Waste and Recycling Centre Manager
GFL Environmental Inc.
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Maple Ridge, British Columbia
Contract type: Full time
GFL Environmental is looking for a Waste and Recycling Centre Manager to join our team in Maple Ridge, British Columbia!
At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Together, our employees are known as “Team Green”—a name that unites us all under our shared purpose: making our customers and communities Green for Life!
Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
The Job
We are seeking a dedicated and organized Waste & Recycling Centre Manager to oversee all aspects of daily operations at our facility. This role ensures the centre runs safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, operational planning, and safety enforcement experience within a waste, recycling, or industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities:
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected]
At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Together, our employees are known as “Team Green”—a name that unites us all under our shared purpose: making our customers and communities Green for Life!
Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
The Job
We are seeking a dedicated and organized Waste & Recycling Centre Manager to oversee all aspects of daily operations at our facility. This role ensures the centre runs safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, operational planning, and safety enforcement experience within a waste, recycling, or industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Scheduling & Staffing: Manage employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels; support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management of team members.
- Outgoing Waste Stream Management: Oversee and coordinate all outgoing waste and recycling streams to ensure efficient, timely, and compliant material movement.
- Preventative Maintenance (PM) Scheduling: Coordinate scheduled maintenance for facility equipment; work closely with maintenance teams and vendors to ensure minimal downtime.
- Site Safety & Compliance Enforcement: Promote a culture of safety; conduct regular site inspections and ensure all safety protocols and regulatory requirements are being followed.
- Facility Maintenance: Ensure the overall cleanliness, upkeep, and functionality of the site, including buildings, yard, and equipment.
- Reporting & Communication: Prepare operational reports and communicate regularly with upper management regarding site performance, issues, and opportunities.
- 3+ years of experience in waste management, industrial operations, or related field, with supervisory or management experience
- Solid understanding of equipment maintenance schedules and waste stream logistics
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of occupational health & safety regulations
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in basic computer systems and reporting tools
- Valid driver’s license; equipment operation experience is an asset
- A network of 20,000+ employees across North America
- Diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities
- Increased sustainability of your community, through the Full Circle Project
- Activity in a publicly traded company (on NYSE & TSX)
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected]
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