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About the Role

WM Canada is seeking leaders who can build teams, develop talent, drive performance, and deliver essential services that communities rely on. As a leader, you will have the opportunity to influence business outcomes while creating an environment where employees can thrive.

Responsibilities

Ensures smooth operation of site, including: gatehouse, sorting, loading.
Ensures system is performing at highest level
Minimizes handling and operational costs.
Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.
Regularly proposes means of operational improvement.
Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships and customers.
Oversee and manage WM contractual obligations
Complies with and ensures adherence to WM’s Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
Submits reasonable budget information and analyzes data versus year-to-date data and prior year budget.
Assists in creating a positive team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.
Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the MRF through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors/employees.
Oversees personnel needs of the MRF including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings.
Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.
Updates and submits required reports in a timely manner.
Identify and eliminate waste to improve flow, reduce downtime, and optimize labor and equipment utilization
Lead problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement with measurable results
Build, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline teams
Set clear expectations and hold teams accountable for performance and behavior
Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performing work environment
Motivate teams during high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and discipline

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
7 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)
Experience leading a team of 3-4 salaried employees including supervisors (as well as above required experience and education)
Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and influence teams
Calm and decisive under pressure, with strong problem-solving ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical capabilities
High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity
Must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative for potential air travel or access to federal property.

Skills

Environmental safety
Operational excellence
Cost management
Team building
Talent development
Performance management
Strategic growth initiatives
Operational innovation
Problem-solving
Coaching
Mentoring
Budgeting
Data analysis
Employee motivation
Property maintenance
Employee selection
Employee training
Performance evaluation
Safety management
Waste elimination
Continuous improvement
Structured methodologies

Location

260 New Toronto St, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2E8

Work Type

On-site
Full-time

Experience Level

7 years of relevant work experience
Experience leading a team of 3-4 salaried employees including supervisors

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience

Salary/Compensations

$120,000.00 - $135,000.00
Eligible for bonus

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Stock Purchase Plan
Company match on RRSP
Paid Vacation
Holidays
Personal Days

About the Company

WM is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions.
WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity.
The company provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of customers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals.
WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas.
WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America.
Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe.

Equal Opportunity

WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.