As the Operations Manager you will spearhead our Industrial Services Team. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, you will play a crucial role in our organization's success. This dynamic position offers a balance of office and site-based responsibilities, with the specific mix tailored to current project demands. This role is located in Prince George, BC.
- Health & Safety: Ensure Health and Safety remains the top priority by adhering to all company policies and safe work practices.
- Team Leadership & Development: Manage union and non-union direct reports by monitoring daily activities, delegating duties effectively during work execution, and providing ongoing coaching.
- Field Oversight:Spend significant time in the field to guarantee customer satisfaction, maintain high professional standards, and ensure safe job execution in line with company practices and client expectations.
- Site Inspections & Resource Planning:Perform job site walks with internal teams to verify that adequate labor, equipment, and material resources are allocated.
- Asset Management:Ensure assets are maintained according to preventive maintenance (PM) schedules and maintain accurate inventory controls.
- Financial Management:Assist with annual budget preparation, re-forecasting updates, and regular P&L reviews. Develop and implement programs to optimize equipment utilization, labor efficiency, and material costs.
- Bidding & Estimating:Help develop job bids, project costing, and statements for client review.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with HSE, administrative, and shutdown planning teams to effectively coordinate resources, major project scopes, and turnarounds.
- Client Relations & Growth:Build strong customer relationships through regular updates, troubleshooting, and follow-up meetings. Identify potential new clients and expansion opportunities with existing accounts.
- Documentation & Quality Control:Oversee pre-job mobilization and demobilization. Ensure all daily operational documentation is submitted clear, concise, and complete.
- Incident Response:Promptly report all work-related accidents or incidents and actively participate in incident investigations.
Experience, Qualifications & Education- Experience:Minimum 5 years of leadership or project management experience in Industrial Cleaning or a related field. Hands-on experience with high-pressure water jetting tools is strongly preferred.
- Industry Knowledge:Solid understanding of oil, gas, and pulp mill process facilities and applicable cleaning methodologies.
- Client Network:Existing strong customer relationships within the industry.
- Operational Skills:Proven ability to supervise execution plans, develop job scopes, cost projects, and build detailed schedules and method statements.
- Leadership & Communication:Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven track record of collaborating with, inspiring, and managing diverse teams.
- Technical Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Work Style:Highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational skills; comfortable adapting to fast-paced, high-pressure environments with minimal supervision.
- Safety Commitment:Demonstrated commitment to upholding Health & Safety protocols.
GFL Benefits- Competitive wages
- RRSP company matching program
- Industry-leading health, dental, vision, and mental health benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid training and professional development opportunities
- A supportive work environment that fosters long-term career growth
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
