Senior Manager Environmental Compliance and Programs

Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

The Senior Manager, Environmental Compliance and Programs provides corporate oversight of environmental compliance, regulatory obligations, environmental risk, sustainability requirements, and GIS services across ONTC. The role leads a multidisciplinary team and external service providers to identify legal requirements, implement compliance controls, ensure obligations and commitments are met, and provide timely advice on environmental regulatory risks, while relying on qualified specialists for technical environmental analysis and design.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead ONTC's environmental compliance, sustainability, and GIS programs, ensuring adherence to environmental legislation, permits, approvals, and corporate commitments.
• Monitor regulatory requirements, manage environmental risks, oversee compliance audits and corrective actions, and coordinate regulatory submissions and approvals.
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to Environmental, Sustainability, and GIS staff, including budgeting, resource planning, performance management, and capability development.
• Develop and maintain environmental policies, procedures, compliance frameworks, and governance processes to support due diligence and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the senior advisor and liaison on environmental matters, supporting leadership, regulators, Indigenous communities, municipalities, consultants, and other external stakeholders.

Requirements:

• 4 yrs degree in Regulatory Compliance, Law/Legal Studies, Public Administration, Governance, Risk Management, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Science, Geography, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in regulatory compliance, governance, risk management, environmental management, legal/regulatory affairs, or a related field, including leadership of professional staff.
• 5+ years of experience overseeing compliance programs, audits, risk assessments, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder relationships.
• Experience in a railway, transportation, infrastructure, construction, Crown agency, or other highly regulated environment is considered an asset.
• No specific environmental designation is required. Relevant certifications or professional designations in environmental management, compliance, law, governance, risk, auditing, engineering, geoscience, project management, or related disciplines are considered assets.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, governance, risk management, auditing, due diligence, and environmental legislation within a regulated operating environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with compliance, reporting, document management, and GIS oversight systems.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, stakeholder management, decision-making, and project management skills, with the ability to interpret complex requirements and provide practical, risk-based solutions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to ONTC sites as required.
• Committed to company Health and Safety.

Closing Date: November 2, 2026 no later than 11:59 p.m.

Pre-Employment Requirements: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

Employment Equity and Accessibility Statements: At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experience each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+. Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.