Posted 21 days ago
National Director, Environment & Compliance
@ GFL Environmental
Vaughan, ON · Saskatoon, SK · Toronto, ON · Bois-des-Filion, QC · Surrey, BC
Overview
GFL Environmental Services Inc. is hiring a National Director, Environment & Compliance in Canada to lead regional managers on an environmental management system for its liquid hazardous waste business. The role oversees compliance auditing, regulatory relationships and permit expansion across the country, reporting to the VP, Environment and Compliance. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, RRSP matching and profit sharing.
Responsibilities:
- Lead regional managers on environmental management systems
- Oversee the national environmental compliance auditing program
- Build relationships with environmental regulators
- Expand permit and licence coverage across all regions
- Deliver environmental regulation training
Requirements summary:
- 12+ years in the hazardous waste industry
- 7+ years in environmental or regulatory compliance
- Expertise in federal and provincial environmental legislation
- Post-secondary degree in a related field
- Experience building and managing teams
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-21
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Director |
| Department | Environment, health & safety |
| Experience | 12+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Technology, Environmental Studies, Geography |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, 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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Vaughan, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Municipal / Residential WasteIndustrial / Commercial / Construction WasteConstruction & Demolition ServicesUsed Oil CollectionHazardous Waste ManagementExcavation ServicesShoring & FoundationsSoil RemediationVacuum Truck ServicesInfrastructure Development |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 602 |
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Ready to elevate your career? GESI is expanding! We are officially hunting for our next National Director, Environment & Compliance in Canada—someone ready to bring fresh ideas and grow alongside a dynamic team.
About Us
GFL Environmental Services Inc. ("GESI") is a high-growth environmental services company recently carved out of GFL Environmental Inc. Backed by leading private equity firms, GESI delivers liquid waste, industrial cleaning, and soil remediation services across North America through a vertically integrated platform of over 230 sites and a fleet of 1,800+ vehicles. Our employees, collectively known as 'Team Green,' enjoy numerous benefits: career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, job stability within an essential services company, and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities, Green for Life!
The Role
Reporting to the VP, Environment and Compliance this position will lead a team of regional Managers to meet the goals of an environmental management system that is based on limiting environmental impacts to the liquids hazardous waste business while preventing non-compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead each region in a standardized approach to tracking site-specific regulatory requirements and regularly report on progress and opportunities for improvement.
- Oversee an internal environmental compliance auditing program while ensuring associated processes (e.g., onsite and desktop audit portions, follow-up reporting, action item tracking, etc.) are aligned and effective across the country.
- Review and help prioritize priority site environmental issues and projects.
- Help build and manage positive working relationships with environmental regulating bodies (e.g., Ministry of the Environment, Transport Canada, Environment Canada, municipalities, industry associations, etc.) ensuring the team is proactive in legislative trends and regulatory changes.
- Expand the permit application process in all regions by identifying current gaps (or lost business opportunities) and obtaining the necessary permits and licenses to fill those gaps.
- Expand the business’ knowledge/familiarity of environmental regulations through increased training and other information sharing opportunities.
- Oversee relationships with Operations and other support groups to ensure effective teamwork.
- All other related duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
- 12+ years work experience in the hazardous waste industry.
- 7+ years work experience directly involved in environmental/regulatory compliance.
- Expertise in applicable federal and provincial environmental legislation (e.g., Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations, Cross-Border Movement of Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Recyclable Material, Ontario Regulation 347, etc.).
- Post-secondary degree in a related field (e.g., Chemical/Environmental Engineering/Technology, Environmental Studies, Geography, Chemistry, etc.).
- Experience in building and managing effective/goal-oriented teams.
- A strong overall understanding of the hazardous waste industry.
- Refined analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Effective team building/management and communication skills.
What We Offer
Why join us? We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect:
● Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
● Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, and paid time-off
● Financial: RRSP matching, profit sharing and competitive wages
● Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities
Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!
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