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Area Landfill Director
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GFL Environmental Inc.
The Area Landfill Director (ALFD) serves as the most senior post collections support personnel in the field. In this capacity, they oversee Engineering/Compliance/Technical support for the Region/Area assigned. They work directly with Area Management, field operations, and Region Environmental Compliance Managers to ensure that post collections operations are in compliance with permits, rules, regulations, and corporate policy. They also coordinate with VP Post Collections and VP EH&S to establish corporate policy regarding post collections operations and serve as Sr. Field Post Collections personnel in communications with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
ALFD manages Region Landfill Gas Managers to ensure landfill operations comply with air regulations and that capital projects are properly budgeted and administered. They also work with VP GFL Renewables to develop Renewable Natural Gas projects at assigned landfills.
The ALFD coordinates and manages the Capital Budget process for all post collection operations within the assigned area, with budgets ranging from $40 million to over $100 million annually. They oversee the coordination, management, and implementation of capital projects such as landfill cell construction, capping, leachate pre-treatment, gas collection systems, gas-to-energy projects, and landfill closure. They collaborate with facility operations and the Sr. Director of Fleet for budgeting and procurement of heavy equipment.
Beyond technical responsibilities, the ALFD participates in project planning, budgeting, accounting, contract negotiations, legal and regulatory interactions, operations, maintenance, and environmental due diligence for potential acquisitions.
Key Responsibilities:
Environmental Management:
Oversee engineering and permitting tasks for post collections facilities, including leachate, air, waste, and ESG programs. Manage permitting projects, handle noncompliance issues, and support environmental stewardship initiatives.
Regulatory Policy:
Maintain updated knowledge of regulatory changes and communicate impacts to GFL. Support discussions and submissions related to regulatory policies.
Financial Management:
Manage outside consultants for engineering rate packages, coordinate fleet procurement and maintenance, and evaluate environmental risks in mergers and acquisitions.
Continuous Improvement:
Engage with trade associations and vendors to advance technology and operational efficiencies.
Training and Support:
Provide technical training, support key projects, and participate in committees.
Environmental Health and Safety:
Promote safety culture, ensure compliance, and manage risks related to EHS standards.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities include understanding environmental regulations, effective communication, supervision, detail orientation, self-motivation, proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management, and organizational skills.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science, 10+ years of experience in environmental management, landfill operations, or engineering.
Physical/Mental Demands:
Ability to lift 50 lbs, work in extreme conditions, and travel as required.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
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Area Landfill Director
role at
GFL Environmental Inc.
The Area Landfill Director (ALFD) serves as the most senior post collections support personnel in the field. In this capacity, they oversee Engineering/Compliance/Technical support for the Region/Area assigned. They work directly with Area Management, field operations, and Region Environmental Compliance Managers to ensure that post collections operations are in compliance with permits, rules, regulations, and corporate policy. They also coordinate with VP Post Collections and VP EH&S to establish corporate policy regarding post collections operations and serve as Sr. Field Post Collections personnel in communications with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
ALFD manages Region Landfill Gas Managers to ensure landfill operations comply with air regulations and that capital projects are properly budgeted and administered. They also work with VP GFL Renewables to develop Renewable Natural Gas projects at assigned landfills.
The ALFD coordinates and manages the Capital Budget process for all post collection operations within the assigned area, with budgets ranging from $40 million to over $100 million annually. They oversee the coordination, management, and implementation of capital projects such as landfill cell construction, capping, leachate pre-treatment, gas collection systems, gas-to-energy projects, and landfill closure. They collaborate with facility operations and the Sr. Director of Fleet for budgeting and procurement of heavy equipment.
Beyond technical responsibilities, the ALFD participates in project planning, budgeting, accounting, contract negotiations, legal and regulatory interactions, operations, maintenance, and environmental due diligence for potential acquisitions.
Key Responsibilities:
Environmental Management:
Oversee engineering and permitting tasks for post collections facilities, including leachate, air, waste, and ESG programs. Manage permitting projects, handle noncompliance issues, and support environmental stewardship initiatives.
Regulatory Policy:
Maintain updated knowledge of regulatory changes and communicate impacts to GFL. Support discussions and submissions related to regulatory policies.
Financial Management:
Manage outside consultants for engineering rate packages, coordinate fleet procurement and maintenance, and evaluate environmental risks in mergers and acquisitions.
Continuous Improvement:
Engage with trade associations and vendors to advance technology and operational efficiencies.
Training and Support:
Provide technical training, support key projects, and participate in committees.
Environmental Health and Safety:
Promote safety culture, ensure compliance, and manage risks related to EHS standards.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities include understanding environmental regulations, effective communication, supervision, detail orientation, self-motivation, proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management, and organizational skills.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science, 10+ years of experience in environmental management, landfill operations, or engineering.
Physical/Mental Demands:
Ability to lift 50 lbs, work in extreme conditions, and travel as required.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
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