Division Vice President – Landfill & Organics

Division Vice President – Landfill & Organics Position Summary

The Division Vice President works in all business aspects (revenue growth and managing cost) of landfill and organics operations. The Division Vice President will have full P&L responsibility and ensure the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of assigned Landfill locations and compost facility.

• Manage performance of general managers, operations and maintenance managers.
• Manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance, meeting performance standards and productivity metrics.
• Full P&L responsibility of assigned operations, including all business aspects of operation (contract). Interact with various municipal leadership, including but not limited to Public Works, City Managers, and City Council Members.
• Complete involvement in sales and marketing aspects to continue overall location growth potential.
• Manage all aspects of operating contract with Municipality and ensure full compliance. Assume role of contract manager.
• Manage implementation of maintenance program for full on and off-highway fleet, including program development and auditing processes.
• Develop and manage program to maximize landfill density and airspace savings.
• Manage technical consultants and operations teams to prepare and develop annual site operating plans, including but not limited to fill sequence plans, winterization plans, and drainage plans.
• Manage composting operation using KPIs to drive process improvement and production of high quality compost and mulch.
• Lead the sales effort of organic products to insure continuous movement of product at a profit.
• Responsible for interaction with all regulatory agencies, including Region Water Quality Control Board, Air Management District, Cal Recycle, Local Enforcement Agency and Jurisdictional land use.
• Ensure the training and development of the skills of the workforce by providing proper guidance and coaching.
• Provide exceptional customer service and customer retention.
• Engage in the interview process to hire the most talented and qualified personnel.
• Conduct weekly staff meetings with management team.
• Encourage internal growth by providing opportunity for personnel development.
• Provide effective leadership by developing and implementing a team-focused work environment.
• Determine workflow, staffing levels, monitor equipment operations and maintenance, conduct safety training, all while fostering a work environment based on teamwork and cooperation.
• Provide monthly projection data and analysis. Review year-to-date and prior year budget data comparisons.
• Ensure facilities meet all Federal and State Regulations, OSHA and local requirements.
• Establish necessary procedures to ensure overall safety of employees, customers and visitors.
• Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of facility, equipment, and property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs.

• Bachelor's Degree (Civil Engineering preferred)
• 10–15 years of management experience
• Registered Civil Engineer (preferably in CA)
• Experience managing a solid waste system including landfills, transfer stations and composting facility.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other related state and federal regulations.
• Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to coach and develop subordinates.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with the general public and regulatory agencies as well as political contacts.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Master’s Degree (Business preferred)
• Previous experience in the solid waste and organics industry.
• Manager of Landfill Operations certification (SWANA MOLO).