Environmental Advisor - Toronto, Canada - Toronto Transit Commission

Toronto Transit Commission

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 7300

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department:
Safety And Environment Corporate Safety And Environment Service

Salary Information:
$86, $108,235.40

Pay Scale Group: 09SA

Employment Type:
Regular

Weekly Hours: 35,

Off Days:
Saturday and Sunday

Shift:

Posted On:
March 3, 2023

Last Day to Apply:
March 17, 2023

Reports to:
Manager - Environment

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA.

Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud.

The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy.

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General Accountability:

Reporting to the Manager
Environment, this position is responsible for performing various duties related to the protection of the environment. The incumbent monitors corporate compliance to applicable government legislation and regulations; develops, recommends, implements and maintains environmental standards, programs and procedures; participates in the development of environmental policies; investigates and evaluates existing/potential environmental hazards in the workplace and throughout the transit system; conducts and/or oversees sampling and testing activities; and interprets findings and makes recommendations to prevent, eliminate, control and reduce environmental hazards. This position also acts as a corporate technical resource and provides advice and direction regarding legislated requirements and environmental policies, programs and procedures; develops and conducts training programs; liaises with TTC departments, external agencies and material suppliers concerning environmental matters; and prepares various reports, documentation, analyses and recommendations related to the work.

Key Job Functions:

The incumbent provides technical and administrative support on issues relating to environmental impacts and aspects

This involves:

Developing, updating, implementing and maintaining corporate programs and procedures associated with Waste Management, Environmental Approvals and Registrations, Spills, Chemical Management, Subsurface Contamination, Wastewater Management and Vehicle Idling to support the Environmental Management System.
Monitoring current programs to determine they are working as planned or if new strategies or programs are needed.
Investigating environmental incidents and assess environmental hazards; and recommending corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Leading high profile environmental compliance audits, presenting findings to Department Heads and Executives and getting their approval on associated recommendations.
Providing advice, guidance and direction to management, staff and workers on legislated requirements, environmental programs and associated issues and concerns.
Understanding environmental legislation and regulations and interpreting its impact on TTC operation.
Keeping abreast of industry practices and emerging trends to ensure that TTC maintains its position as a progressive and responsible organization.
Managing consultants and contractors in collecting and analyzing environmental data and providing findings/recommendations to executives, management and workers.
Acting as a Project Manager for various environmental initiatives involving staff and consultants. This includes managing, coordinating and administrating special projects and assignments as required.
Liaising with TTC departments and external agencies such as Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP), Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA), City agencies, other transit agencies, developers, neighbouring businesses/residents regarding environmental issues and concerns.
Developing and delivering various environmental training modules for TTC departments.
Reviewing Plans, Drawings, Reports and Specifications for buildings, equipment, vehicles, processes, et cetera and providing feedback on environmental aspects, impacts and applicable controls.
Working closely with Environmental Legal Counsel on contentious issues as they arise to manage TTCs environmental liability.
Preparing sensitive and confidential reports on potential and actual noncompliance issues.
Representing the Safety and Environment Department/TTC internally and externally on environmental matters.
Providing technical evidence and/or information before public bodies, Municipal Councils, Courts of Law and Environmental Hearings as required.
Demonstrates behaviours that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. He