Engineering and Compliance Manager
About the role
GFL Environmental Inc. is looking for an Engineering and Compliance Manager to join our Ontario Environmental Compliance Team. Reporting to the VP of Environmental Risk Management, this position will support compliance and capital projects. In this role, the Engineering and Compliance Manager will also support the broader objectives of the Eastern Canada Solids operations and the Canadian Environmental Compliance Team as required. The work location will be predominantly in the Hamilton and Greater Toronto Area.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage environmental and capital projects, including issuing RFPs, reviewing submissions, recommending consultants/contractors, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring project delivery
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Assist with regulatory submissions, including applications for approvals, amendments, renewals, and financial assurance
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Liaise with local, regional, and provincial environmental regulators and other stakeholders
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Stay up to date with regulatory changes that may affect permits and/or compliance status of facilities and operations
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Provide technical and engineering support for operations and project delivery, including:
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Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for environmental and capital projects
-
Supporting the development of business cases for new projects and practices
-
Engage and manage external consultants, contractors, and internal subject matter experts to provide technical support
-
Support the development of capital estimates and other financial metrics to inform maintenance capital planning, compliance risk reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives
-
Support the development of capital estimates for five-year and annual budget processes
-
Support Operations and the Regional Environmental Compliance Manager to ensure proper management of environmental projects once completed
Knowledge, Skills And Competencies
- Post-secondary education in environmental, water, or wastewater engineering, or a related field
- 5–7 years of experience in a related field (greater experience is considered an asset)
- Experience in the solid waste and wastewater sectors is considered an asset
- Strong data collection, processing, and management skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Critical thinking skills to support decision-making by assessing environmental and engineering data and operational needs
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely to audiences with varying technical backgrounds (e.g., operations, sustainability, engineering, finance, leadership, regulators, and other stakeholders)
- Strong influencing skills to elicit cooperation and build consensus in the implementation of monitoring processes, capital projects, and risk management plans
- Knowledge of industry-wide environmental policies, practices, and regulatory frameworks
- Field experience with environmental monitoring and compliance
- Valid G driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and the ability to travel to various locations
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.
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Engineering and Compliance Manager
About the role
GFL Environmental Inc. is looking for an Engineering and Compliance Manager to join our Ontario Environmental Compliance Team. Reporting to the VP of Environmental Risk Management, this position will support compliance and capital projects. In this role, the Engineering and Compliance Manager will also support the broader objectives of the Eastern Canada Solids operations and the Canadian Environmental Compliance Team as required. The work location will be predominantly in the Hamilton and Greater Toronto Area.
Key Responsibilities
-
Manage environmental and capital projects, including issuing RFPs, reviewing submissions, recommending consultants/contractors, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring project delivery
-
Assist with regulatory submissions, including applications for approvals, amendments, renewals, and financial assurance
-
Liaise with local, regional, and provincial environmental regulators and other stakeholders
-
Stay up to date with regulatory changes that may affect permits and/or compliance status of facilities and operations
-
Provide technical and engineering support for operations and project delivery, including:
-
Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) for environmental and capital projects
-
Supporting the development of business cases for new projects and practices
-
Engage and manage external consultants, contractors, and internal subject matter experts to provide technical support
-
Support the development of capital estimates and other financial metrics to inform maintenance capital planning, compliance risk reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives
-
Support the development of capital estimates for five-year and annual budget processes
-
Support Operations and the Regional Environmental Compliance Manager to ensure proper management of environmental projects once completed
Knowledge, Skills And Competencies
- Post-secondary education in environmental, water, or wastewater engineering, or a related field
- 5–7 years of experience in a related field (greater experience is considered an asset)
- Experience in the solid waste and wastewater sectors is considered an asset
- Strong data collection, processing, and management skills with a high level of attention to detail
- Critical thinking skills to support decision-making by assessing environmental and engineering data and operational needs
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely to audiences with varying technical backgrounds (e.g., operations, sustainability, engineering, finance, leadership, regulators, and other stakeholders)
- Strong influencing skills to elicit cooperation and build consensus in the implementation of monitoring processes, capital projects, and risk management plans
- Knowledge of industry-wide environmental policies, practices, and regulatory frameworks
- Field experience with environmental monitoring and compliance
- Valid G driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and the ability to travel to various locations
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.