Landfill Operations & Compliance Manager

WM; Commerce (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Stock purchase plan

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

WM is seeking an experienced leader to manage the day-to-day operations of a Georgia landfill. You will supervise staff, ensure safety, environmental compliance, and efficient site performance.

Responsibilities include overseeing construction, permitting, leachate/gas management, budget input, and reporting. The role demands strong operational experience and a proven track record in managing landfill facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree.
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years relevant work experience.
• 7 years relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).

Responsibilities

• Ensures smooth operation of landfill: ongoing construction, permitting, leachate/gas management.
• Minimizes operational costs while maximizing productivity and maintaining safety and environmental compliance.
• Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.
• Accurately tracks waste volume and weight.
• Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships.
• Manages ongoing permitting issues and ensures adherence to WM’s standards and regulations.
• Meets all financial review dates and corporate directed programs in a timely fashion.
• Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating performance.
• Assists in the budget process as required.
• Ensures cleanliness and maintenance of the landfill facility through inspections and preventive maintenance.

Education

Bachelor's degree (accredited) or in lieu of degree

Job description

WM is seeking an experienced leader to manage the day-to-day operations of a Georgia landfill. You will supervise staff, ensure safety, environmental compliance, and efficient site performance.

Responsibilities include overseeing construction, permitting, leachate/gas management, budget input, and reporting. The role demands strong operational experience and a proven track record in managing landfill facilities.