This is a leadership-first role overseeing IT service and support for North American operations within the fast-paced Waste, Recycling sector. Reporting to the ITSS Director, the Regional IT Manager acts as the bridge between technology and frontline workers, ensuring diverse lines of business (collection, sorting, specialized treatment) remain connected and efficient. We are looking for a culture-builder who can unite a geographically dispersed team of IT technicians into a cohesive, high-performing unit.  Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Leadership &amp; Team Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a remote team of IT Technicians across multiple states. Responsibilities include fostering a "one team" culture, conducting regular 1-on-1s, performance coaching (setting KPIs), and leading the hiring process for new regional talent.</li><li>Strategic Operations: Manage the IT lifecycle for numerous facilities, including landfills, recycling centers, and corporate offices (Multi-Site Oversight). Partner with regional VPs and GMs to align IT initiatives with business goals and implement corporate IT standards across all sites.</li><li>Budget management and Projects: Under the direct supervision and strategic guidance of the ITSS Director, regional IT Manager will oversee OpEx and CapEx to ensure lean spending and budget alignment and also lead regional deployments of hardware, networking, and facility-specific technology.</li></ul>Candidate Profile<ul><li>People Skills: Exceptional ability to translate "tech-speak" for non-technical stakeholders and build trust with field staff.</li><li>Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Skilled in managing conflict, navigating change, and motivating remote employees.</li><li>Strategic Thinking: Capability to manage local site needs while maintaining a multinational organizational perspective.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Experience: 7+ years in IT, with at least 3+ years in a formal management or leadership role overseeing remote teams.</li><li>Industry Knowledge: Experience in heavy industry, logistics, or waste management is highly preferred.</li><li>Travel: Willingness to travel up to 40-50% to visit sites and engage with technicians face-to-face.</li><li>Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Management or equivalent field experience.</li></ul>Why Join Us?Join a multinational leader dedicated to sustainability, where technology is the engine of the business. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the autonomy to build a world-class regional IT organization. Important Note: This requires a "boots on the ground" leadership style; it is not a desk job at headquarters.  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.

Regional IT Manager

This is a leadership-first role overseeing IT service and support for North American operations within the fast-paced Waste, Recycling sector. Reporting to the ITSS Director, the Regional IT Manager acts as the bridge between technology and frontline workers, ensuring diverse lines of business (collection, sorting, specialized treatment) remain connected and efficient. We are looking for a culture-builder who can unite a geographically dispersed team of IT technicians into a cohesive, high-performing unit.  Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Leadership &amp; Team Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a remote team of IT Technicians across multiple states. Responsibilities include fostering a "one team" culture, conducting regular 1-on-1s, performance coaching (setting KPIs), and leading the hiring process for new regional talent.</li><li>Strategic Operations: Manage the IT lifecycle for numerous facilities, including landfills, recycling centers, and corporate offices (Multi-Site Oversight). Partner with regional VPs and GMs to align IT initiatives with business goals and implement corporate IT standards across all sites.</li><li>Budget management and Projects: Under the direct supervision and strategic guidance of the ITSS Director, regional IT Manager will oversee OpEx and CapEx to ensure lean spending and budget alignment and also lead regional deployments of hardware, networking, and facility-specific technology.</li></ul>Candidate Profile<ul><li>People Skills: Exceptional ability to translate "tech-speak" for non-technical stakeholders and build trust with field staff.</li><li>Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Skilled in managing conflict, navigating change, and motivating remote employees.</li><li>Strategic Thinking: Capability to manage local site needs while maintaining a multinational organizational perspective.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Experience: 7+ years in IT, with at least 3+ years in a formal management or leadership role overseeing remote teams.</li><li>Industry Knowledge: Experience in heavy industry, logistics, or waste management is highly preferred.</li><li>Travel: Willingness to travel up to 40-50% to visit sites and engage with technicians face-to-face.</li><li>Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Management or equivalent field experience.</li></ul>Why Join Us?Join a multinational leader dedicated to sustainability, where technology is the engine of the business. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the autonomy to build a world-class regional IT organization. Important Note: This requires a "boots on the ground" leadership style; it is not a desk job at headquarters.  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.

Regional IT Manager

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