Posted 6 months ago
General Manager, Industrial Waste
@ R W Tomlinson
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
R W Tomlinson is hiring a General Manager, Industrial Operations in Kingston or Ottawa to lead multiple industrial sites, owning operational performance, safety, compliance and full P&L. The role involves setting site-level execution plans, driving continuous improvement and developing site managers and supervisors. The posting states a salary range of $140,000 to $170,000 and a replacement vacancy.
Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day operations across multiple industrial sites
- Own full P&L, budgeting and cost control for assigned sites
- Ensure safety, environmental and regulatory compliance
- Lead audits, corrective actions and continuous improvement
- Coach and develop site managers and supervisors
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or operations management
- 7 to 10+ years of progressive leadership experience
- Experience managing multiple sites or complex operations
- Proven P&L responsibility and financial acumen
- Strong knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Management experience | 7+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Business, Operations Management |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Paid training |
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R W Tomlinson
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Full company description
Starting with a single-axle dump truck in 1952, R.W. Tomlinson Limited has transformed to become a multidisciplinary company with numerous divisions including construction, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, environmental services and more. Providing a comprehensive range of products and services is how we deliver value for our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our approach to our work, as well as the durability of our end product. Our size gives us the experience, expertise and financial strength to undertake any project. Being privately owned and operated gives us the flexibility to respond quickly to our clients’ changing needs while maintaining long-term business relationships. When you work with our team, you can be assured that you are getting the best people for the job. Our knowledgeable, professional & committed employees have an unwavering work ethic, unparalleled customer service and uncompromising approach to safety and the environment. With more than 50 years of experience, we have gained a reputation for dependability, quality and great service. By focusing on creativity and innovation, Tomlinson finds solutions where others see barriers. Some of our capabilities include: • Complete management and construction of large civil, municipal & commercial infrastructure projects • Complete site development from excavation to asphalt with LEED certified material management • Solutions for infrastructure construction and rehabilitation, storm, sanitary water servicing, sewer and watermain installation, road and bridge construction, environmental servicing, waste management, remediation and demolition, etc. For more information and a full list of capabilities and products offered, please visit our website: http://www.tomlinsongroup.com/
- LinkedIn followers
- 17,549
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 550
- Reported office locations
- 100 Citigate Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K2J 6K7, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Service Industry
- Environmental Consulting
- Other recorded names
- R W Tomlinson
- Tomlinson Group of Companies
- Specialties
- Aggregates
- Asphalt
- Construction
- Demolition
- Environmental Services
- Ready-Mix Concrete
- Sewer & Watermain
- Northern Mining
- Aviation Services
- and Data Shredding & Records Management
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Starting with a single-axle dump truck in 1952, R.W. Tomlinson Limited has transformed to become a multidisciplinary company with numerous divisions including construction, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, environmental services and more. Providing a comprehensive range of products and services is how we deliver value for our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our approach to our work, as well as the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1952 |
| Specialties | AggregatesAsphaltConstructionDemolitionEnvironmental ServicesReady-Mix ConcreteSewer & WatermainNorthern MiningAviation Servicesand Data Shredding & Records Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 40 |
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General Manager, Industrial Waste
The General Manager, Industrial Operations is responsible for the overall leadership, operational performance, safety, and financial results of multiple industrial facilities within the organization. This role provides strategic direction and hands-on leadership to ensure consistent execution of operational standards across all sites while driving continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, profitability, and team development.
Location: Kingston or Ottawa
Vacancy Type: Replacement
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide overall leadership and direction for day-to-day operations across multiple industrial sites.
- Translate corporate strategy into site-level execution plans, targets, and performance metrics.
- Ensure operational consistency across locations while accommodating site-specific requirements.
- Drive operational excellence in safety, quality, productivity, maintenance, logistics, and customer service.
- Own full P&L responsibility for all assigned sites, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Deliver profitability targets through disciplined expense management and efficiency initiatives.
- Champion a strong safety-first culture across all sites.
- Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead audits, inspections, training programs, and corrective actions to maintain compliance and minimize risk.
- Lead, coach, and develop Site Managers, supervisors, and cross-functional leadership teams.
- Build high-performing, accountable management teams with clear expectations and performance standards.
- Support talent development, succession planning, and workforce engagement initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across sites using Lean, process optimization, or similar methodologies.
- Ensure quality systems and controls are embedded in daily operations.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for operational, safety, or quality issues.
- Work closely with executive leadership, finance, HR, supply chain, sales, and external stakeholders.
- Serve as a key escalation point for site-level issues and customer concerns.
- Communicate operational performance, risks, and improvement plans to senior leadership.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
- 7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in industrial, manufacturing, environmental, or heavy operations environments.
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple sites or large, complex operations.
- Proven P&L responsibility and strong financial acumen.
- Strong knowledge of safety, regulatory, and environmental compliance requirements.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strategic and operational leadership across distributed locations.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to balance standardization with site-specific operational needs.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and change-management capabilities.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The expected range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.
TOMLINSON OFFERS
- Competitive wages
- Bonus programs
- Employer paid health and dental benefits
- Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
- Retirement benefits program
- Family-oriented team environment
- Employee discounts and other rewards programs
The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions, please contact our HR department.
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