Waste Coordinator

Position Summary

The Waste Coordinator supports the safe and compliant handling of all waste streams by bridging sales opportunities with day-to-day operational execution. This role is responsible for profiling waste coordinating logistics communicating with customers and internal teams and ensuring all regulatory documentation and approvals are completed accurately. Acting as the central link between Sales Operations and Customers the Coordinator ensures all waste is properly characterized approved scheduled and recorded in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Characterize and classify waste streams in accordance with provincial and federal regulations.

• Review SDSs analytical reports CSRs and other regulatory documents to ensure accurate waste profiling.

• Coordinate with disposal/treatment facilities to obtain waste approvals and ensure acceptance criteria are met.

• Schedule and dispatch transportation based on customer needs and facility capacity.

• Collaborate with Operations to align waste treatment methods incoming volumes and planning requirements.

• Support day-to-day field operations with documentation instructions and service coordination.

• Serve as the primary contact for customers regarding pickups deliveries waste requirements and service updates.

• Provide guidance on documentation regulatory obligations and waste acceptance processes.

• Resolve service issues or delays in a timely and professional manner.

• Ensure accurate and timely data entry in internal systems including customer setup and waste profiles.

• Generate operational compliance and management reports as requested.

• Other duties as required.

Experience Qualifications and Education

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education in environmental science environmental engineering chemistry or related field is an asset.

• 13 years of experience in waste management industrial services logistics coordination or a related field preferred.

• Class 5 drivers license and reliable transportation.

• Ability to interpret laboratory data and apply it to waste characterization and regulatory requirements.

• Knowledge of BC Hazardous Waste Regulation and Contaminated Sites Regulation is an asset.

• Proficiency with Google Workspace is an asset.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety and a Safety-focused attitude.

• Strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail in documentation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Strong organizational planning and problem-solving skills; project management abilities are an asset.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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