Landfill Operations Manager

Republic Services•Lowellville, OH

3d•$81,800 - $112,400

About The Position

The Landfill Operations Manager oversees landfill operations within a business unit, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, equipment-maintenance, regulatory, and permit requirements. The manager develops fill-sequencing plans with the General Manager, Area Manager, Post Collections, and Environmental Manager to achieve density goals and operate the landfill in accordance with its permit. Working with the General Manager and other business-unit managers, the role executes a local market strategy aligned with area operating and marketing plans, and implements initiatives to improve functional performance and achieve budget goals. The manager oversees landfill operations and staff, leads safety and accident-prevention programs, and drives change-management efforts that support the business unit’s growth and durability.

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.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple sites.
Certification as a Landfill Operator.
Ability to direct a large staff.
Process-oriented and results-oriented approach to setting and pursuing aggressive goals, with commitment to organizational success and the ability to marshal resources.
Problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Collaborative approach and ability to build and work with teams.
Creative thinking and willingness to challenge conventional solutions.
Ability to demonstrate and promote ethical behavior.
Strong leadership skills and sound talent judgment, with an emphasis on hiring and developing high-performance teams.

Responsibilities

Oversee landfill operations and the daily work of Operations Supervisors, Lead Operators, Operators, and/or General Laborers to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Manage staff, including hiring, training, coaching, performance management, setting supervisory goals and objectives, and resolving safety issues and claims.
Evaluate site and service requirements with the General Manager and develop an effective operational plan.
Monitor compliance with safety, environmental, and equipment-maintenance policies and applicable permit conditions.
Work with the General Manager and Area Manager, Post Collections, to maintain landfill equipment and obtain new equipment when necessary.
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 required testing, including monitoring-well sampling; monitor cover-material use; review soil reports; and provide information to the Environmental Manager.
Manage liquid and gas extraction systems on or around the landfill site.
Manage relationships with outside contractors.
Establish productivity goals, ensure adherence to operating standards, and manage labor hours and disposal expenses.
Coordinate with the Maintenance Department to keep equipment operational and compliant with safety standards.
Oversee safety and accident-prevention programs, take reasonable steps to prevent accidents and injuries, maintain a safe and productive workplace, and implement and maintain loss-control and safety programs.
Lead operations to ensure compliance with environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting, and ethics standards.