Landfill Operations Manager

Republic Services•Lowellville, OH

About The Position

The Landfill Operations Manager manages landfill operations within a business unit, ensuring activities comply with safety, environmental, equipment-maintenance, and permit requirements. The role works with the General Manager, Area Manager, Post Collections, and Environmental Manager to develop fill-sequencing plans, achieve density goals, and operate the landfill in accordance with its applicable permit. In collaboration with business-unit leaders, the manager executes local market strategies and tactical initiatives that support operational excellence and budget achievement. The manager oversees landfill operations and staff, leads safety and accident-prevention programs, and ensures compliance with applicable standards. The role also drives change-management initiatives to introduce and sustain processes that support the growth and durability of the business unit’s operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience, or participation in Republic Services’ management trainee program.
Experience managing operations at a landfill or similar environment.
Ability to manage multiple sites.
Certification as a Landfill Operator.
Ability to direct a large staff.
Process- and results-oriented approach, including setting and pursuing ambitious goals and mobilizing resources to achieve objectives.
Problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Ability to collaborate and build and work with teams.
Creative thinking and willingness to challenge conventional solutions.
Ethical behavior.
Strong leadership skills and sound judgment in hiring and developing high-performance teams.

Responsibilities

Manage landfill operations, overseeing Operations Supervisors, Lead Operators, Operators, and/or General Laborers responsible for safe and efficient daily operations.
Manage staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, setting supervisory goals and objectives, and resolving safety issues and claims.
Work with the General Manager to evaluate site and service requirements and develop effective, efficient operational plans.
Monitor compliance with safety, environmental, equipment-maintenance, and applicable permit requirements.
Collaborate with the General Manager and Area Manager, Post Collections, to ensure equipment is maintained and new equipment is obtained when needed.
Plan and implement procedures for receiving and disposing of waste, completing construction projects, and maintaining the yard.
Oversee incoming refuse and its proper handling; supervise and monitor required testing, including monitoring-well sampling; monitor cover-material use; review soil reports; and provide information to the Environmental Manager.
Manage liquid and/or gas extraction systems on or around the landfill site.
Manage relationships with outside contractors.
Set productivity goals, ensure operating standards are followed, and manage labor hours and disposal expenses.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to keep equipment in working order and compliant with safety standards.
Oversee safety and accident-prevention programs, promote a safe and productive work environment, and implement and maintain loss-control and safety programs.
Lead operations to ensure compliance with environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting, and ethics standards.
Work with business-unit managers to execute local market strategy and tactical initiatives supporting operational excellence and budget achievement.
Lead change-management initiatives that introduce and sustain new operational processes.