Sustainability Operations Specialist Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 51548)

Description

Join the City of Edmonton as a Sustainability Operations Specialist!

As a key operational leader in the Sustainable Waste Processing (SWP) portfolio, you will report to the General Supervisor of Organics & Recycling and ensure efficient, compliant, and safe waste processing at the Edmonton Waste Management Centre (EWMC). You'll oversee unionized staff and contractors, translate strategic objectives into action, verify in-field work, and ensure alignment with contracts, operations, and environmental standards. This role is vital in maximizing resource recovery, achieving waste diversion targets, and contributing to the City's sustainability goals. You will also act as a liaison between internal stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies, fostering accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

What will you do?

• Lead waste processing operations by ensuring efficient execution, on-site management, resource optimization, safety compliance, and team performance
• Administer contracts, manage claims, and mitigate contractual risks for over $500M worth of Waste Processing Contracts. This involves reviewing and approving progress claims, managing change orders, ensuring contractor adherence to engineering specifications and performance standards, and resolving contractual issues and disputes 
• Provide engineering expertise for the operation and optimization of waste processing facilities and equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational requirements. This involves developing and authenticating Professional Work Products (PWPs) such as technical performance reports, design reviews, site inspection findings, and process optimization strategies and applying engineering expertise to improve material flow efficiency, energy recovery, and system reliability
• Manage contractor relationships, collaborate with internal stakeholders (such as Engineering, Finance, and Safety teams), and ensure regulatory compliance. This includes acting as the primary point of contact for contractor leadership, resolving conflicts, and engaging with regulatory bodies  
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) (such as throughput, downtime, and safety performance), implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency and resource recovery rates, and ensure alignment with sustainability goals. This involves analyzing operational data, developing and implementing strategic improvements, and staying informed on emerging technologies and industry trends