Advisor, Contractor Safety Water & Wastewater

Advisor, Contractor Safety Water & Wastewater

Public Works - Water and Wastewater

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range: Non Union Salary Band I $105,754 per annum to $132,193 per annum

Hiring Range: $105,754 per annum-$118,974 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits, where applicable) 

Work Mode: Hybrid; 2 Onsite days required in office which can increase based on operational needs. Travel within Region of Peel is required *see below for more details about this work mode. 

Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton, ON

Hours of work: 35 Hours per week

Who we are: The Water and Wastewater Divisional focus is to ensure the Region of Peel community is provided with a safe and reliable drinking water supply, wastewater is efficiently collected and properly treated, and both the environment and long-term fiscal processes are sustainable. 

Water and Wastewater Divisions provide services to approximately 2 million residents and businesses in the Region of Peel, parts of York Region and the City of Toronto. Compliance is ensured with various Regulations including Safe Drinking Water Act, Sustainable Water and Sewage Systems Act and the Environmental Protection Act. Water and Wastewater Divisions operate in accordance with Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECA’s) as issued by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP).

The Advisor works collaboratively with Water and Wastewater Engineering, Operations, Infrastructure Planning Partnerships and Compliance, and Procurement teams to integrate contractor safety requirements into planning, procurement, and execution activities. The Advisor supports consistent application of the Region’s Vendor Performance Management (VPM) framework and ensures contractor safety management practices align with ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) requirements.

What you will do in this role: 

• Lead and coordinate the Region’s contractor safety program for Water and Wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and all applicable regulations.

• Serve as the organization’s subject‑matter expert on contractor safety legislation, case law, and due‑diligence obligations.

• Provide strategic guidance to leadership and project teams on contractor roles, responsibilities, and safety expectations throughout planning, construction, and operational activities.

• Support the phased implementation of Chief Prevention Officer–accredited health and safety standards as part of contractor pre‑qualification.

• Coordinate and administer contractor health and safety pre‑qualification processes in partnership with Procurement and project teams.

• Manage external Health and Safety Consultants responsible for reviewing contractor safety programs, certifications, statistics, and training records.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of pre‑qualification criteria based on legislative updates, audit outcomes, and industry best practices.

• Maintain and oversee a roster of third‑party health and safety auditors and assign them to projects as required.

• Coordinate ongoing contractor performance monitoring and ensure all documentation, reports, and records are properly maintained.

• Review audit findings, inspection reports, and performance metrics, and verify corrective actions with internal staff and vendors.

• Oversee the application of the Vendor Performance Management process to ensure consistent contractor performance evaluations and escalation where needed.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Planning, Compliance, and Procurement teams to embed contractor safety requirements into contracts, specifications, and work plans.

• Participate in project kick‑off and ongoing project meetings to support integration of safety expectations.

• Conduct site visits to verify contractor compliance and assist staff in resolving safety concerns.

• Provide coaching and advisory support to Regional staff who interact with contractors in the field.

• Engage with provincial prevention partners and municipal health and safety associations to support benchmarking and knowledge sharing.

• Participate in discussions with contractor associations to gather industry feedback and strengthen program alignment.

• Support implementation and maintenance of ISO 45001 requirements related to contractor and supplier safety management.

• Ensure project teams maintain documentation and evidence required for internal and external ISO audits, and participate in audit activities and corrective action tracking.

• Manage a centralized repository for contractor safety and procurement documentation, ensuring records are current, controlled, and accessible.

• Analyze contractor safety data and trends to identify risks, systemic issues, and opportunities for program improvement.

• Prepare reports and dashboards for leadership and project teams on contractor safety performance.

• Monitor legislative changes, enforcement trends, and case law to inform policy updates and guidance.

• Provide ongoing recommendations to leadership to support continuous improvement of the contractor safety program.

What the role requires:

• A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted).

• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Certified Registered Safety Technician (CRST) designation – required.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in contractor safety management, preferably in a municipal, infrastructure, construction, or utilities environment.
• Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, construction regulations, and relevant contractor safety case law.
• Demonstrated experience with contractor pre-qualification systems, third-party audits, and contractor performance management.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and integration of safety requirements into contracts and vendor management frameworks.
• Experience supporting or auditing ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills/Abilities: 

• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and negotiation skills to influence diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentation to senior leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Ability to conduct site visits; valid Ontario Class G driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: 

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date   
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum 
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays 
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance 
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion 
• Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources 

Be bold. Think big. Join us.

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.

The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved. 

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology

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If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. 

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.