Area Supervisor

Position Summary

Our Western Canada Field Services Operations group is actively seeking a dynamic Area Supervisor to spearhead our Industrial Cleaning Team in Kitimat, BC. In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in our organization's success, reporting directly to the Regional Operations Manager. As an integral member of our team, you will find a unique blend of responsibilities that encompass both office and site-based activities, with the specific balance determined by the project at hand.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes of the organization and always acting in a safe manner.

• Management of direct reports by monitoring day-to-day activities. 

• Working from the field during peak business times ensuring customer satisfaction is met and work is being performed at a high level of professionalism while maintaining a paramount regard for safe work performance in accordance with GFL’s practices and customer’s expectations. 

• Fostering open two-way communication with field staff through regular project update meetings, and one on one information sharing or coaching.

• Overall business unit accountability for performance, safety and profitability.

• Oversee pre-job mobilization and demobilization; liaise with customer representatives before, during and after job while ensuring quality control measures are effectively implemented.

• Actively involved in budget, operating metrics while identifying improvements in processes, procedures, and  performance.

• Actively participates in regular P&L reviews to ensure that budgets are met; develops and implements programs for optimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labor and material costs.

• Perform job site walks on certain scopes with the respective operations manager or site supervisor to confirm adequate resources have been recognized for work execution including people, equipment and materials needs.

• Assist with annual budget preparation as well as monthly / quarterly updates for re-forecasting.

• Assist in developing bids, project costing and method statements for review by sales and the leadership team.

• Work with support groups such as HSE, admin and shut down plans team to ensure resources and majors scopes and shutdown are planned effectively. 

• Develop strong customer relationships by having regular interaction with them to provide progress updates, trouble shooting and work scope identification and follow up meetings. 

• Ensure all operational documentation is submitted daily and is clear, concise, and complete. 

• Work to determine potential new customers for the region as well as what additional work we can be doing for existing customers.

• Ensure business unit assets and inventory are maintained and accurate.  

Experience, Qualifications & Education

• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety.

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree in Business or Environmental Science is preferred. 

• Minimum 5 year previous experience as an Operations Manager / Project Manager in an industrial cleaning capacity.

• Able to collaborate and inspire a range of people to achieve results 

• Strong organizational skills are required.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

• Strong computers skills proficient in Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office Suite.

• Extensive experience in relationship building both internally and externally. 

• Ability to supervise the development work execution plans, job scopes, pricing, method statements, planning with durations and understanding.

• A willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations.

• Ability to multitask and adapt to new working environments. 

• Experience in managing multiple job tasks and people.

• Proven knowledge of business and management principles, strategic planning and leadership techniques. 

• Excellent ability to listen, analyze and adapt to ever changing situations and schedule changes to meet the requirements of GFL customers.

• The following areas of experience would be considered a strong asset. 

  • Understanding of oil and gas process facilities and applicable cleaning methods

  • Existing Strong customers relationships 

GFL Benefits

• Competitive wages.

• RRSP company matching program.

• Industry leading health, dental, vision and mental health benefits.

• Paid vacation and holidays.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Paid training and development opportunities.

• A supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.