solid waste processing operations planning manager
About the company
Chilliwack is a rapidly growing and vibrant community of over 100,000, located 100 kilometers east of Vancouver. Situated in the beautiful Fraser Valley, Chilliwack offers an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Our municipality takes great pride in our focus on providing excellent service to our citizens and protecting our natural resources, and we are looking for a like-minded person to join our team. The City of Chilliwack is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the full-time position of Senior Environmental Specialist (Landfill Systems Operator).
Your tasks
The successful candidate will be working as part of a team responsible for the development and delivery of environmental programs. The role?s primary responsibility will be the operation, maintenance and expansion of the landfill gas system at the Bailey Sanitary Landfill. You will also assist with other solid waste and landfill-related duties. You will be required to perform well balancing, monitor the performance of the landfill gas collection system and flare, troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise, supervise the work of consultants and contractors, prepare procurement documents and reports, oversee capital projects, and assist in budgeting and long-term planning.
Requirements
- Successful completion of a technician Diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution in a directly related field (eg. Power Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Gas Processing) or equivalent diploma and experience in operating landfill gas collection, flaring and/or utilization systems (mechanical/control systems) and working with explosive gases.
- Applicants with comparable experience working with mechanical systems in the oil and gas sector may be considered.
- Eligible for registration with ASTTBC or equivalent professional organization.
- Certification in the Solid Waste Association of North America's (SWANA) Manager of Landfill Operations (MOLO) and LFG Operation courses is an asset.
- Good knowledge of regulations and engineering principles/practices relating to municipal solid waste and landfill gas.
- Able to apply Project Management methodologies and tools to scope, procure and oversee projects.
- Able to interpret engineering drawings and perform engineering computations.
- Strong communication skills and able to prepare well-written technical reports.
- Must be in possession of a valid B.C. Driver's Licence.
What we offer
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package for this unionized position, and a great work environment. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $54.29 (2026 rate)
How to apply
Job Title: Senior Environmental Specialist - Landfill Systems Operator (Full Time) Competition Number: 2026-91 Closing Date: November 26, 2026 at 4:30 pm