Manager, Environmental Management

Metrolinx; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager of Environmental Management to lead sustainable practices and ensure compliance with environmental legislation. This pivotal role involves developing and implementing strategies that promote sustainability while minimizing environmental impacts. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with a solid background in environmental management principles. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to connecting communities and enhancing transit solutions across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. If you're passionate about making a difference in environmental practices, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Inclusive Work Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in environmental science or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in environmental management.
• Advanced knowledge of environmental management principles and laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and implementation of environmental policies and practices.
• Track legislation to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Conduct environmental audits and site inspections for compliance.

Skills

Environmental Management

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Vendor Management

Communication Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification

Job description

Description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Rapid Transit Operations Environmental Assurance team is seeking a Manager, Environmental Management to provide leadership and direction to the development and implementation of environmental strategies, policies and programs that promote sustainable development, lessen environmental impacts and ensure all applicable legislative requirements are met.

What will I be doing?

• Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of policies, procedures and systems in relation to environmental and sustainable practices.
• Track and monitor legislation to ensure policies, procedures and operations are compliant and consistent.
• Assess and advise on the environmental impacts of proposed initiatives and identify appropriate actions to effectively address any issues arising from those assessments.
• Lead the development of performance measures to monitor progress against environmental strategies, objectives and performance targets.
• Identify key sustainability issues, develops and administers processes and procedures for assessing contractors’ legal and regulatory environmental compliance.
• Manage contractors’ environmental compliance with agreements, permits, regulations and reporting requirements by:
  • Conducting environmental audits, including assigned facilities, to ensure that proper procedures are identified and implemented
  • Conducting site inspections to monitor compliance with environmental standards, best practices, and reported mitigation requirements
  • Preparing reports, complete with root causes and action plans
• Administer environmental mitigation and reporting agreements and contracts, as applicable
• Coordinate environmental aspects of projects with internal groups and external agencies to meet governing / regulatory authority requirements.
• Ensure that current and future facilities (as applicable) adhere to environmental legislation and reporting standards.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in environmental science or a related discipline or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in environmental management.
• ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification would be an asset.
• Advanced knowledge of environmental management principles.
• Advanced knowledge of environmental laws, by-laws, regulations, standards, best practices, and reporting requirements, preferably within the transportation industry.
• Advanced audit skills and experience in developing audit programs, preparing audit plans and conducting environmental compliance and performance audits.
• Knowledge of environmental aspects of transportation industry, property and facility management.
• Analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills to execute strategic plans and policies that encompass a range of considerations and consultation with a range of stakeholders.
• Vendor and contract management, negotiation, and influencing skills to manage and oversee the work of contractors.
• Interpersonal and oral/written/presentation skills to communicate proposed policies and solutions through a variety of formats to several different audiences.
• A Valid Class “G” driver’s license in good standing is required for the role.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email [e-mail].

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policybefore submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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