Advisor, Waste Management Strategies
Current• Provides subject matter expertise on upcoming regulations, emerging technologies, pilot projects, and reporting emissions and KPI data to support division and ensure projects are completed on time and budget. • Actively supports development of regional waste management policies and bylaws that contribute to waste diversion and climate change targets and reports on targets and other updates to Regional and Municipal Council. • Continually researches opportunities to implement innovative climate technologies, including electric and hydrogen-electric vehicles.• Reviews and assesses leading waste management technology innovations, policies, and regulations, to ensure current and future programs lead diversion and compliance requirements,• Manages multiple projects, including developing and reviewing procurement documentation, contract management, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. • Supported analysis and development of strategies for EPR in Ontario and multiple waste diversion and reduction targets. • Led division through contingency planning for multiple threats to service disruption, including labour negotiations, staff shortages, and corporate transitions. • Developed and implemented a comprehensive divisional health and safety program, compliant with Ontario Health and Safety Act (OHSA) regulations for 250 staff, collaborating with senior leaders and business partners. • Led completion of 209 Job Hazard Assessments across division, supporting 9 JHA teams and approving all completed JHAs and risk registries.