Working at Walker

At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.

About the Job

Reports to the Business Operations Manager. This individual will oversee the operations of Walker Environmental's transfer assets in Burlington. You may be required to perform duties and accept responsibilities that are not included in the following list as required.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manages all activities related to operations and development of division’s services by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
• Manages current and projected volumes being handled in facilities to maximize quantities while remaining within identified limitations
• Monitors and responds to division’s operating equipment and facilities needs
• Develops and implements operational plans for equipment use and material placement
• Plans and directs placement of waste and daily cover materials; utilization of equipment; and location of roadways and pads
• Develops operation and capital budgets and monitors variances on a monthly basis
• Assists in business planning and strategy for short and long term goals
• Identifies approvals and/or permits which may be necessary to complete capital projects
• Develops and implements pricing policies and sales budgets; and advises sales staff regarding unusual situations

Here’s What You Need

• Minimum high school diploma, plus an additional three year college diploma
• Greater than seven years but less than or equal to ten years of construction management and administration experience.
• G Class Driver's license with a clean abstract
• Keeps accurate records.
• Professional manner, tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with colleagues, including senior management.
• Advanced levels of customer service, interpersonal and communication skills to promote and foster relationships with existing and potential customers and industry associates.

What’s in it for you

• You become part of a team you can count on
• A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
• Leaders who support your growth and success
• A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
• Give back to your community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events

At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.

Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.