Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

Landfill Division Manager

Job Locations US-NH-Bethlehem
Job ID 2024-5949
Category
Operations Management
Type
Regular Full-Time

Position Summary

The Landfill Division Manager oversees all landfill operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and optimal efficiency. This role involves representing the Company to stakeholders including local government agencies, customers, and vendors, and implementing change management initiatives that drive process improvements for sustainable growth within the Business Unit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develops and executes operational strategies aligned with the Market Area's goals, focused on sustainable waste management practices.
  • Leads and enforces safety programs, ensuring a proactive safety culture that minimizes accidents and injuries. Maintains strict compliance with all environmental, regulatory, and company standards to protect employees and the community.   
  • Oversees daily landfill operations, including waste acceptance, compaction, and cover procedures. Ensures efficient staffing, resource allocation, and equipment availability to meet performance targets and customer service standards.
  • Manages day-to-day operations, provides daily support to managers, assures quality and budget performance and ensures adequate staffing levels are maintained to maximize efficiencies and customer service.   
  • Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.  
  • Monitors budget and operating metrics while diagnosing and improving processes, procedures and performance by participating in regular P&L review to ensure that budgets are met and develops programs for optimal equipment utilization, maintenance and labor and material costs.   
  • Develops both short-term and long-term goals and action plans in conjunction with the Market Area Manager or Regional Vice President.   
  • Collaborates with maintenance teams to ensure landfill equipment and infrastructure are maintained per OSHA, DOT, and company standards, supporting safe and uninterrupted operations.
  • Interfaces with municipal, county, and other government agencies to maintain strong relationships, renew contracts, negotiate terms, and address operational concerns.   
  • Manages and provides leadership to team members by effectively communicating, establishing clear goals and objectives, coaching team members on achieving goals, and ensuring access to training and development opportunities that assist employees in attaining the necessary skills to achieve team and corporate results.   
  • Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.   
  • Ensures full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to landfill management, employee safety, and environmental protection.   

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will be self-directed and driven to take initiative, have a High School Diploma or GED and must be legally eligible to work in the United States. A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Business or Logistics and a Certification in Project Management is preferred. Minimum of 10 years in waste management, logistics, or related fields, with a focus on landfill operations. Proven leadership experience is essential.

Commitment to creating and maintaining a safe working environment and knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations is vital. Strong problem-solving skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers is required. Excellent proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office applications is preferred. 

Attributes

The ideal candidate is an organized, team-oriented leader who can prioritize effectively, excel in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to environmental responsibility and community impact. They should be results-driven with the ability to balance big-picture planning with attention to operational details.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

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