Job 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.

Under the direction of the Manager, Bus Safety, carries out safety analysis, reporting and safety initiatives while providing coordination inclusive of compiling, inputting, tracking, analyzing, and reporting on a variety of information, responding to inquiries, and engaging with stakeholders for coordination. Coordinates the administration of the safety program and monitors ongoing alignment with legal and regulatory requirements and the Metrolinx Safety Management System (SMS).

What will I be doing?

• Facilitates and completes incident investigations reports; coordinates with management to develop safety goals, objectives, safety initiatives and actions plans
• Coordinates the continual development of safety initiatives with applicable internal/external resources.
• Assist SSOs with safety inspections and risk assessments facilitations, completes initial draft of findings and outcomes
• Supports the implementation and rollout of safety programs and initiatives, provides input as required to assist in the successful execution
• Provides logistical supports and coordination for in person events (e.g. H&S booths), generate safety handouts, assist with briefings, etc.
• Supports the manager in bus safety operations, providing essential backup and assistance as needed; liaise with internal and external stakeholders in relation to bus safety programs and initiatives.
• Contributes to internal reports and proofreads business reports (e.g., business performance report, memos, assessments, bulletins, etc.).
• Fosters relationships and partnerships with management to support continual improvement in safety governance and safety practices.
• Prepares purchase orders and obtains information on applicable costs, reviews invoices for accuracy and processes payments. Monitors adherence to established purchasing guidelines (PO’s under 10K, PCards, etc.).
• Reviews complex documents (e.g., third party reports/assessments, internal business performance reports) by:
• Reviewing and evaluating studies, reports, proposals, contract documents.
• Editing documents.
• Researching and participating in the development of safety campaigns to promote workplace safety.
• Summarizing results and presenting findings to team (team meetings, small presentations etc.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma in Health and Safety or a relevant field – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
• Demonstrated years’ experience providing safety support including in-field operational support, including co-op placements.
• Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) or Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification is an asset. Valid G Driver’s License is required.
• Interpersonal, public relations, and oral/written/presentation communication skills to represent Metrolinx with a range of internal and external stakeholders, partners, and contractors, and to prepare assessments, reports, briefing documents, and policy/procedure recommendations
• Highway Traffic Act, Railway Safety Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act)
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and respond to manage emergency situations
• Knowledge of transit operations, property management, and facility operations to contribute to the identification and mitigation of potential safety risks and disruptions to operations.
• Experience with computer applications [e.g., MS Booking, MS Teams, SharePoint, MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), databases, other application software].
• May be required to work evenings and/or weekends on a call-in during emergencies and to support incident investigations
• Travel is required to all Bus Services facilities and offices within the GO network

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 hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com .

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 policy before 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.