Area Fleet Director- Western Canada

Alberta, Canada,

Alberta, Canada

Job posted on : 2025-09-12
 

Job details

  Sector : Automotive
  Specialty : Sales - Fleet Manager
  Schedule : To be determined
  Job type : Permanent
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Job description

GFL Environmental is looking for a strategic and experienced Area Fleet Director to lead fleet operations across Western Canada. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure our fleet runs safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while supporting our mission of making communities cleaner, safer, and greener.

Key Responsibilities:
 

  • Oversee fleet strategy, equipment selection, and lifecycle management to maximize efficiency and sustainability.
  • Drive operational excellence by setting and monitoring standards for maintenance, productivity, fuel, and safety.
  • Ensure full compliance with environmental, transportation, and safety regulations.
  • Lead and support maintenance facilities, staff training, vendor relationships, and warranty recovery programs.
  • Partner with regional and corporate leadership to provide fleet analytics, performance reporting, and cost comparisons that inform business decisions.
  • Champion a safety-first, continuous-improvement culture across all operations.


Requirements:
 

  • Post-secondary degree in business, operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in fleet management or maintenance (waste industry experience a strong asset).
  • Strong knowledge of electronic maintenance tracking systems and MS Office tools.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and drive cost-savings.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to both front-line staff and senior executives.
  • Willingness to travel across the region.


Advantages to working at GFL:
 

  • Unique access to diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities
  • Contribute to the sustainable growth of your community through the Full Circle Project
  • Experience innovation through our first fully electric truck, now in operation.
  • Benefit from a network of 20,000+ employees across North America
  • Be part of a publicly traded company (on NYSE & TSX), benefitting from our growth trajectory


How to Apply: Ready to join Team Green? Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We appreciate all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join us and take the driver's seat in shaping the future of fleet operations. Apply today and grow with GFL!

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

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