Field Supervisor, Emergency Response

Job Duties

• Working closely and collaboratively with the Emergency Response Manager and other key team members, to actively oversee and supervise the successful execution of projects as assigned.

• Direct responsibility for scheduling people, equipment, and related resources, coordinating the overall flow of project activity, and proactively updating issues with those who need to know.

• Develop, maintain, and implement project management procedures to accurately track and control costs associated with projects.

• Manage and attend all Health and Safety meetings, participate in GFL’s health and safety program, as well as train employees on any safety issues.

• Adapt to changing project and customer circumstances by developing workable and cost-effective contingency plans that respect overall project guidelines and contribute to planned outcomes.

• Develop and strengthen relationships with customers and business (sub) contractors.

• Troubleshooting, problem solving, and effective communication are key success factors in sustaining relationships within the project work environment.

• Ensure the highest degree of compliance with standards and regulations related to Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental legislation in all phases of project activity.

• Actively contribute as required to ensure that projects maintain forward momentum. This will require a high degree of hands-on versatility with the ability to supervise work and operate equipment at job sites, consult with customers and execute contingency plans in a timely manner, and secure replacement or additional resources on jobs.

• As capacity and business flow may dictate, assist Operations or other departments within the business through support with project management, quality control or process audits, or additional related and complementary duties.

• Follow all established organizational policies and procedures.

• Support the vision and values of the organization.

• Promote and participate in a work environment free of workplace harassment and violence.

• Perform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others.

• Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others.

• Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act.

• Participate in team/staff meetings when required.

• Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Post-secondary Diploma or Degree in a related field of study.

• Minimum 4 years in an supervisor role along with spill response clean up and remediation.

• Knowledge of project coordination and related logistics.

• Experience and strong knowledge with excavation equipment.

• Excellent team player, ability to listen, analyze and adapt to change.

• Ability to travel often throughout Ontario, responding to on-call customer needs.

• Progressive experience in the environmental or waste management industry is considered an asset.

• Solid understanding of Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental legislation as it relates to remediation and waste management projects.

• Superior problem-solving and project troubleshooting skills.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively handle unanticipated issues that require urgent decision making.

• Above average communication and interpersonal skills with strong ability to negotiate outcomes that to the greatest extent possible meet the needs of all parties.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team effort, and a willingness to be very hands-on.

• Valid G Class license and comfortable driving a vehicle for various work related needs.

• Valid Certification in First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain).

• Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset.

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