Area Landfill Director

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees all aspects of engineering and related tasks for post‑collections facilities by coordinating and supporting permitting, project planning, reporting and recordkeeping functions.
• Leachate Programs: work with operations to assure adequate leachate disposal outlets are maintained; work with VP Post Collections to support development of leachate pre‑treatment projects so leachate disposal does not limit operations.
• Air programs: handle air permitting, odor, methane compliance programs, and landfill gas collection expansion projects; supervise/manage Region Gas Managers in this area.
• Waste programs: work with operations on special waste and non‑conforming waste issues and required reporting; collaborate with the commercial team on local waste matters; serve as the “problematic waste” approver for the Area.
• ESG programs: work with VP Post Collections and VP Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability to provide information and implement programs that promote Environmental Stewardship goals of GFL.
• Permitting project management: coordinate efforts between operations, third‑party consultants/engineers and regulatory agencies for new permits, renewals, site expansions and required modifications; attend regulatory meetings, public hearings and community engagement; support closure/post‑closure activities with operations, legal, risk management and consultants.
• Noncompliance events: manage notices of violation, follow‑up reporting and communication to leadership; mitigate ongoing risk and manage corrective action planning.
• Regulatory Policy Updates: work with Region Compliance Manager, third‑party consultants, trade associations and government agencies to stay current on regulatory, guidance or policy changes that may impact operations and communicate to GFL; attend meetings, write position statements or submit comments on regulatory changes; provide technical support and expertise in such discussions.
• Financial Responsibility: coordinate/manage outside consultants to produce Whole of Life Engineering Rate Packages annually for sites in the area (used by internal accounting for landfill accounting); coordinate with Sr. Director of Fleet to ensure proper procurement, maintenance and safe operation of post‑collections fleet; work with Mergers and Acquisitions team to evaluate and perform environmental due diligence on post‑collections opportunities, identifying financial and environmental risks of potential acquisition candidates.
• Continuous Improvement: stay active in trade associations and research agencies; engage consultants/vendors to drive technology advancements through ongoing education on regulatory changes, new technologies and improved operating methods; drive operational improvements and efficiencies by sharing best‑management practices and ideas.
• Training and Support: provide technical information and training to operations; offer relief support for key roles as needed; complete special projects/assignments as required by leadership; provide expertise on key projects and committees as needed.
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Responsibilities: promote and manage the company’s vision for ESH standards, behaviors and performance; promote a safety culture and duty of care; ensure appropriate resources are available to develop, document, implement, maintain and comply with EHS & Compliance systems and programs; surface all issues; identify compliance risks and use internal controls to manage operational, legal and EHS & Compliance risks; report all issues to leadership; support training systems to help workers gain the skills and experience needed to perform roles safely and competently; always adhere to company policies and procedures and ensure those within your area of control do likewise; always operate with integrity and ethically.

Skills

• Knowledge of state and federal environmental rules and policies including but not limited to RCRA, CERCLA, NPDES, NEPA, Title V, NSPS, TSCA and state solid waste programs.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise multiple internal staff in a professional manner.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work with consultants, contractors, regulators, and internal staff.
• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced skills to create Excel spreadsheets and input and monitor information.
• Ability to manage multiple multi‑faceted construction projects, identify potential pitfalls early and mitigate risks to budget and schedule.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize to meet due dates and deadlines.
• Strong independent time management skills and ability to effectively manage multiple projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a Science‑related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in environmental management, landfill operations and/or engineering.

Physical/Mental Demands