Foreman – environnement

Foreman – environnement

Public work department

Salary scale (pay grade 2) : 86388 $ à 123 534 $

Regular position – 38 hours per week

Schedule based on organizational needs

Summary description

Reporting to the division head, the person in this position plans, coordinates, supervises, and monitors daily activities related to fostering an environmental culture through initiatives, both within the Public Works Department and throughout the municipality. He or she ensures the quality of services provided to residents and compliance with environmental standards.

Main responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws, regulations, and requirements
• Monitor operations related to the recycling center, waste materials, collection, and landfill management
• Supervise work performed by subcontractors and implement any necessary corrections
• Develop work standards and methods relating to the collection and recovery of recyclable and compostable materials and waste management
• Develop, coordinate and supervise the work of students and the “green patrol” in carrying out the awareness campaign
• Ensure the health and safety of their team and enforce occupational health and safety (OHS) rules in their operations
• Maintain a regular presence in the field to visit residents, raise their awareness of environmental issues, and support them through these changes
• Represent the City with citizen groups, in schools or at information booths, by preparing presentations and leading meetings on environmental policies and programs
• Participate in developing environmental protection training and awareness programs
• Receive and process complaints and requests within their area of responsibility: resolve them, follow up on them, recommend appropriate preventive measures, and implement them
• Respond on-site, as needed, to environmental emergencies (spills, illegal dumping, etc.) to quickly assess the situation and propose the required measures
• Compile data, prepare reports and formulate recommendations related to site visits and issues identified in the field
• As needed, participate in drafting specifications and requests for proposals for contracts related to waste management, environmental studies, and the environmental reference line for citizens.