Job Title: Administrative AssistantLocation: Sault Ste. Marie, ON Shift: Monday to Friday (8 - 4 with flexibility as hours may vary)<h1>About GFL Environmental</h1>At GFL Environmental, green is more than just our color—it’s our commitment. As North America’s 4th largest environmental services company, we provide comprehensive waste management, liquid waste, and infrastructure solutions. We operate in a fast-paced, high-energy industrial environment where every day brings a new challenge and a new opportunity to excel.<h1>The Opportunity</h1>We are seeking a sharp, highly organized, and resilient Administrative Assistant to serve as the operational backbone of our Sault Ste. Marie site.This isn't a slow-paced desk job. You will work closely with site and regional leadership to keep our daily operations running smoothly. From managing payroll data and operational tracking reports to tackling ad-hoc operational projects, you will be the go-to person who keeps the branch organized, accountable, and moving forward.If you thrive under pressure and take pride in owning your workflow, this is the role for you.<h1>What You’ll Do </h1><ul><li>Operational &amp; Executive Support: Provide administrative support to site leadership, managing working files, correspondence, and daily operational priorities.</li><li>Reporting &amp; Tracking: Prepare and distribute key operational tracking reports (e.g., Roll-Off Trend Reports, Fuel Usage, Commodity Reports, and inventory metrics).</li><li>Light Project Coordination: Take ownership of administrative sub-projects, coordinating meetings, training workshops, and site initiatives from start to finish.</li><li>Payroll &amp; Finance Support: Assist with the timely and accurate submittal of payroll timesheets, process branch invoices/POs, and support basic general ledger entries.</li><li>Document &amp; Safety Compliance: Maintain digital and physical contracts, bids, and proposals in accordance with company policy, while assisting with safety record maintenance.</li><li>Branch Logistics: Manage incoming/outgoing mail, manage office supplies, and provide occasional customer service support for local branch needs as required.</li><li>Additional Duties: Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership. </li></ul><h3></h3><h1>What We’re Looking For</h1><ul><li>Proven Administrative Experience: 2+ years in an administrative, office coordination, or operational support role (experience in logistics, industrial, construction, or transport industries is a major plus).</li><li>Project &amp; Priority Management: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, reprioritize on the fly, and manage shifting deadlines.</li><li>Resilience &amp; Thick Skin: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on industrial environment alongside dynamic leadership.</li><li>Agility &amp; Responsiveness: High ownership mindset with the flexibility to handle urgent operational requests as they arise.</li><li>Tech-Savvy: Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfortable adapting to new ERP/payroll systems.</li><li>Integrity &amp; Professionalism: High degree of ethics, confidentiality, and sound judgment when handling sensitive business data.</li></ul><h3></h3><h1>What We Offer</h1><ul><li>Competitive annual salary.</li><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefit coverage.</li><li>Stable, full-time year-round employment with a growing industry leader.</li><li>Opportunity for growth and career advancement within the GFL network.  </li></ul>#GFLTalent  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 <a href="mailto:myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com">myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com</a> Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada the United States, GFL&rsquo;s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers. We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements. At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.

Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Administrative AssistantLocation: Sault Ste. Marie, ON Shift: Monday to Friday (8 - 4 with flexibility as hours may vary)<h1>About GFL Environmental</h1>At GFL Environmental, green is more than just our color—it’s our commitment. As North America’s 4th largest environmental services company, we provide comprehensive waste management, liquid waste, and infrastructure solutions. We operate in a fast-paced, high-energy industrial environment where every day brings a new challenge and a new opportunity to excel.<h1>The Opportunity</h1>We are seeking a sharp, highly organized, and resilient Administrative Assistant to serve as the operational backbone of our Sault Ste. Marie site.This isn't a slow-paced desk job. You will work closely with site and regional leadership to keep our daily operations running smoothly. From managing payroll data and operational tracking reports to tackling ad-hoc operational projects, you will be the go-to person who keeps the branch organized, accountable, and moving forward.If you thrive under pressure and take pride in owning your workflow, this is the role for you.<h1>What You’ll Do </h1><ul><li>Operational &amp; Executive Support: Provide administrative support to site leadership, managing working files, correspondence, and daily operational priorities.</li><li>Reporting &amp; Tracking: Prepare and distribute key operational tracking reports (e.g., Roll-Off Trend Reports, Fuel Usage, Commodity Reports, and inventory metrics).</li><li>Light Project Coordination: Take ownership of administrative sub-projects, coordinating meetings, training workshops, and site initiatives from start to finish.</li><li>Payroll &amp; Finance Support: Assist with the timely and accurate submittal of payroll timesheets, process branch invoices/POs, and support basic general ledger entries.</li><li>Document &amp; Safety Compliance: Maintain digital and physical contracts, bids, and proposals in accordance with company policy, while assisting with safety record maintenance.</li><li>Branch Logistics: Manage incoming/outgoing mail, manage office supplies, and provide occasional customer service support for local branch needs as required.</li><li>Additional Duties: Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership. </li></ul><h3></h3><h1>What We’re Looking For</h1><ul><li>Proven Administrative Experience: 2+ years in an administrative, office coordination, or operational support role (experience in logistics, industrial, construction, or transport industries is a major plus).</li><li>Project &amp; Priority Management: Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, reprioritize on the fly, and manage shifting deadlines.</li><li>Resilience &amp; Thick Skin: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on industrial environment alongside dynamic leadership.</li><li>Agility &amp; Responsiveness: High ownership mindset with the flexibility to handle urgent operational requests as they arise.</li><li>Tech-Savvy: Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and comfortable adapting to new ERP/payroll systems.</li><li>Integrity &amp; Professionalism: High degree of ethics, confidentiality, and sound judgment when handling sensitive business data.</li></ul><h3></h3><h1>What We Offer</h1><ul><li>Competitive annual salary.</li><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefit coverage.</li><li>Stable, full-time year-round employment with a growing industry leader.</li><li>Opportunity for growth and career advancement within the GFL network.  </li></ul>#GFLTalent  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 <a href="mailto:myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com">myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com</a> Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

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