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Operations Supervisor (Specialized Sulfur Operations)


Company : GFL Environmental Inc.


Location : Calgary,


Created : 2026-05-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

## Operations Supervisor (Specialized Sulfur Operations)Location: Mildred Lake Site Fort McMurray, AB**GFL Environmental** is looking for a technically-minded and experienced Operations Supervisor to join our team at the Mildred Lake site. This critical role focuses on the complex management of sulfur transportation and handling.The **Operations Supervisor** will be responsible for developing a thorough understanding of the sites unique sulfur haulage requirements and patterns. You will review day-to-day operations, evaluate specialized equipment needs, and schedule service lines to maintain a cost-effective balance between customer service and operational efficiency. A niche understanding of sulfur processing and safety is beneficial to this role.### **Why Join TEAM GREEN:*** Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (health, vision, and dental)* Life insurance and retirement savings options* Ongoing learning and development opportunities* Career advancement potential within a growing company* Team-focused and supportive work environment### **Key Responsibilities:*** **Specialized Oversight:** Oversee and optimize day-to-day sulfur transportation and service planning at the Mildred Lake facility.* **Process Integrity:** Monitor cost-effective operations while prioritizing the specific safety protocols required for elemental or liquid sulfur handling.* **Coordination:**Communicate and coordinate with dispatch, specialized drivers, and site partners for efficient scheduling and delivery.* **Compliance & Safety:** Conduct regular driver performance reviews and organize training to ensure compliance with safety standards and high-hazard material handling.* **Incident Management:** Investigate and manage accidents/incidents, ensuring timely reporting and resolution within the unique regulatory framework of the oil sands.* **Leadership:**Provide support to product line personnel, including recruitment and performance management for a specialized workforce.### **Requirements:*** **Niche Knowledge:** Proven experience or a deep technical understanding of sulfur handling, including its physical properties and specialized transportation risk is an asset.* **Experience:** 35 years of supervisory experience, specifically within the oil sands, heavy industrial, or hazardous waste sectors.* **Local Commitment:** Willingness and ability to work on-site at Mildred Lake (Fort McMurray).* **Licensing:**Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.* Regulations: Strong familiarity with WHMIS, TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods), the Highway Traffic Act, and OHS safety regulations.* **Tech Savvy:** Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for managing logistics data and site reports.### **Skills and Abilities:*** **Specialized Safety:** A proactive approach to preventing accidents involving hazardous chemicals and specialized haulage equipment.* **Critical Thinking:** Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines in a high-stakes industrial environment.* **Interpersonal Skills:**Strong communication skills to liaise between site management and specialized field operators.* **Incident Investigation:** Skilled in investigating industrial incidents and preparing rigorous documentation.### **Advantages to working at GFL:*** **Career Growth:**Unique access to diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities within the Fort McMurray region.* **Sustainability:** Contribute to the sustainable growth of your community through the Full Circle Project.* **Scale:**Benefit from a network of 20,000+ employees across North America.* **Market Leader:** Be part of a publicly traded company (NYSE & TSX), benefitting from our growth trajectory in the resource sector.**How to Apply:**#GFLTalent*We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.**GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact**[email protected]* *Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship* *for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.**This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.*At GFL, growth isnt just for our businessits for our people.Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and were proud to support them in that journey.We consider our employees personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desirewhether its advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions.With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form Team Greenunited by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.Were proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. Its an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way.Regardless of the work were doing today, weve got our sights set on the big picturenot just tomorrow, but for life. #J-18808-Ljbffr