Waste and Recycling Centre Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
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:
- 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.
Qualifications:
- 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
Other advantages to working at GFL:
- 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)
#GFLTalent
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**myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
About GFL Environmental Inc.
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 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.
Waste and Recycling Centre Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
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:
- 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.
Qualifications:
- 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
Other advantages to working at GFL:
- 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)
#GFLTalent
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**myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
About GFL Environmental Inc.
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 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.