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Administrative Assistant

@ GFL Environmental

Nanaimo, British Columbia

3+ years experience
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Overview

GFL Environmental is hiring an Administrative Assistant to support a branch with company communications, report preparation, correspondence, and file organization. The role also covers payroll time sheets, invoices, purchase orders, and meeting coordination. The posting states indoor office work about 95% of the time, pay set by responsibilities, experience, and location, and full employer-paid health benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain branch working files and safety records
  • Prepare and distribute operational reports
  • Process invoices, purchase orders and payroll time sheets
  • Sort and distribute mail and correspondence
  • Coordinate meetings and training workshops

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and Word proficiency
  • Typing speed of 50 WPM
  • Notary Public appointment maintained
  • Tower, JD Edwards or AS400 experience preferred

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Benefits mentioned

DentalVisionRetirement planEmployee assistance
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-05
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAdministrative
Experience3+ years
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · lift 10 lb · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsNotary Public
EducationHigh school (required), College diploma (preferred)
Fields of studyBusiness
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness

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GFL Environmental

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Full company description

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers. We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements. At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols. Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels. Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales. Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.

LinkedIn followers
170,621
People associated on LinkedIn
8,102
Reported office locations
  • 100 New Park Place, Vaughan, Ontario L4K 0H9, CA
Business categories
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Waste Management
  • GreenTech
Other recorded names
  • GFL Environmental Inc.
Specialties
  • Municipal / Residential Waste
  • Industrial / Commercial / Construction Waste
  • Construction & Demolition Services
  • Used Oil Collection
  • Hazardous Waste Management
  • Excavation Services
  • Shoring & Foundations
  • Soil Remediation
  • Vacuum Truck Services
  • Infrastructure Development
  • Recycling
  • Organics
  • Industrial Cleaning
  • HAZMAT Emergency Response
  • Landfill Disposal & Diversion
  • and Environmental Remediation
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
5,167,778,866

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to…

FieldValue
IndustryEnvironmental Services
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersVaughan, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesMunicipal / Residential WasteIndustrial / Commercial / Construction WasteConstruction & Demolition ServicesUsed Oil CollectionHazardous Waste ManagementExcavation ServicesShoring & FoundationsSoil RemediationVacuum Truck ServicesInfrastructure Development
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Job description

Job Summary: The Administrative Assistant will provide administrative support to the branch with regards to Company communications, report preparation, correspondence, and the maintenance and organization of files. Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.


Why GFL:

  • Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
  • Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
  • Modern Fleet & Gear: Work out of safe, modern yards with well-maintained trucks, new equipment, and industry-leading diagnostic tools.
  • Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
  • Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required; 2-year degree in business related field and 3 years’ experience in an administrative capacity or equivalent combination.
  • Software Proficiency: Excellent skills in the use of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
  • Systems Knowledge: Experience with Tower, JD Edwards and AS400 preferred.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism.
  • Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing.
  • Detail Orientation: Demonstrate ability to pay close attention to detail and maintain a high level of accuracy.
  • Typing Speed: Ability to type 50 WPM.
  • Certifications: Maintain appointment as Notary Public.
  • Physical & Mental Demands: Possess ability to occasionally lift/move up to 10 pounds; ability to use hands and fingers, talk, sit and hear.
  • Working Conditions: Work in indoor office environment 95% of the time; work in front of computer terminal for the majority of the day; noise level is usually moderate.

Responsibilities:

  • File Management: Maintain working files as required for area personnel and all levels of branch management.
  • Payroll Processing: Timely and accurate submittal of payroll time sheets for area personnel.
  • Safety Records: Understand Company safety policy and maintain safety records for the division as required.
  • Reporting: Prepare and distribute reports as directed such as Roll Off Trend Report, Fuel Report, Commodity Report, and others as assigned.
  • Financial Administration: Process invoices and purchase orders for the area and assist with general ledger entries as needed.
  • Document Security: Maintain all contracts, bids, proposals, sales and marketing information, etc. in a fireproof cabinet.
  • Communications & Mail: Sort, review and distribute all incoming and outgoing mail, facsimiles, and electronic transmissions. Type memos of correspondence as needed.
  • Meeting & Event Coordination: Coordinate and organize all training workshops and meetings within the area.
  • Regulatory & Policy Compliance: Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
  • Professional Standards: Demonstrate professionalism by maintaining a high degree of integrity, ethics and confidentiality.
  • Branch Support: Assist with administrative and CSR at branch locations within area on as needed basis.
  • Additional Duties: Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

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