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Solid Waste Compliance Officer

Regional District of Nanaimo

Notice of Employment Opportunity
Solid Waste Compliance Officer


ABOUT THE ROLE
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.

QUALIFICATIONS
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.

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 View email address on civicjobs.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.

To view the full job description visit rdn.bc.ca/employment
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