join our team in Slave Lake/Marten Hills, Alberta. This role is designed for an operator who brings substantial heavy equipment experience and ideally has previous landfill or waste management experience. You'll play an important role in supporting day-to-day operations while helping establish best practices and contributing to the ongoing success of the facility. If you're a seasoned operator who enjoys taking ownership, making decisions in the field, and mentoring less experienced team members, this opportunity may be the next step in your career. As a Landfill Operator, you'll be responsible for ensuring landfill operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating dozers, loaders, compactors, and other heavy equipment
• Managing waste placement, grading, and landfill working faces
• Supporting daily landfill operations and site logistics
• Interpreting and working within facility operating approvals
• Monitoring incoming materials and waste acceptance requirements
• Maintaining haul roads and site infrastructure
• Performing equipment inspections and coordinating maintenance activities
• Issuing Safe Work Permits and ensuring safe execution of work
• Supporting compliance with environmental, safety, and operational standards
• Participating in audits, inspections, and safety meetings
• Maintaining accurate operational records and reporting
• Identifying opportunities for operational improvements
• Assisting with the development and continuous improvement of procedures
• Providing guidance and support to other operators when required

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Significant heavy equipment operating experience
• Strong operating proficiency on dozers, loaders, and compactors
• Experience in industrial, oilfield, construction, mining, environmental, or waste management operations
• Strong understanding of safety and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions
• Valid driver's license

Highly Preferred

• Previous landfill operations experience
• Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) landfill experience
• Waste management or environmental services experience
• Experience interpreting landfill operating procedures and approvals
• Experience mentoring or training operators

What You'll Bring

• Leadership through action
• Strong problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent judgment and accountability
• Ability to balance hands-on work with documentation and compliance requirements
• Commitment to doing things safely and correctly every time

Schedule

• 7 days on / 7 days off
• 12-hour shifts
• Day and night shifts may be required
• Competitive hourly wage: $32 to $42 per hour, depending on experience
• Health and dental benefits
• Health Spending Account
• Vacation pay
• Sick days
• Statutory holiday pay
• Professional development and training opportunities

Please note

Local candidates are strongly preferred. Relocation assistance and camp accommodations are not provided.