Recycling and Waste Management Specialist (St. Thomas)

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We love our cars, but it’s the people behind them who make them what they are. To market, sell, and service great cars, we need great people. That’s why at Volkswagen Group Canada, we are passionate about our cars and our brand and foster this same passion and drive in our people.

Our mission has started. Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory in St. Thomas will carry out all battery activities – from processing raw materials to developing a unified Volkswagen battery to managing the European and North American gigafactories. Our goal is to contribute a positive impact to our global society, the environment and the economy. To reach these goals we need your POWER!

We are looking for a Recycling and Waste Management Specialist based out of the St. Thomas, Ontario office.

As a Recycling and Waste Management Specialist, you will lead the implementation of global waste management plans, ensuring efficient handling, transportation, and disposal of waste in compliance with regulatory standards. This role combines strategic and operational responsibilities, including developing waste management processes, conducting audits, and managing relationships with disposal companies.

This is a flex hybrid model, requiring 2 days in the St. Thomas office.*

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan the implementation of the global waste management concept and adapt it to local needs.
• Develop waste center layouts and processes in collaboration with the Planning Department.
• Plan the implementation of waste handling, transportation, and storage solutions to local needs.
• Conduct audits of disposal companies, including preparation, implementation, and follow-up.
• Scout and evaluate potential disposal partners to support business objectives.
• Manage ongoing relationships with disposal companies, ensuring alignment with technical and operational standards.
• Provide regular reports contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement working groups.
• Manage contracts with third parties for the disposal of specific waste streams (e.g., canteen waste, packaging waste).
• Maintain electronic records of waste disposal certificates from disposal companies.
• Verify invoices for transportation and disposal costs.
• Conduct testing in accordance with the Commercial Waste Ordinance and lead audits, including preparation and follow-up.
• Adaptation of digital systems based on local requirements.
• Serve as the contact person for authorities, disposal companies, and forwarding agents.
• Ensure compliance with local waste management regulations.
• Oversee tendering processes for disposal contracts covering industrial and other waste types.

Desired Skills:

• Undergraduate Degree in Environmental Science, Waste Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in waste management, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and efficient disposal practices within industrial or corporate settings.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with management, cross-functional teams, external partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Familiarity with technical auditing processes and compliance standards for waste disposal and recycling partners.
• Strong knowledge of waste management technologies, disposal companies, materials handling, and sustainability practices.
• Proven ability to implement and optimize waste management processes within an operational setting.
• Experience managing complex, cross-border waste management projects under time constraints.
• Proficiency in business English; additional language skills, particularly in German or Mandarin, are advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and waste management software.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally up to 30%, including potential trips to Europe and Asia.

What you’ll get in return:

• A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
• Opportunities for development
• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
• Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package
• And much more!

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you soon.

*This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site. However, please note all hybrid work arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions of our hybrid work policy as may be amended from time to time.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, or local laws.

Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee.