Environmental Compliance & Programs Leader, Rail Infra

Ontario Northland; Englehart; On-site; CAD 128,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Paid vacation

Personal leave days

Discounted transportation

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

Ontario Northland in Englehart seeks a Senior Manager to lead environmental compliance, sustainability and GIS programs, ensuring adherence to environmental legislation and permits while guiding a multidisciplinary team. The role supports governance, due diligence and continuous improvement across ONTC operations.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, resource planning, and stakeholder engagement with regulators, Indigenous communities and municipalities, delivering practical,

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in regulatory compliance or related field as listed.
• 10+ years of progressive regulatory compliance, governance or environmental management experience.
• 5+ years leading compliance programs, audits and stakeholder relations.
• Experience in railway/regulated environments is an asset.
• Relevant professional designations or certifications are assets.
• Strong knowledge of compliance, governance, risk, auditing and environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead ONTC's environmental compliance, sustainability and GIS programs in line with legislation and corporate commitments.
• Monitor regulatory requirements, manage environmental risks, and coordinate submissions and approvals.
• Provide leadership and oversight to Environmental, Sustainability and GIS staff, including budgeting and performance management.
• Develop and maintain environmental policies, procedures and governance processes.
• Serve as senior advisor on environmental matters to leadership, regulators and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

4-year degree in Regulatory Compliance, Law/Legal Studies, Public Administration, Governance, Risk Management, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Science, Geography, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS oversight systems

Job description

Ontario Northland in Englehart seeks a Senior Manager to lead environmental compliance, sustainability and GIS programs, ensuring adherence to environmental legislation and permits while guiding a multidisciplinary team. The role supports governance, due diligence and continuous improvement across ONTC operations.

The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, resource planning, and stakeholder engagement with regulators, Indigenous communities and municipalities, delivering practical,