Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor is responsible for creating a zero harm environment, maintaining efficient day-to-day operations, and for the effective supervision of Operators

Health And Safety:

Ensure in office operations are conducted in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, within permit conditions and to customer specifications with a significant focus on health and safety

Strong focus on safety, maintenance and housekeeping in accordance with company and regulatory requirements including seasonal winterizing of fleet vehicles Report and identify all incidents, hazards, safety infractions, non-compliance issues and participate in the investigation and development of corrective actions

Ensure Field Level Hazard Assessments and site inspections are completed

Ensure internal and external training is up to date for Operators

Ensure Job Task Observations (JTO’s) are completed and up to date for Operators

Actively participate in branch safety meetings

Conduct training as required

Employee Relations:

Supervise daily operations, providing feedback, coaching and leadership to the operating team

Resolve and record all employee-related issues including such issues that require disciplinary measures

Lead, motivate and develop direct reports utilizing Job Task Observations (JTO’s), Vital 9s and Hazard Assessments to reinforce or correct specific behaviors

Monitor compliance for direct reports to internal policies and applicable regulations and legislations

Participate in the recruitment process and support the onboarding and training of new hires

Operations:

Plan, assign, direct and monitor work for Operators based on client requirements





Ensure operational documentation is accurate and completed in a timely manner including but not limited to work orders, driver logs, pre-trip vehicle inspections, BOL’s, manifests, maintenance repair logs, etc.

Communicate atypical waste disposal projects with the Waste Water Treatment Team

Coordinate the maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment

Maintain and implement standard operating procedures (SOP’s/SWP’s)

Identify and recommend continuous improvements to processes and procedures

Support the site’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and our Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S;) Program

Ensure all visitors to the site (Contractors, brokers, etc.) are complying with site and corporate safety policies

Ensure the compliance of all contractors’ site compliance utilizing Field Level Hazard Assessments and Safe Work Permits

Perform emergency operation activities as needed

On call as needed to meet client requirements

Requirements:

Post-secondary education would be considered an asset

Minimum of three (3) years in a leadership, managerial or supervisory role.

Related industrial services operational experience preferred with knowledge of waste management and environmental services

Class 3 drivers license

Experience in a union environment is an asset

Knowledge of production management processes, manufacturing equipment and preventative maintenance principles

Ability to develop safe operating procedures

Computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, OMS and Workday

Proven organization, time management and problem solving skills

Ability to work evenings and/or weekends, if required

Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills

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📌 Operations Supervisor, Marine (Nova Scotia)
🏢 GFL - Sewer Technologies Division
📍 Nova Scotia