Be Part of the Climate Solution
We work on the frontlines of climate change everyday as we look for ways to reduce our impact on the planet. Waste reduction is just as important as clean energy.
Job Openings
You can find job opportunities at RCBC and at our member organizations in one convenient place – check out the job posts below!
Operations Manager, Information Services at RCBC
The Recycling Council of BC is looking for an Operations Manager to lead our Information Services team. If you are an experienced operations professional who loves systems, enjoys using data to tell stories and wants to leverage those passions to support a Circular Economy in BC, then this is the job for you.
The deadline for applications is October 6, 2024 at 11:59pm.
About you
You care about the environment and creating a more just and sustainable world. You’re a strong manager who likes working with people and supporting them to do their best. An excellent communicator, you enjoy creating systems and building relationships with our partners and clients. You know how to use technology to amplify the good work of an organization. You are a steady hand at coaching teams through change and growth.
About RCBC
The Recycling Council of British Columbia (RCBC) facilitates the exchange of ideas and knowledge that enable efficient solutions to eliminate waste. Founded in 1974, RCBC is Canada’s longest serving recycling council, but its mandate goes beyond just recycling. We are an organization that envisions building the circular economy in BC as our foundational strategic principle. As part of its mission, RCBC provides information to the public about pollution prevention, recycling, and waste reduction. Each year, RCBC’s Information Services staff answer more than 200,000 enquiries through various channels including phone, email, chat, our online search, and our app.
About the Job
The Operations Manager will lead a strong and dedicated team of Environmental Advisors who run our Information Services program. The Operations Manager will be responsible for all program planning, organizing, operating, and staffing. You will review on an ongoing basis the services being offered and develop new programs as needs emerge. You are tech savvy and work to improve our systems continuously. Working with the Executive Director and the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the program aspects of the annual budget and associated fundraising.
For more information and application details, please see the job description linked below.
Communications and Engagement Specialist
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Comox Strathcona Waste Management
CSWM is seeking a Communications and Engagement Specialist (Specialist) to join their Solid Waste team.
The closing date for this position is August 26, 2024 at 3:00 pm.
Work Culture
We care about the links between waste creation (from extraction to manufacture to disposal) and its impacts on human health and our planet’s ecology.
We are part of a wide ranging movement to move to a circular economy and create a more just and sustainable world.
We are inclusive and accepting, committed and passionate, and we’d love to hear from you!
Four Reasons to work in Waste Management and Reduction
Waste management and reduction may be behind the scenes, but it plays an increasingly important role in our everyday lives.
Growing Field
Recycling and reuse create at least 9 times more jobs than landfills and incinerators, and opportunities in waste management continue to grow.
Make a Difference
Any position in waste reduction can make a difference in your local community – whether it’s sorting recycling, writing a solid waste management plan, repairing bicycles, or educating the public.
Variety
There are a variety of positions from entry-level to senior management, and employers include a range of governments, businesses, and non-profit societies. Positions call for a range of skills, and there are countless ways to start your career in this field.