Regional Landfill Gas Program Manager

GFL Environmental; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

Medical, dental, vision plans

HSA with employer match

Parental leave

401(k) with employer match up to 4%

Unum supplemental health plans

Life insurance (employer paid)

Short-term disability (employee paid)

Long-term disability (employer paid)

EAP mental health support

7 paid holidays

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Landfill Gas Engineering Manager to lead design, operation, and maintenance of gas collections and energy systems in the South Region. You will oversee data management, regulatory interfaces, and safety programs.

The role requires experience with landfill gas infrastructure, strong collaboration with regulators and consultants, and a focus on cost-effective, compliant solutions. This on-site Illinois position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in landfill gas management or equivalent.
• Experience designing and operating landfill gas control systems.
• Knowledge of earthwork and HDPE pipe welding for landfill gas infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide internal technical expertise related to landfill gas infrastructure development, operation and maintenance.
• Coordinate and oversee the landfill gas management program for the South Region and regional data base.
• Plan and manage construction projects for landfill gas infrastructure.
• Maintain compliance with internal standards for landfill gas construction.
• Support capital planning and fiscal responsibility for gas infrastructure operations.
• Assist with permit applications and designs, including regulatory interfaces and site expansions.
• Provide engineering reviews focused on safety, design, quality, and cost savings.
• Prepare monthly status reports and analyze data for feedback.
• Oversee and develop post-collection management team on landfill gas topics.
• Engage with regulatory agencies and participate in related meetings.
• Contribute to safety, HSE, and standards adherence across operations.

Skills

Gas infrastructure expertise

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Project management

MS Office proficiency

Education

College degree in landfill gas management

Tools

MS Office

Regulatory databases

Job description

Pay: $100-120k annually, plus bonus eligibility

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Health Savings Account with employer match option
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with an employer match up to 4%
• Supplemental health plans through Unum
• Employer paid basic life insurance
• Employee paid short-term disability option
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program
• 7 paid holidays annually

Key Responsibilities

• Provide internal technical expertise related to the development, operation and maintenance of landfill gas infrastructure including but not limited to gas collections systems, landfill gas monitoring, gas control systems and gas to energy systems.
• Coordinate and oversee the GFL landfill gas management program for the South Region. Including the region landfill gas data base.
• Plans and manages construction projects for landfill gas infrastructure.
• Maintain, update, and ensure compliance as necessary of internal best practice standards as related landfill gas infrastructure construction.
• Support development of landfill capital planning and ensures financial responsibility for landfill gas infrastructure as well as gas system operation and maintenance.
• Provides support for the completion of permit applications and designs, including regulatory interface, site expansion, modification, or changes to the operating plan application, as they relate to landfill gas management.
• Technical engineering review with focus on improvements to safety, design, constructability, quality, regulatory compliance, and monetary savings
• Coordinates completion of monthly and other status reports. Analyses data and provide feedback as necessary.
• Supervises, coaches, and develops post collection management team relative to landfill gas subject matter.
• Technical support and participation in discussion with applicable regulatory agencies
• May require attendance of regulatory and association sponsored informational and policy meetings.
• Can be involved in ongoing public relations and due diligence activities through communication with corporate office, regulatory agency representatives, third party consultants and investors.
• Provide practical solutions to engineering and process issues which conform to applicable North American Standards.
• Maintain knowledge in, and practice of, high standards and landfill gas engineering and operating methods.
• Drive technology advancements within area of expertise
• Provide relief support for key roles in the post collection team as required.
• Oversee compliance and corrective actions as related to control of odor at post collection facilities
• Complete special assignments/tasks as required by Region Landfill Manager
• Promote and manage the company’s vision with respect to HSE standards, behaviours and performance.
• Promote a safety-first culture that supports continuous HSE improvement and actively engages workers through company-wide programs.
• Ensure appropriate resources are made available to develop, document, implement, maintain and comply with HSE systems and programs.
• Ensure duty of care obligations are met and that your conduct and that of others in the workplace always occurs in a safe manner.
• Determine risk management compliance and internal controls necessary to ensure strategic, operations, legal and HSE risks are effectively managed and minimised.
• Support training systems to assist workers in obtaining the appropriate skills and experience to perform their roles safely and competently.
• Adhere to the company’s policies and procedures and ensure those within your area of control do always likewise.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent experience in landfill gas management
• Progressive experience in the design, installation, diagnostics of landfill gas control systems and landfill construction and operation
• Have a general understanding of the safe application and best practice for the use of earthwork and HDPE pipe welding for landfill gas infrastructure construction.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Have a general understanding of the safe application and best practice for the use of earthwork and HDPE pipe welding for landfill gas infrastructure construction.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate ability to pay attention to detail and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with consultants, contractors, regulators, and internal staff
• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
• Advance skills and abilities to create Excel spreadsheets and input and monitor information.
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in order to meet due dates and deadlines.
• Knowledge of EPA, state EPA, OSHA, and other related state and federal regulations
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects
• Approach and complete work in a meticulous, thorough and timely manner

Physical/Mental Demands

• Utilization of standard office equipment
• Lifting 50lbs +/-

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions including cold / hot weather, dust
• May be exposed to strong odors, chemicals and refuse
• May be exposed to other risks associated with working around waste, machines, tools, and heavy equipment