The Town is looking for people with a shared commitment to building a sustainable community, as well as shared values of integrity, inclusivity, excellence, accountability, and stewardship for the well-being of our residents.
Come gain a unique experience in the 2nd fastest growing municipality in Canada!
A detailed job description and instructions on how to apply are available on the Town’s website, www.thebluemountains.ca, under Town Hall - Employment Opportunities.
The submission deadline for applications is 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2024.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Personal information provided by the applicants is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Manager of Sustainability and Solid Waste, the Solid Waste Supervisor will provide leadership to a team of employees and associated contractors carrying out operations, maintenance activities and related activities of the Solid Waste Division within the Operations Department. Additionally, they will focus on the supervision, maintenance and operation of the Town’s Solid Waste Disposal Site, Composting and Hazardous Waste Facilities.
What you will need:
- Requires high school graduation.
- Minimum of 8 years related experience in disposal site operations and maintenance, heavy equipment operations (or combination of education/practical experience equivalent).
- Solid Waste Association of North America - Manger of Landfill Operations Certification.
- Demonstrate heavy equipment competency.
- Physical ability to perform landfill and operations activities.
- Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
- Demonstrated ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports.
- A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.
- Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on mentoring and motivation of employees.
- High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning.
- Strong time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
- Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.
- Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Able to work well under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email.
- Valid First Aid certificate is an asset.
This is a full-time opportunity with the Town. The hourly rate for this role is $32.93-$38.52 /hr (2024 Rate). The Town also offers the following to our contract employees:
- Perks & Discounts
- Wellness Programs
- Health & Dental Benefits * full-time & 12 month + contracts only
- OMERS
- Work / Life Flexibility
- Professional Development & Education Opportunities
