GFL Environmental is seeking a dedicated Commercial Industrial Route Supervisorto join our team in Winnipeg In this role, you will oversee day-to-day transportation and hauling operations, manage driver performance, and maintain a cost-effective balance between exceptional customer service and operational efficiency. You will play a pivotal role in enforcing safety standards, optimizing route schedules, and ensuring full compliance with provincial and federal transport regulations.
Competitive Compensation:Top-tier wage with an annual performance bonus program.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, and dental coverage starting on day one.
Financial Growth:Company-matched RRSP contributions and life insurance options.
Perks:Vehicle or vehicle allowance provided, including company-
funded work fuel.
Career Advancement: Opportunities for ongoing training, professional growth, and internal mobility within a fast-growing industry leader.
Team Leadership & Supervision: Manage, schedule, and direct daily activities for commercial drivers. Oversee driver vacation requests, performance reviews, and progressive discipline.
Safety & Compliance:Conduct regular pre- and post-trip inspections, lead driver safety training, and execute thorough accident investigations when incidents occur.
Route & Operational Efficiency: Partner closely with dispatch to relay schedule changes, streamline service lines, and optimize route efficiency.
On-the-Road Coaching: Perform routine ride-alongs ("sit-ins") to evaluate driver safety, reduce wear-and-tear, curb aggressive driving, and improve fuel economy.
Fleet Maintenance Coordination: Liaise with the fleet maintenance team to ensure all vehicles, safety equipment, lighting, and fittings are operating at peak condition.
Customer Relations & Issue Resolution: Serve as a point of contact for service escalation; address and resolve client issues promptly while maintaining cost effectiveness.
Experience:2–3 years of supervisory experience in waste management, transportation, or logistics. Hands-on experience with Front-End Loaders (FEL) and Roll-Off trucks is strongly preferred.
Licensing: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class 1 or Class 3) with an Air Brake (A) Endorsement preferred.
Schedule Flexibility: Willingness to work early morning operational shifts (e.g., 3:00 AM start time) and adapt to changing daily requirements.
Core Skills: Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational abilities. Working knowledge of transport compliance, safety protocols, and route management software.
Safety Mindset:Proven track record of championing workplace health and safety.
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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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
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.
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.
Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.
We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.
At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.
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GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.
Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.
Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.
Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.
