landfill site engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Site Operations and Engineering Supervision
• Oversee and coordinate daily landfill operations including waste acceptance, spreading, compaction, and soil cover application.
• Ensure waste placement follows the approved filling plan and does not exceed design elevations or slope limits.
• Supervise construction and maintenance of landfill infrastructure such as roads, drainage canals, leachate collection and wastewater treatment facility, and gas venting systems.
• MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES POSITION INFORMATION JOB SUMMARY
• Monitor equipment performance and ensure proper allocation and maintenance of heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozers, compactors, dump trucks, excavators).
• Conduct daily site inspections to ensure adherence to design parameters and safety protocols.
• Implement corrective measures for operational issues such as ponding, slope instability, erosion, or leachate overflow. Environmental Compliance and Monitoring
• Oversee operation and maintenance of leachate collection and wastewater treatment facility and ensure proper disposal.
• Monitor gas venting systems to prevent odor and explosion hazards.
• Ensure compliance with DENR regulations, Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) conditions, and permit-to-operate requirements.
• Maintain daily and monthly records on waste volume, environmental monitoring, rainfall, leachate generation, and gas readings.
• Prepare technical and environmental compliance reports for submission to regulatory bodies and management. Construction, Maintenance, and Expansion Planning
• Assist in the design and development of new landfill cells, road networks, and support facilities.
• Supervise site construction works ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality control standards.
• Inspect and document the installation of liners, embankments, drainage systems, and other civil works.
• Participate in planning and implementing site rehabilitation and closure works.
• Conduct quantity estimates and prepare bill of materials for ongoing and future civil works. Safety and Risk Management
• Develop health and safety protocols and ensure implementation of site safety procedures, traffic management plans, and hazard control measures.
• Conduct toolbox meetings and coordinate with the Safety Officer to enforce occupational health and safety standards.
• Evaluate potential site risks (e.g., slope failure, flooding, fire incidents) and recommend preventive or mitigating actions.
• Develop and implement contingency plans or emergency measures in case of fire, flooding, or hazardous waste spills.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate incident investigations and corrective actions. Expense and Cost Management
• Monitor and manage daily operational expenses, ensuring proper use of materials, fuel, and consumables.
• Prepare and review budget estimates for site operations, maintenance, and infrastructure works.
• Track and validate fuel consumption, equipment rental hours, and manpower utilization for cost efficiency.
• Evaluate and recommend cost-saving measures while maintaining operational and environmental standards.
• Review and endorse procurement requests, petty cash disbursements, and material requisitions related to site activities.
• Support finance and procurement teams in verifying supplier billings, quotations, and purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate records of expenditures and submit regular cost reports to management. Documentation, Coordination, and Reporting
• Maintain up-to-date technical documentation of the landfill site.
• Coordinate Contractors, regulatory agencies, stakeholders and LGU representatives.
• Prepare and submit daily progress reports, weekly accomplishment reports, and monthly operations summaries.
• Support management in audits, inspections, and stakeholder visits.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, progress claims, and technical presentations as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Sanitary, Environmental Engineering related field.
• PRC License EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• At least 3 years of experience in landfill operations, waste management, or civil works projects (preferably in solid waste management facilities).
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office, and surveying tools.
• Strong understanding of landfill design principles, slope stability, drainage systems, and soil mechanics.
• Familiar with DENR regulations, RA 9003, and related environmental compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership and project coordination skills.
• Good communication and documentation abilities.
• Analytical, proactive, and capable of decision-making in field conditions.
• Willing to work on-site under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to supervise field personnel and manage multiple work fronts.

LOCATION: PAGATPAT, CAGAYAN DE ORO

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person