Route Supervisor

GFL Environmental Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Health, vision & dental insurance

RRSP matching

Life insurance

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Fuel allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Winnipeg is seeking a Commercial Industrial Route Supervisor to oversee day-to-day transportation, manage driver performance, and balance customer service with efficiency.

You will enforce safety standards, optimize routes, and coordinate with dispatch and maintenance to keep vehicles in peak condition. A competitive wage, full benefits, and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day transportation and hauling operations; manage driver performance.
• Enforce safety standards, conduct pre- and post-trip inspections, and lead safety training.
• Coordinate with dispatch to optimize route schedules and service lines.
• Perform ride-alongs to assess driver safety and fuel economy.
• Coordinate with fleet maintenance to ensure vehicles and safety equipment are in peak condition.
• Act as the point of contact for service escalation and client issue resolution.

Skills

Strong communication

Conflict resolution

Organizational abilities

Tools

Front-End Loaders (FEL)

Roll-Off trucks

Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

About The Role

GFL Environmental is seeking a dedicated Commercial Industrial Route Supervisor to join our team in Winnipeg. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day transportation and hauling operations, manage driver performance, and maintain a cost-effective balance between exceptional customer service and operational efficiency. You will play a pivotal role in enforcing safety standards, optimizing route schedules, and ensuring full compliance with provincial and federal transport regulations.

Why Join TEAM GREEN?

• Competitive Compensation: Top-tier wage with an annual performance bonus program.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, and dental coverage starting on day one.
• Financial Growth: Company-matched RRSP contributions and life insurance options.
• Perks: Vehicle or vehicle allowance provided, including company-
• funded work fuel.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for ongoing training, professional growth, and internal mobility within a fast-growing industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Supervision: Manage, schedule, and direct daily activities for commercial drivers. Oversee driver vacation requests, performance reviews, and progressive discipline.
• Safety & Compliance: Conduct regular pre- and post-trip inspections, lead driver safety training, and execute thorough accident investigations when incidents occur.
• Route & Operational Efficiency: Partner closely with dispatch to relay schedule changes, streamline service lines, and optimize route efficiency.
• On-the-Road Coaching: Perform routine ride-alongs ("sit-ins") to evaluate driver safety, reduce wear-and-tear, curb aggressive driving, and improve fuel economy.
• Fleet Maintenance Coordination: Liaise with the fleet maintenance team to ensure all vehicles, safety equipment, lighting, and fittings are operating at peak condition.
• Customer Relations & Issue Resolution: Serve as a point of contact for service escalation; address and resolve client issues promptly while maintaining cost effectiveness.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2–3 years of supervisory experience in waste management, transportation, or logistics. Hands-on experience with Front-End Loaders (FEL) and Roll-Off trucks is strongly preferred.
• Licensing: Valid Commercial Driver's License (Class 1 or Class 3) with an Air Brake (A) Endorsement preferred.
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work early morning operational shifts (e.g., 3:00 AM start time) and adapt to changing daily requirements.
• Core Skills: Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational abilities. Working knowledge of transport compliance, safety protocols, and route management software.
• Safety Mindset: Proven track record of championing workplace health and safety.

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