Waste Operations Lead: Safety, Training & Uptime

GFL Environmental Inc.; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. seeks a hands-on supervisory professional to lead a workforce in a waste-management setting. The role emphasizes hiring, training, and evaluating staff to meet service commitments while enforcing safety protocols and wage-hour compliance.

The incumbent will establish preventive maintenance, schedule safety meetings, and ensure proper documentation and records. Strong leadership, communication, and the ability to manage equipment operations are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Experience in the waste industry and supervision roles.
• Ability to read and apply safety guidelines and procedures.
• Capable of maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Familiar with equipment operation and maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Screen, hire, train, and develop personnel to meet service commitments.
• Enforce wage-hour laws and compensate staff per guidelines.
• Ensure safe working conditions at each site.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and costs.
• Schedule safety meetings and document attendees and topics.
• Maintain necessary records and manage supplies.

Skills

Waste industry experience

Supervisory experience

Safety leadership

Team development

Hazardous materials handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. seeks a hands-on supervisory professional to lead a workforce in a waste-management setting. The role emphasizes hiring, training, and evaluating staff to meet service commitments while enforcing safety protocols and wage-hour compliance.

The incumbent will establish preventive maintenance, schedule safety meetings, and ensure proper documentation and records. Strong leadership, communication, and the ability to manage equipment operations are essential for success in this