Planner (11682)

Toronto Transit Commission (TTC); Ontario; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A public transit authority in Ontario is seeking a Planner specialized in asset management. The role involves conducting forecasting analysis and managing projects related to the maintenance of transit infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in engineering or a related field, alongside significant project management experience within the transit industry. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, with a commitment to equity and inclusion.

Benefits

Defined Pension Plan

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in asset management principles and tools.
• Experience in infrastructure analysis and planning.
• Proficiency in using project management software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forecasting and asset lifecycle analysis.
• Implement new policies and collaborate with staff.
• Coordinate cross-departmental projects and ensure compliance.

Skills

Specialized expertise and knowledge

Project management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in engineering or related discipline

Project management experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Overview

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 11682

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Plant Maintenance (20000007) - Plant Maintenance-Department Head & Staf (30000456)

Salary Information: $96,460.00 - $120,611.40

Pay Scale Group: 9SA

Employment Type: Regular (On-Site)

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday & Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: September 18, 2025

Last Day to Apply: September 24, 2025

Reports to: Head - Plant Maintenance

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system, has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides.

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

Do you have forecasting analysis experience related to asset management? We are looking for a Planner to join our team!

What You Will Do

Join us in shaping the future through data-driven asset and lifecycle analysis. This position is responsible for continually assessing the relevance of the various tools, processes, methodologies and reporting practices under TTC’s asset management strategy and recommending and implementing changes as necessary to reflect the changing dynamics in our Plant Maintenance Department.

In this role, you'll be instrumental in forecasting, supporting departmental planning, and preparing key reports and communications. You'll lead the implementation of new policies and systems and collaborate closely with staff and unionized employees to drive initiatives forward. Your work will involve coordinating cross-departmental projects, maintaining detailed project logs, and ensuring compliance with safety and audit standards.

This role involves supporting the oversight of operations, budgets, and asset management for ongoing repair and rehabilitation projects. You'll collaborate across cost centers to align service levels, optimize resource allocation, and manage competing stakeholder needs. Key responsibilities include planning and scheduling initiatives with consideration for operational constraints, resolving resource conflicts, and enhancing service delivery timelines. You'll also lead efforts in implementing asset management technologies like MAXIMO LAM and GIS, prepare production schedules, and maintain status reports. Acting as a liaison across departments, you'll ensure documentation aligns with corporate goals and contribute to continuous improvement in business practices related to preventative and corrective maintenance. You will also participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

As a TTC employee you are responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (if applicable and within their area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service provider and an employer and you will also be participating in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Maintain documentation and historical records
• Audit systems, processes, and products
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Manage projects

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Your educational background will consist of a degree in engineering or a related discipline, backed by real-world project management experience in the construction sector.
• Your application will demonstrate that you have project planning and asset management experience in the transit and municipal industry.
• Experience with asset management principles and theories, along with demonstrated asset management experience and tools.
• Asset management experience in preventative and corrective maintenance within the railway/transportation industry along with industry accepted training courses.
• Experience in the analysis of infrastructure, infrastructure planning and its operations including forecasting analysis.
• Technical knowledge of the transit infrastructure network and associated construction/repair activities, and knowledge of Capital and Operating budgeting process are assets.
• Knowledge of asset management principles, infrastructure and rehabilitation methods.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies (e.g. Occupational Health & Safety Act, environmental compliance, etc)
• Strong organizational, administrative, interpersonal, verbal communications, and technical report writing skills.
• Sound judgement; strong analytical, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate the efforts of others to accomplish objectives.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, including the MS Office Suite, MS Project scheduling software applications, database concepts and advanced use of spreadsheet automation.
• Possession of a valid, non-probationary, Class “G” or better Province of Ontario Driver’s License is considered an asset.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at [phone]. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.