Landfill Waste Manager
About The Position
The Landfill Waste Manager evaluates site and service requirements with the CEO to develop an operational plan for the landfill. The role monitors and ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and equipment-maintenance policies, and ensures landfill operations comply with permit conditions. The manager leads landfill employees and operations, coordinates with the President and other functional leaders on fill sequencing, density goals, equipment, and financial targets, and oversees waste receiving and disposal, construction projects, testing, monitoring, audits, contractors, and yard maintenance.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- Four years of experience in landfill construction and waste disposal, including expertise in construction design and plan execution.
- Two years of supervisory or management experience.
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as compactors and track-type tractors.
- Previous construction-site experience requiring health and safety awareness.
- At least four years of Solid Waste Management Certification.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
- Strong leadership and motivational skills.
- Knowledge of construction jobs, equipment, and safety requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Some college preferred.
Responsibilities
- Ensure landfill operations comply with permit conditions and applicable compliance regulations.
- Manage staffing levels, safety issues and claims, and the hiring, training, and performance management of landfill employees.
- Work with the President, Regional Engineer, and Environmental Manager to develop fill sequencing plans and achieve density goals.
- Coordinate with the Equipment Manager and CFO to maintain landfill equipment and obtain new equipment when needed.
- Plan and implement procedures for receiving and disposing of waste, completing construction projects, and maintaining the yard.
- Review soil reports and provide data to the President.
- Oversee incoming refuse and ensure it is handled properly.
- Supervise and monitor required testing, sample monitoring wells, and monitor use of cover material.
- Respond to and investigate accidents and injuries.
- Review and/or conduct site audits.
- Achieve budgeted financial targets.
- Implement operating procedures and ensure excellence-driven standards are met.
- Monitor and control outside contractors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
