Solid Waste Compliance Officer

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CAPosted 12 days ago

Role Overview

Regional District of Nanaimo is hiring a mid-level Solid Waste Compliance Officer. This is a full-time role in CA. posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Organization

Regional District of Nanaimo

Region

British Columbia

Application Deadline

July 17, 2026 before 16:00

Type

Permanent Full-Time

Description

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is seeking a permanent full-time Solid Waste Compliance Officer in the Solid Waste Services department.

As a Solid Waste Compliance Officer (SWCO), you will support the RDN’s waste diversion goals by promoting and enforcing compliance with Solid Waste Bylaws, programs, and policies. Based out of the Regional Landfill or Church Road Transfer Station, this role combines onsite inspections, investigations, and administrative follow-up to address non-compliance.

In This Role, You Will

Inspect inbound loads to ensure compliance with disposal requirements
Identify contamination and apply appropriate actions (education, warnings, surcharges, or fines)
Monitor licensed haulers and facilities for adherence to regulatory requirements
Investigate illegal dumping, determine responsibility, and coordinate clean-ups
Respond to complaints, gather evidence, and maintain compliance records

Overall, this role acts as an educator and enforcement officer, balancing engagement and knowledge sharing with the application of regulatory mechanisms to achieve compliance.

Requirements

Qualifications for this position include a high school diploma, post-secondary education of over two (2) years in a related field, plus three (3) years prior job-related experience in a local government setting with a minimum of one (1) year of experience in compliance and enforcement work. A Level 1 Bylaw Enforcement course is required along with possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Salary & Benefits

POSITION DETAILS

This is a permanent full-time (40 hours per week) Union position. Hours of work will vary and may include weekends. The (2026) rate of pay is $42.09 to $44.30. The position offers an attractive benefits package as provided within the collective agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.

To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca. Please quote 2024-2029 in the subject line of your email to ensure proper processing.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm on July 17, 2026.

http://rdn.bc.ca/employmentTo view the full description visit rdn.bc.ca/employment

Contact

Email: rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca

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Where is the Solid Waste Compliance Officer position at Regional District of Nanaimo located?

This position is based in CA. Regional District of Nanaimo has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Solid Waste Compliance Officer at Regional District of Nanaimo earn?

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When was the Solid Waste Compliance Officer role at Regional District of Nanaimo posted?

This role was posted on July 4, 2026 (12 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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