Ops Manager Landfill

Republic Services•Wellton, AZ

About The Position

Within a business unit, the Operations Manager - Landfill manages landfill operations to ensure activities comply with safety, environmental and equipment maintenance policies. Working closely with the General Manager, Area Manager, Post Collections and Environmental Manager, the role develops fill-sequencing plans to achieve density goals and ensures operations follow applicable permit conditions. In partnership with the General Manager and other business-unit managers, the position executes a local market strategy aligned with the Area’s strategic operating and marketing plans, and implements initiatives to support functional excellence and budget achievement. The manager oversees landfill operations and staff, safety and accident-prevention programs, and compliance with applicable standards. The role also leads change-management initiatives to introduce and sustain processes that contribute to the growth and durability of business-unit operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience, or participation in Republic Services’ management trainee program.
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 ability to marshal resources toward goals and objectives.
Demonstrated 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.
Demonstrated ethical behavior and ability to promote it.
Strong leadership skills and proven judgment of talent, emphasizing hiring and developing high-performance teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple sites.

Responsibilities

Manage landfill operations and oversee Operations Supervisors, Lead Operators, Operators and/or General Laborers responsible for safe and efficient daily work.
Manage staff, including hiring, training, coaching and performance management; set supervisory goals and objectives; and resolve safety issues and claims effectively.
Work with the General Manager to evaluate site and service requirements and develop an effective, efficient operational plan.
Monitor and ensure compliance with safety, environmental and equipment-maintenance policies and applicable landfill permit conditions.
Collaborate with the General Manager and Area Manager, Post Collections to ensure landfill 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 required testing, including monitoring-well sampling; monitor cover-material utilization; 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.
Establish productivity goals, ensure adherence to operating standards, 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, take reasonable steps to prevent accidents and injuries, maintain a safe and productive workplace, and implement and maintain an effective loss-control and safety program.
Lead operations to ensure compliance with environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting and ethics standards.
Work with business-unit managers to execute a local market strategy aligned with Area operating and marketing plans and implement initiatives that support functional excellence and budget achievement.
Lead change-management initiatives to introduce and sustain processes that contribute to business-unit operational growth and durability.