Landfill Operations Manager, Landfill

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Naples, FL

3d

About The Position

Responsible for managing and supporting the daily operations of an active Class I landfill while serving as a hands-on leader for site personnel. The role oversees landfill operations, safety, regulatory compliance, equipment management, and workforce development to ensure operational goals are achieved. Preferred candidates will have experience operating heavy equipment, training employees on it, leading field teams, and maintaining high standards of environmental stewardship and operational efficiency.

The position operates in a mix of office and plant/field environments and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copy machines.

Requirements

• Accredited bachelor's degree, or an accredited high school diploma or GED and four years of relevant work experience.
• Seven years of relevant work experience in addition to the education requirement.
• Successful candidates must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if needed for business air travel or access to federal property.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience training employees to operate heavy equipment.
• Experience leading field teams.
• Experience maintaining high standards of environmental stewardship and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth landfill operations, including ongoing construction, permitting, and leachate and gas management.
• Minimize operating costs while maximizing productivity and maintaining safety and environmental compliance.
• Work continually to reduce truck turnaround time at the site.
• Accurately track waste volume and weight.
• Serve as a liaison for community relationships where necessary.
• Actively monitor ongoing permitting issues.
• Comply with and ensure adherence to WM’s Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Meet financial review dates and corporate-directed program requirements in a timely manner.
• Oversee department personnel needs, including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating their performance.
• Provide input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Assist with the budget process as required.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of landfill property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors and employees.
• Conduct, attend, and contribute to periodic safety meetings to maintain favorable employee relationships and promote morale, productivity, and efficiency.
• Provide training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.
• Update and submit required reports in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Company matching on a 401(k).
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Personal days.
• Competitive total compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager