Operations Supervisor

GFL Environmental Inc.; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Dartmouth, NS, is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with corporate policies.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will manage a team of operators and coordinate with maintenance and field staff. The ideal candidate has at least three years in a supervisory role within industrial services, strong safety focus, and proven ability to train and mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in industrial services and waste management preferred.
• Class 3 driver's license is an asset.
• Ability to develop safe operating procedures.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations and coach the operating team.
• Enforce health and safety policies and incident reporting.
• Coordinate maintenance and on-site equipment.
• Plan workloads based on client requirements.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and training of new hires.
• Maintain SOPs and EMS/OH&S programs.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Operational planning

Team coaching

Compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

OMS

Workday

Word

Outlook

Job description

Our Industrial Services team out of Dartmouth is hiring an Operations Supervisor. The Operations Supervisor will be reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor is responsible for creating a zero harm environment, and maintaining efficient day-to-day operations.

Job Duties

Health and Safety:

• Ensure on-site operations are conducted in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, within permit conditions and to customer specifications with a significant focus on health and safety
• Strong focus on safety, maintenance and housekeeping in accordance with company and regulatory requirements including seasonal winterizing of fleet vehicles Report and identify all incidents, hazards, safety infractions, non-compliance issues and participate in the investigation and development of corrective actions
• Ensure Field Level Hazard Assessments and site inspections are completed
• Ensure internal and external training is up to date for Operators
• Ensure Job Task Observations (JTO’s) are completed and up to date for Operators
• Actively participate in branch safety meetings
• Conduct training as required

Employee Relations:

• Supervise daily operations, providing feedback, coaching and leadership to the operating team
• Resolve and record all employee-related issues including such issues that require disciplinary measures
• Lead, motivate and develop direct reports utilizing Job Task Observations (JTO’s), Vital 9s and Hazard Assessments to reinforce or correct specific behaviors
• Monitor compliance for direct reports to internal policies and applicable regulations and legislations
• Participate in the recruitment process and support the onboarding and training of new hires

Operations:

• Plan, assign, direct and monitor work for Operators based on client requirements
• Ensure operational documentation is accurate and completed in a timely manner including but not limited to work orders, driver logs, pre-trip vehicle inspections, BOL’s, manifests, maintenance repair logs, etc.
• Communicate atypical waste disposal projects with the Waste Water Treatment Team
• Coordinate the maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment
• Maintain and implement standard operating procedures (SOP’s/SWP’s)
• Identify and recommend continuous improvements to processes and procedures
• Support the site’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and our Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Program
• Ensure all visitors to the site (Contractors, brokers, etc.) are complying with site and corporate safety policies
• Ensure the compliance of all contractors’ site compliance utilizing Field Level Hazard Assessments and Safe Work Permits
• Perform emergency operation activities as needed
• On call as needed to meet client requirements

Requirements

• Post-secondary education would be considered an asset
• Minimum of three (3) years in a leadership, managerial or supervisory role.
• Related industrial services operational experience preferred with knowledge of waste management and environmental services
• Class 3 drivers license is an asset
• Experience in a union environment is an asset
• Knowledge of production management processes, manufacturing equipment and preventative maintenance principles
• Ability to develop safe operating procedures
• Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, OMS and Workday
• Proven organization, time management and problem solving skills
• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends, if required
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills

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