Working Foreperson

Transform Tomorrow: Choose a Career in Waste & Recycling Services

Celebrating 30 years of excellence, Acden Environment is proud to be one of the largest providers of waste, recycling, and landfill services in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. At our core, we are people and solutions-driven, committed to creating a sustainable future for our community. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and eager to grow in a dynamic industry, we invite you to be part of our dedicated team. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a company that values innovation, teamwork, and environmental stewardship. Apply now and be a part of our legacy of success and service!

Position/Term: Permanent / Local Position (Non-Camp/Non-FIFO)

Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta

Work Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off; 12-hour day shifts

Posting Closes: This posting closes on Sunday, Sep 20, 2026, at 11:59pm MT or until a suitable candidate is found.

What’s in it for me?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive wage and overtime.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Immediate enrollment in our group benefits plan, including health, dental, vision, disability insurance, and life insurance.

• RRSP Contribution Matching Program: Start shaping your future with immediate enrollment of Acden's matching program.

• Employee and Family Assistance Program: We care about your well-being.

• Training and Development: Access our fund program to enhance your skills.

• Community Engagement: Participate in Acden’s various community, family-oriented, and holiday events.

• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts provided by Acden and Perkopolis.

• Work/Life Balance: Our flexible schedule allows you to maintain a healthy balance between work and life.

What I will be doing?

• Communicate with site contacts and dispatch operators accordingly (cover dispatch duties on weekends).

• Conduct daily toolbox meetings.

• Conduct site safety meetings.

• Ensure all employees are properly orientated as required by Acden and the client.

• Ensure all necessary training, including operations and safety are completed and remain current.

• Responsible for responding to all emergency situations involving staff on site such as accidents, spills.

• Closely monitor and track productivity, driver behaviour and demeanor.

• Operate light duty pick up, roll off, frontload trucks, lugger and tractor trailers as needed.

• Responsible for the inspection of waste to ensure compliance with the prepared Waste Disposal Permit and with the client's procedures for all waste streams.

• Adhere to the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and 14001:2015 in carrying out all operational activities.

• Meets all deadlines as requested by Assistant Operations Manager or designate.

What does Acden need from me?

• Valid Class One (1) or minimum Class Three (3) driver's licence is required.

• Minimum three (3) years of professional driving experience.

• Ability to successfully complete a driver's evaluation in Fort McMurray.

• Maintain complete and thorough understanding of Alberta Environment and Protection Act.

• Have a "safety-first" attitude.

What are the "nice to haves":

• Minimum two (2) years of previous Acden work experience is an asset.

• Maintaining Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification is an asset.

• Valid OSSA Oil Sands, CSTS-09 or OSSA BSO/CSO certification is an asset.

Acden is 100% community-owned by the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation. Acden’s success contributes directly to economic reconciliation and the independence of ACFN, helping to deliver strategic programs identified by the Nation that support health, housing, education, well-being, culture and language revitalization, job creation and sustainability.

We welcome and encourage applicants to voluntarily self-identify if they are members of a Canadian Indigenous Group. This information supports our commitment to diversity and inclusion within our workforce. If you are a member of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation (ACFN), we also invite you to specify your membership. Your disclosure will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.