At GFL Environmental, our vision is simple: Green For Life. As a General Manager II, you will play a critical leadership role in delivering that vision by running a high-impact waste and environmental services operation with full accountability for safety, people, performance, and profitability.

This role is ideal for a strong, hands-on leader who understands fleet-based operations, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and knows how to scale performance while maintaining GFL’s commitment to safety, sustainability, and customer service.

 

Key Responsibilities

As General Manager II, you will have full ownership of a multi-line business unit, including hauling, disposal, recycling, maintenance, sales, and customer experience.

Full P&L ownership, driving revenue growth, margin improvement, and cost discipline

Lead and develop management teams across operations, maintenance, sales, and admin

Champion GFL’s “Safety First” culture, ensuring compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and internal standards

Optimize fleet and operations, including routing efficiency, labor productivity, asset utilization, and uptime

Partner with Sales leadership to grow market share, retain key customers, and support municipal contracts

Drive operational excellence using KPIs, dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives

Serve as the local face of GFL, building relationships with municipalities, regulators, customers, and community partners

Build a strong leadership pipeline, coaching managers and preparing future leaders within GFL

Qualifications & Experience

7+ years of progressive leadership experience in waste management, environmental services, transportation, or logistics

Proven success leading large, frontline and management teams

Strong financial and business acumen, including P&L responsibility

Deep understanding of fleet maintenance, routing, safety, and regulatory compliance

Experience operating within a large, decentralized organization preferred

Strong communicator with the ability to lead change and drive accountability

🌱 Why GFL?

GFL Environmental is one of North America’s fastest-growing waste and environmental services companies. We combine the stability of a national organization with the entrepreneurial mindset of local operations.

In this role, you won’t just manage a site—you’ll lead a business, influence your community, and help shape GFL’s continued growth.

💼 What GFL OffersCompetitive base salary + annual incentive bonusComprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement plansCompany vehicle or vehicle allowance (where applicable)Career advancement within a rapidly growing organizationThe opportunity to make a meaningful environmental and community impact🚀 Join GFL. Green For Life.

If you’re a decisive, people-first leader with a passion for operational excellence and growth, GFL Environmental offers the platform, resources, and autonomy to take your career to the next level.

 

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