Temporary Corporate Waste Coordinator
The Corporate Waste Coordinator supports the Town’s sustainability goals by managing corporate waste programs, ensuring compliance with legislation, and advancing waste‑diversion initiatives. This role analyzes data, reviews development applications, contributes to policy development, and leads education and outreach efforts for staff and the community. The Coordinator also supports daily waste operations, provides expert guidance on emerging regulations, represents the Town on external committees, and delivers presentations to internal stakeholders.
Job Duties Include
- Monitor, analyze, and report corporate waste and diversion data.
- Implement the Corporate Waste Management Plan and facility waste‑reduction strategies.
- Deliver staff and community waste‑diversion initiatives.
- Support and implement sustainability and climate‑resilience plans.
- Research and recommend responses to policies and legislation.
- Lead project planning, data collection, and reporting.
- Review development applications for compliance with waste‑management standards.
- Represent the Town on committees and provide technical guidance to staff, elected officials, and the public.
- Prepare and present reports to Committees, Council, and Senior Management.
- Lead and participate in internal/external committees and respond to public and stakeholder inquiries.
- Coordinate outreach and education with Corporate Communications.
- Support budgeting, procurement, and grant applications.
- Track project progress and spending.
Qualifications/Skills
- Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum five (5) years’ relevant and current work experience, with a focus/specialization in municipal waste management, sustainability, climate change, or a combination of experience deemed equivalent.
- Demonstrated knowledge of municipal waste management processes, waste diversion practices, and relevant regulations is required.
- Environmental Professional (EP), Certified Waste Auditor (CWA) and/or other waste management certification an asset.
- Knowledge of municipal waste‑management practices, relevant legislation, and provincial/federal policy frameworks.
- Strong communication skills, including clear writing and effective presentations.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse groups.
- Advanced problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
- Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting opportunity, go to www.ajax.ca/careers and apply by 11:59 p.m. on February 27, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.
