Area Landfill Director

GFL Environmental Inc.

. Oversee engineering, compliance, and technical support for assigned regional post-collections operations .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental management and landfill operations, with a strong focus on compliance with federal and state regulations, project management, and technical support. Proven ability to oversee large-scale budgets and coordinate complex construction projects while promoting safety and risk management.

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Environmental ManagementLandfill OperationsRegulatory ComplianceProject ManagementBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Environmental Due DiligenceLandfill Gas ManagementConstruction Project ManagementAdvanced Excel SkillsTechnical Training

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSupervisory Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcel Spreadsheets

Industry Keywords

RCRACERCLANPDESNEPATitle VNSPSTSCASolid Waste Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee engineering, compliance, and technical support for assigned regional post-collections operations
Ensure operations comply with permits, rules, regulations, and corporate policy
Establish corporate policy regarding post-collections operations with VP Post Collections and VP EH&S
Coordinate communications with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies
Manage Region Landfill Gas Managers and landfill air-regulation compliance
Coordinate Renewable Natural Gas project development at assigned landfills
Coordinate and manage annual capital budgets ranging from $40 million to over $100 million
Coordinate, manage, and implement landfill cell construction, capping, leachate pre-treatment, landfill gas, energy, and closure projects
Coordinate heavy-equipment budgeting and procurement with fleet leadership
Manage environmental permitting, reporting, recordkeeping, public hearings, community engagement, and closure/post-closure activities
Manage notices of violation, corrective-action planning, and risk mitigation
Monitor regulatory and policy changes and provide technical support
Coordinate Whole of Life Engineering Rate Packages for assigned sites
Perform environmental due diligence for potential acquisitions
Drive continuous improvement, technology advancement, and operational efficiencies
Provide technical training, relief support, and special-project expertise
Promote and manage EHS standards, safety culture, compliance systems, and risk controls

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science related field
10+ years of progressive experience in the field of environmental management, landfill operations and/or engineering
Knowledge of state and federal environmental rules and policies including RCRA, CERCLA, NPDES, NEPA, Title V, NSPS, TSCA and state solid waste programs
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to supervise multiple internal staff
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to work with consultants, contractors, regulators, and internal staff
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Advanced Excel skills, including creating spreadsheets and monitoring information
Ability to manage multiple multi-faceted construction projects and mitigate risks to budget and schedule
Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills
Strong independent time management and ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds
Ability to work in extreme cold and hot weather conditions
Willingness and ability to travel
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located; GFL does not provide visa sponsorship