Area Fleet Director

Position Summary At GFL Environmental, the entrepreneurial spirit of our Green for Life team drives us to deliver safe, sustainable, and innovative environmental solutions across North America. We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Area Fleet Director to oversee regional fleet performance, asset utilization, and internal shop operations across our active branches and future acquisitions. In this high-impact role, you will champion operational excellence by spearheading data-driven financial analyses, managing monthly fleet P&Ls, and executing capital planning from procurement to asset retirement. Partnering closely with branch leadership and our transportation compliance and maintenance teams, you will enforce industry-leading safety standards and optimize preventive maintenance schedules. Above all, you will mentor a dedicated team of fleet professionals and collaborate with key vendors to identify cost synergies and continuously elevate service delivery. Join GFL to lead our fleet forward and make a lasting impact in the communities we proudly serve. Key Accountabilities Metrics Develops and implements detailed financial analysis and reporting by using analytical measurements and concepts to drive the highest level of performance through all levels of fleet operations in order to maximize efficiency and profitability. For all GFL locations in the current +-region/area, as well as any future acquisitions. Develops and manages monthly measurable metrics on fleet performance. Utilization. Internal shop performance. PM compliance. Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement. Safety and Compliance Work with transportation compliance team to set standards, identify targets, and develop/maintain policies to ensure continuing and increasing cost efficiencies, operational effectiveness, and safety. Ensure all vehicles and drivers comply with fleet safety, legal, and regulatory requirements. Manage the development and maintenance of fleet specific SOP database. Financials Participates in preparation of annual budgets. Participates in the development of regional business plans. Understand and manage monthly fleet P&L for all business units. Capital Management Identify possible maintenance reclasses and execute. Recommends capital projects for fleet improvements and new services. Manages the replacement and expansion of transportation assets. Assist in upcoming Fleet RFPs specifically OEM by completing all necessary analysis to award business. Assist in managing vehicle specification, selection, and procurement. Fleet Operations Oversee and manage all area/region fleet operations to ensure efficiency, safety, compliance. Manage accurate inventory of fleet assets. Manage and mentor the area fleet team. Fleet managers. Fleet support staff. Transport compliance staff. Internal shop operations. Works closely with branch and regional managers to ensure the transportation fleet meets the needs of GFL’s customers. Assist with development and integration of overarching GFL policies and procedures. Implement any new PM programs or procedures implemented by GFL. Ensure compliance with internal purchasing procedures and policies. Assist with identifying synergy opportunities and execution of new initiatives. Track and manage fleet PM compliance and inspection schedules. Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to reduce expenses. Establish and maintain relationships with key fleet vendors and service providers. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience. 5–8+ years of progressive fleet management experience, preferably within environmental services, waste management, heavy industrial, or commercial transportation sectors. 3+ years of leadership or people management experience, with a proven record of mentoring fleet managers, shop personnel, and compliance teams across mul…

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