Senior Building Inspector

The Corporation of the Town of Whitby; Whitby; Hybrid; CAD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and retirement plan

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

The Town of Whitby is seeking a Senior Building Inspector to perform legislated inspections under the Ontario Building Code and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and by-laws. You will report to the Supervisor of Building Inspections and inspect Part 9 and Part 3 buildings while coordinating with multiple departments and external agencies.

We offer a hybrid/mobile hybrid work arrangement, a salary range of $42.66-$53.38 hourly, and a 35-hour work week with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Architecture, Architectural/Engineering Technology or related discipline.
• Familiar with Part 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11 and Alternative Solutions of the Ontario Building Code; minimum 3 years directly related experience.
• Qualifications per the Ontario Building Code in General/Legal processes, House Small Buildings, Large Buildings, Building Services, Building Structural, Complex Building Plumbing (House), HVAC (House).
• Valid Province of Ontario Class 'G' Driver's Licence and eligibility for Town’s Safe Driver Program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections for Part 9 and/or Part 3 buildings and general inspections (footing, back fill, framing, insulation, final).
• Coordinate approvals from other departments and outside agencies.
• Investigate unsafe conditions related to fire, explosions, wind and/or vehicular damage.
• Issue compliance orders under the Building Act Code.
• Review drawings with site supervisor.
• Consult with engineers and architects to resolve on-site issues.
• Review test and site reports.
• Prepare and maintain accurate files and records of inspections.
• Assist clients with inquiries concerning the Ontario Building Code.
• Assess building code complaints to ensure compliance.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Architecture/Engineering Technology related diploma or degree

Tools

AMANDA

MS Office

Job description

Our team is highly skilled, passionate about our community, and we care. Let’s grow together. Who We Are In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes. The Town of Whitby is a community in transformation that is located in the heart of Durham Region in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Whitby is the second-largest municipality in the region and one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. Located on Lake Ontario and only an hour east of Toronto, the population of Whitby is expected to grow from 140,000 to more than 200,000 by 2031. Whitby’s Official Plan has been updated to establish new directions for Whitby’s planned growth and development; the protection of our natural and built environments; urban design intensification; sustainability; community improvement; and, new employment within this time frame. The Town of Whitby combines a small town atmosphere with the sophistication and amenities of a larger urban centre. Whitby boasts two beautiful heritage downtowns, one of the finest recreational harbours with an award-winning marina, year round sports and recreation activities, parks, trails, and a robust arts and culture scene, all of which are part of the extraordinary amenities that Whitby residents enjoy every day. Whitby has an exciting and aspiring future, with a community that is welcoming, growing and transforming. On our team, you can expect to make a difference through your work and have a direct impact on shaping our growing community. Creating an inclusive environment where employees experience job satisfaction and have rewarding careers is important to us. We live our values and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, respect and engagement where people enjoy coming to work. The Town of Whitby is a hybrid organization. This means staff are empowered to do their best work from various locations, as appropriate for the position. We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community. Let’s grow together.

What You Will Get To Do

The successful candidate will have a positive impact on our corporate culture by demonstrating the Town’s CARE core values (Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Engaged) through daily interactions with individuals at all levels of the organization, external contacts and elected officials. By effectively building positive rapport and relationships both internally and externally, the successful candidate will help us achieve our mission that together we deliver services that make a difference in our community. Reporting to, and under the direction of, the Supervisor of Building Inspections, the Senior Building Inspector is responsible for performing legislated building inspections required by the Ontario Building Code while ensuring compliance with all applicable Laws, Town By-laws and the Ontario Building Code.

• Conducting inspections for Part 9 and/or Part 3 buildings as well as general inspections (footing, back fill, framing, insulation, and final);
• Coordinating approvals from other departments and outside agencies;
• Investigating unsafe conditions related to, but not limited to fire, explosions wind and/or vehicular damage;
• Issuing compliance orders under the Building Act Code;
• Reviewing drawings with site supervisor;
• Consulting with external clients such as engineers and architects to resolve on-site issues;
• Reviewing test and site reports;
• Preparing and maintaining accurate files and records of inspections;
• Assisting clients with inquiries concerning the Ontario Building Code;
• Assessing building code complaints to ensure compliance;
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Who You Are

Our Building Services team is looking for an enthusiastic, solutions-oriented team player, with strong work ethic. You are self-motivated, self-starting and utilize a proactive approach to work, while modelling positive and professional behaviour. You value partnerships. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills coupled with your experience enables you to skillfully build, establish and maintain positive working relationships. You demonstrate tact, diplomacy and sound discretion when working with a broad range of partners. You bring to the team your strong reasoning, analytical, numerical, research and presentation skills. You solve problems by identifying, gathering and processing relevant information. Using your knowledge and experience in the field allows you to navigate through difficult interpersonal situations in a positive manner. You demonstrate adeptness in conflict resolution and approach situations with the goal to improve communication, diffuse tension, resolve problems and build effective working relationships with all stakeholders.

What You Bring To Our Team

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in Architecture, Architectural/Engineering Technology or a related discipline;
• Familiar with Part 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11 and Alternative Solutions of the Ontario Building Code a minimum of three (3) years directly related experience;
• Qualification(s) as per the Ontario Building Code in the categories of: General/Legal processes, House Small Buildings, Large Buildings, Building Services, Building Structural, Complex Building Plumbing (House), HVAC (House);
• Working at Heights certification;
• Basic level proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and AMANDA;
• Valid Province of Ontario Class 'G' Driver's Licence and qualify for the Town’s Safe Driver Program criteria; this position drives a fleet vehicle.

What We Offer You

• Benefits and retirement plan offered in accordance to Corporate programs and/or the applicable Collective Agreement.
• A hybrid work environment and flexible work arrangements where employees are empowered to do their best work in the way that works for them. This is designated as a Mobile Hybrid role. Mobile Hybrid recognizes that approximately 50% of job functions associated with the role are done from a Town vehicle. Some work not completed from a Town vehicle can be done remotely. Further details on these programs will be discussed through the selection process.
• Salary Range/Hourly rate: $42.66 - $53.38
• Hybrid information: Mobile Hybrid
• Hours: Current shift schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 35 hours per week. Hours of work may be subject to change, shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.

Closing Date: October 20, 2026

AI Disclosure

The Town of Whitby confirms that artificial intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At the Town of Whitby, we view holistic inclusion as the pathway to achieving healthy relationships, inclusive excellence and fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We acknowledge our history—the good and the bad, promote social justice and address discrimination and inequities. We strive to create a workplace that encourages you to always bring your authentic self to work.

The Town of Whitby is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation

The Town of Whitby is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

In Whitby, we are dedicated to our work, our community, and each other. We work hard, we have fun, and we celebrate our successes. Our employees are collaborative, accountable, respectful and engaged. We want to be the preferred employer for the most talented people who care about the Town of Whitby, and are excited and proud to serve our vibrant community.