About the role

Senior Specialist overseeing Ontario’s Common Collection System for Circular Materials, a national producer responsibility organization. Improving recycling operations, contracts, compliance, recovery and service delivery.

Responsibilities

Support the effective operation, oversight and continuous improvement of Ontario’s Common Collection System, focusing on the City of Toronto and Peel Region
Ensure contractual, operational and regulatory requirements are met across participating partners, including the CCS Operator (RLG) and service providers
Liaise with the CCS Operator, City of Toronto, Peel Region and service providers regarding agreements, regulatory obligations, day-to-day operations, change orders and issues
Identify opportunities for improved material recovery, cost savings, service delivery, process improvements and pilot projects
Document and share findings and help develop new best practices
Provide support to other Eligible Communities in Ontario as required
Develop subject matter expertise in requirements associated with Ontario Regulation 391/21
Develop deep understanding of Master Services Agreements and Statements of Work
Prepare accurate, timely and data-driven reports, including field service activity reports
Collaborate with CM Post Collection and Material Quality and Innovation teams
Support project management tasks and deliverables for the CCS team and Manager of the Common Collection System – ON
Attend events and third-party meetings as necessary

Residency in Ontario, Canada
Bachelor’s degree, college diploma or equivalent management experience in a related field is required
4+ years' experience working in a regulated environment related to recycling collection systems, including contracts, operating standards, performance metrics and performance outcomes
Knowledge of procurement and contract management processes
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Visio, SharePoint, Teams, Excel and Jira
Proven experience managing competing priorities with multiple stakeholders
Excellent attention to detail, planning and execution skills
Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
Experience working with senior executives, service providers and municipal representatives
Ability to work in a dynamic environment where change, growth and innovation are constant
Professional judgment and decision-making skills
Ability to creatively solve problems
Ability to translate technical information into factual and understandable messages
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required
Experience and/or knowledge of First Nations consulting and contracting practices and processes would be considered an asset