National Director, Environment & Compliance - USA
About The Position
GESI is hiring a National Director, Environment & Compliance to lead a team of regional Managers in achieving the goals of an environmental management system for its liquids hazardous waste business. The role focuses on limiting environmental impacts and preventing non-compliance across the country. The position reports to the VP, Environment and Compliance. GESI is a high-growth environmental services company recently carved out of GFL Environmental Inc. Backed by private equity firms, it provides liquid waste, industrial cleaning, and soil remediation services across North America through a vertically integrated platform of over 230 sites and a fleet of more than 1,800 vehicles.
Requirements
- 12+ years of work experience in the hazardous waste industry.
- 7+ years of work experience directly involved in environmental or regulatory compliance.
- Post-secondary degree in a related field, such as Chemical or Environmental Engineering/Technology, Environmental Studies, Geography, or Chemistry.
- Experience building and managing effective, goal-oriented teams.
- Strong overall understanding of the hazardous waste industry.
- Refined analytical and strategic-thinking skills.
- Effective team-building, management, and communication skills.
- Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located; GFL does not provide visa sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Lead each region in a standardized approach to tracking site-specific regulatory requirements and regularly report on progress and opportunities for improvement.
- Oversee the internal environmental compliance auditing program and ensure onsite and desktop audits, follow-up reporting, and action-item tracking are aligned and effective across the country.
- Review and help prioritize environmental issues and projects at priority sites.
- Build and manage positive working relationships with environmental regulating bodies, keeping the team proactive about legislative trends and regulatory changes.
- Expand the permit application process across all regions by identifying gaps or lost business opportunities and obtaining the necessary permits and licenses.
- Expand business knowledge of environmental regulations through increased training and other information-sharing opportunities.
- Oversee relationships with Operations and other support groups to ensure effective teamwork.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Four medical plan options, including a health savings account with employer contribution and matching program
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with employer match
- Competitive wages
- Growth opportunities
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Career advancement opportunities
- Job stability within an essential services company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
