Job Summary

Under supervision of the Supervisor VI this position supervises, and performs the duties of weigh scale staff at Saskatoon Regional Waste Management Centre (Landfill). 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Directs the staffing and scheduling of day-to-day operations relating to the landfill weigh scale.
• Ensures efficient use of staff, equipment and materials through planning and coordination with the Operations Superintendent.
• Reports daily, verbally and in writing, to the Supervisor VI regarding scheduled work, staff, equipment, material used, and daily progress of work performed, including recommendations for improvements. 
• Assists with on-site supervision and inspection of fieldwork to ensure quality control of the work and adherence to established safety and environmental procedures and standards.
• Assists with the training and evaluation of staff relating to the landfill.
• Maintains cash floats, orders inventory/supplies, and collaborates with the Business Administration section.
• Troubleshoots and performs routine preventative maintenance for weigh-scales and business software
• Promotes and ensures a safe and positive workplace culture through applying corporate policies and procedures.
• Supports and promotes the health and safety of employees and the general public in accordance with the Saskatchewan Employment Act, Saskatchewan Health Regulations and Standards, Occupational Health & Safety Regulations and the City of Saskatoon’s administrative Occupational Health & Safety policies and departmental procedures.  Maintains and monitors programs which affect public health and safety.
• Ensures landfill operational enquiries and complaints from the public are handled appropriately and timely.
• Performs the duties of the Weigh Scale attendant or Supervisor VI as required. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training Requirements: 

• Grade 12 education.
• Five years’ experience in the operation of municipal solid waste collection and disposal systems 
• Successful completion of, or ability to complete successfully, a recognized supervisor certification program within six months of obtaining the position. 
• Possession of, or must obtain, the Solid Waste Association of North America certification as a Certified Landfill Manager within 18 months of hire.
• Successful completion of a recognized Supervisor program within a specified period of time.
• Possession of, or must obtain, a valid first aid certificate.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan class 1A Driver’s Licence.
• Current Driver’s Abstract, from SGI, demonstrating a safe driving record.
   

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: 

• Knowledge of the Corporate Safety Policy, collective agreement, letters of understanding, provincial OH&S Regulations, applicable bylaws, safety practices, environmental regulations, procedures and policies, and WHMIS.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of landfill equipment and/or similar heavy and light equipment.
• Knowledge of the weigh scale operation and disposal charges.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors and civic employees.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of assigned staff.
• Ability to participate effectively in a team environment and to adapt to changes in employees, scheduling, procedures and equipment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership competencies.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties and to work outside under varying weather conditions
• Skill in the operation of a computer with spreadsheet and database software.

Requires Security Check

Additional Requirements

Shift work and weekend work may be required