Operations Manager

Sparwood, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating daily field operations to ensure projects meet cost and customer expectations. They must also champion a strong safety culture while overseeing regional financial performance and personnel management.

Job details

Clean Harbors in Sparwood, BC is looking for an Insite Operations Manager to join our Team! This field manager will be responsible for organizing, planning, and coordinating day to day operations and field personnel to ensure projects meet cost and customer expectations. Why work for Clean Harbors? * Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5! * Competitive wages. * Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment. * Group RRSP with matching Component. * Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career. * Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement. * Positive and safe work environments. RESPONSIBILITIES * Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all corporate and regulatory requirements; * Lead by example in safe work practices and risk mitigation; * Conduct field observations, audits, and incident reviews; * Ensure personnel are properly trained, equipped, and supported; * Own regional financial performance including: * Budget development and management * Revenue forecasting * Profit & Loss oversight * Cost control and margin management; * Drive operational efficiencies while maintaining service quality; * Plan, organize, and coordinate daily field operations and emergency response activities; * Allocate manpower, equipment, and resources effectively; * Ensure projects meet scope, timeline, and budget expectations; * Support mobilization and demobilization planning; * Serve as a key operational contact for client representatives; * Build strong, long-term customer relationships; * Communicate proactively regarding project progress and performance; * Lead and mentor supervisors and field personnel; * Establish performance expectations and accountability standards; * Support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning; QUALIFICATIONS * 5+ years of management experience in a related field; * Experience with managing and forecasting budgets; * Ability to manage change, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and understand issues and resolve/address strategically; * Excellent communication skills; * Understanding of Corporate Safety & Compliance Policies. * Understanding of Provincial and Federal Health and Safety Regulations; * High School diploma or equivalent required. * Ability to commute to job site daily in Sparwood, BC as a current resident or open to relocation to the area. 40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us. Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/. For additional information about driver career opportunities, please call us at 1-833-32-DRIVE (1-833-32-37483). Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class. Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company. Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages in the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making. *CH #SK-LI

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of management experience in a related field and a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in budget management, safety regulations, and strategic problem-solving is required.