Operations Supervisor

Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Toronto Branch Manager or the site designate, the Operations Supervisor is responsible for supervising all operating and maintenance staff to assure safe, efficient production of the facility while maintaining zero harm in a fast‑paced work environment. Data analysis, facilitation and knowledge transfer will be a significant component of the role. The role requires the ability to:

• Prioritize and effectively respond to competing demands for resources.
• Understand waste classifications and best methods of processing or disposal.
• Troubleshoot and demonstrate organizational skills.
• Demonstrate strong team‑player ability while working independently.
• Rotate between shifts and accommodate flexible schedule (e.g., 3:00pm–11:00pm, 11:00pm–7:00am).

• Maintain the Branch Safety programs, documents and training programs.
• Take ownership and continually improve Safety Performance by developing and performing job task assessments (JTOs), field‑level hazard assessments (FLHAs) and safe work procedures (SWPs).
• Report all incidents, safety infractions, non‑compliance issues and participate in the investigation and development of corrective actions.
• Host monthly safety meetings.
• Ensure on‑site operations are conducted in accordance with corporate policies, permit conditions and customer specifications.
• Supervise daily operations and provide leadership to the operating team and maintenance department.
• Evaluate and prioritize incoming and outgoing load notifications to ensure scheduled work is completed accordingly.
• Ensure all visitors to the site (contractors, brokers, etc.) comply with site and corporate safety policies.
• Maintain and implement new facility standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain the facility’s preventive maintenance (PM) program.
• Manage 3rd‑party service providers while on site.
• Maintain and manage all inventories of site consumables.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for the facility.
• Create inventories of outbound loads and ensure paperwork is accurate.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues and identify root causes following process and equipment failures to develop corrective actions and avoid recurrence.
• Review and recommend maintenance, repair and operating spare requirements and stocking levels.

• Degree or diploma in a technical or engineering field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years in a supervisory role; previous supervisory experience in a unionized environment in an industrial wastewater treatment, chemical, petro‑chemical or related industry is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical background.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Google Sheets, Google Docs, Gmail, OMS and Agile.
• Flexible to work extended hours.

Personal protective equipment such as a hard hat, eye protection, hearing protection, respirators (if required) and safety boots are mandatory in the yard. A portion of your time will be required in an outdoor setting while exposed to ambient weather conditions.

GFL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment without discrimination and employing personnel without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground. Our philosophy is to provide fair and equal employment and development opportunities for our employees based on skills and capability. GFL provides applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation upon request, as may be required.