Senior Operations Manager

Maryland Environmental Service; Ridgely (MD); On-site; USD 77,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance with plan options

401K with agency match

Paid vacation, sick leave, personal, /

Eleven paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Maryland Environmental Service is hiring a Senior Operations Manager for the Environmental Operations Group at the Midshore II Regional Landfill in Ridgely, Maryland. The role oversees daily operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, and acts as the main liaison between MES Headquarters and on-site personnel.

The position requires strong leadership and strategic oversight. Eligible applicants must meet minimum education and experience, including supervisory background in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 7 years of relevant experience and 4 years of supervisory experience in field operations, recycling/solid waste, bio-solids management or construction activities.
• OR 10 years of progressively responsible experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment or leading field operations in recycling/solid waste or construction.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and direct the daily operations of the Midshore II Regional Landfill in Ridgely, MD.
• Serve as primary liaison between MES Headquarters and facility personnel, providing leadership and oversight.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.
• Provide strategic support and drive operational excellence at the facility.

Skills

Operations Management

Leadership

Facility Operations

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical Training/Vo­cational

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.

Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for a Senior Operations Manager within our Environmental Operations (EO) Group at the Midshore II Regional Landfill in Ridgely, Maryland.

This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the daily operations of the assigned facility while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

The Senior Operations Manager also serves as the primary liaison between MES Headquarters and facility personnel, providing leadership, operational oversight, and strategic support.

Estimated Pay Range: $77,226.24 - $106,186.08

Benefits

• Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts
• 401K retirement savings program with generous agency match
• Paid vacation, personal and sick leave
• Eleven paid holidays per year
• Tuition assistance

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from a standard high school or GED plus 7 years applicable experience and 4 years supervisory experience in field operations, recycling/solid waste, bio-solids management or construction activities.
• OR 10 years of progressively responsive experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment or working in field operations applicable to the hiring facility. This experience must include a lead role in field operations, recycling/solid waste or construction activities.
• Accredited vocational school with a major in a related field for up to 2 years' experience or 3 years' experience with an applicable college degree.
• Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.

Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position will be open until filled.

About MES

MES was established by the General Assembly in 1970 to assist with the preservation, improvement, and management of the quality of air, land, water, and natural resources, and to promote the health and welfare of the citizens of the State.

Today, MES employs over 700 teammates and operates more than 1,000 environmental projects across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region.

As a not-for-profit business unit of the state of Maryland, MES provides multi-disciplinary environmental compliance services to enhance and protect the environment through innovative solutions to the region's most complex environmental challenges.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.