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Operations Supervisor
@ GFL Environmental
Goffs, Nova Scotia
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring an Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations and supervise Operators at its Aerotech location. The role focuses on health and safety, staff coaching and documentation, and planning work to client requirements. The posting says the role includes being on call as needed and possible evening or weekend work.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coach Operators and resolve employee issues
- Ensure health, safety and regulatory compliance on site
- Plan, assign and monitor Operator work to client requirements
- Complete and maintain operational documentation and records
- Coordinate maintenance of vehicles and equipment
Requirements summary:
- Minimum three years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Waste management or industrial services experience preferred
- Computer skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, OMS and Workday
- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends if required
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Schedule | evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
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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 | 589 |
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Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor is responsible for creating a zero harm environment, maintaining efficient day-to-day operations, and for the effective supervision of Operators at our Aerotech location.
Job Duties
Health and Safety:
- Ensure on-site operations are conducted in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, within permit conditions and to customer specifications with a significant focus on health and safety
- Strong focus on safety, maintenance and housekeeping in accordance with company and regulatory requirements including seasonal winterizing of fleet vehicles Report and identify all incidents, hazards, safety infractions, non-compliance issues and participate in the investigation and development of corrective actions
- Ensure Field Level Hazard Assessments and site inspections are completed
- Ensure internal and external training is up to date for Operators
- Ensure Job Task Observations (JTO’s) are completed and up to date for Operators
- Actively participate in branch safety meetings
- Conduct training as required
Employee Relations:
- Supervise daily operations, providing feedback, coaching and leadership to the operating team
- Resolve and record all employee-related issues including such issues that require disciplinary measures
- Lead, motivate and develop direct reports utilizing Job Task Observations (JTO’s), Vital 9s and Hazard Assessments to reinforce or correct specific behaviors
- Monitor compliance for direct reports to internal policies and applicable regulations and legislations
- Participate in the recruitment process and support the onboarding and training of new hires
Operations:
- Plan, assign, direct and monitor work for Operators based on client requirements
- Ensure operational documentation is accurate and completed in a timely manner including but not limited to work orders, driver logs, pre-trip vehicle inspections, BOL’s, manifests, maintenance repair logs, etc.
- Communicate atypical waste disposal projects with the Waste Water Treatment Team
- Coordinate the maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment
- Maintain and implement standard operating procedures (SOP’s/SWP’s)
- Identify and recommend continuous improvements to processes and procedures
- Support the site’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and our Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Program
- Ensure all visitors to the site (Contractors, brokers, etc.) are complying with site and corporate safety policies
- Ensure the compliance of all contractors’ site compliance utilizing Field Level Hazard Assessments and Safe Work Permits
- Perform emergency operation activities as needed
- On call as needed to meet client requirements
Requirements
- Post-secondary education would be considered an asset
- Minimum of three (3) years in a leadership, managerial or supervisory role.
- Related industrial services operational experience preferred with knowledge of waste management and environmental services
- Knowledge of production management processes, manufacturing equipment and preventative
maintenance principles - Ability to develop safe operating procedures
- Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, OMS and Workday
- Proven organization, time management and problem solving skills
- Ability to work evenings and/or weekends, if required
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
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