Are you an innovative and forward-thinking professional? Then consider this position in the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Environmental Permissions Branch, where you will review and evaluate design and operation reports submitted in support of applications for the establishment of waste management facilities in Ontario.

About the job

In this role, you will:

• Review and analyze engineering designs, studies, and reports

• Provide advice on waste approval requirements and identify submission requirements

• Recommend approval or rejection of applications for waste management facilities

• Present technical papers and provide engineering support to the public and stakeholders

• Assist in the development of training programs

• Act as an expert witness at public hearings and legal proceedings

• Work as Duty Officer on a rotational basis

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• You are licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) or You currently have accreditation as a Professional Engineer in a Canadian Province or Territory, and you will obtain a Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) license as a condition of accepting this position.

• You possess a valid driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the province of Ontario.

Technical knowledge:

You have:

• thorough knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of civil, mechanical, chemical and environmental engineering pertaining to waste management activities (i.e. landfill, thermal treatment, process, transfer of hazardous, liquid industrial, industrial, commercial, construction/demolition and municipal wastes), odour emissions and associated odour emission control technologies.

• knowledge of new/emerging environmental trends and issues pertaining to waste management.

• understanding of and demonstrated ability to interpret and apply waste-related legislation/regulations (Environmental Assessment Act, Environmental Protection Act, Occupational Health and Safety legislation and the Environmental Bill of Rights Act) and related procedures and guidelines, codes, standards, policies and guidelines to provide sound technical guidance and to assess compliance of applications.

• knowledge of computers and common office productivity software (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database).

Analytical, issues management and project management skills:

• You can analyze and evaluate waste disposal site and waste management system applications (including engineering designs, specifications, studies, reports, calculations and other supporting data/information) to assess environmental impact and risk to environment/human health and safety and compliance with legislation.

• You have the demonstrated ability to employ issues management methods and techniques to identify, address and resolve, or participate in resolving contentious issues with a variety of stakeholders, including municipalities, the public and Indigenous communities.

• You have proven project management skills and related methodologies to establish timelines, deliverables for an application, monitoring progress and ensuring timely completion.

Negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills:

• You have demonstrated oral and written communication skills to exchange and explain complex technical information, prepare technical documentation, provide testimonies at public hearings and legal proceedings, prepare briefing notes, meeting notes, correspondence and reports.

• You have demonstrated interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of external stakeholders.

• You have proven negotiation skills to negotiate terms and conditions with proponents, municipal governments, consultants and interest groups and participate in the appeals and/or mediations or court proceedings.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

• a defined benefit pension plan

• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents

• comprehensive health plan

• life and disability insurance

• collegial and professional work culture

• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas

• on-the-job training to support your success in the role

Additional information

Address:

• 1 English Permanent - Full Time, 135 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto, Toronto Region
• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 135 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group: Professional Engineers, Government of Ontario

Schedule: 6

Category: Science and Engineering

Posted on: Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Note:

• T-ET-241873/26(2)

How to apply:

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers , quoting Job ID 241873, by Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 . Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code .