Energy & GHG Management Specialist

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.

What We Offer:

• Work that makes an impact across all of Metrolinx as well as the GTHA
• Learning and development opportunities
• An open and inclusive work environment
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, and wellness spending account
• Defined Benefit OMERS Pension plan

Our Environmental Management team is looking for an Energy & GHG Management Specialist to support with the development and implementation of the enterprise-wide energy and greenhouse gas (GHG) management portfolio at Metrolinx. You’ll report into the Director, Environment and will serve as a subject-matter expert (SME) in sustainability practices, and as a super-user in data energy systems.

What will I be doing?

• Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Metrolinx’s annual GHG inventory report, ensure complete and accurate integration of 18+ data streams across operational business units, and the energy utility data management systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, public-facing reports (ESG/Annual Report, Safety Performance Report, etc.) and internal strategic objective performance targets.
• Prepare and deliver detailed technical briefings, strategy updates, and progress reports on energy and GHG performance up to senior leadership and executive management levels of the organization, and interdepartmental steering committees to ensure alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
• Support coordination of the efforts of Metrolinx and its business unit GHG emissions and energy teams in implementation of the corporate GHG emissions and energy management plan, including measuring progress toward targets and goals and recommending corrective action to ensure projects stay within allocated budgets and timelines.
• Act as SME on GHG emissions accounting, operational energy and emissions auditing, and fleet and facilities optimization strategies to reduce emissions and utility cost expenditures.
• Design and oversee external and internal energy and GHG auditing programs targeting operational efficiency and decarbonization, identifying both no/low-cost optimization measures in existing infrastructure and operational systems (including but not limited to HVAC scheduling, lighting controls, and BAS optimization) as well as larger capital infrastructure opportunities to guide state of good repair programs to contribute to climate impact mitigation and energy utility cost controls.
• Contribute to the development of monthly and annual energy and cost performance reporting dashboards and budget forecasting tools. Normalizing usage based on occupancy, weather, and other applicable operational profiles as they are identified, to enable performance benchmarking and support strategic planning.
• Support the Director to deliver on Ministry of Transportation’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), Railway Association of Canada (RAC), Office of the Auditor General of Ontario, Ministry of Energy and Electrification, Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP), and various Regional and Municipal energy and GHG emissions reporting commitments.
• Define metrics and contract requirements for GHG emissions and energy monitoring and reporting.
• Provide expert guidance and consultation to internal project teams, vendors, and contracted O&M service providers regarding the implementation of energy and emissions strategies, performance specifications, and sustainability reporting obligations.
• Act as designated lead for internal audit processes for energy, emissions, and climate performance under Metrolinx’s Environmental Management System (ISO 14001 alignment), and support external audits as required by regulatory agencies and internal assurance programs.
• Manage utility cost tracking, budget forecasting, and variance analysis, providing monthly and quarterly updates to Finance and Operational leaders with recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements.
• Support the identification, application, and administration of energy incentive programs offered by government agencies and utility providers, ensuring technical eligibility, project compliance, and maximized funding returns.
• Support enterprise-wide training and awareness campaigns to enhance employee understanding of energy conservation practices, emissions reduction responsibilities, and sustainability performance expectations.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Environment or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent; completion of a post-graduate degree in a related discipline is an asset.
• Minimum six (6) years of experience developing and coordinating energy-saving projects.
• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification is considered an asset.
• Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) certification is considered an asset.
• Proven ability to lead, own, and present strategic programs at the senior leadership level.
• SME-level expertise in GHG accounting, energy systems, climate resiliency frameworks, and utility data analytics.
• Experience mentoring staff and acting as a central knowledge hub for sustainability.
• Deep understanding of regulatory regimes and infrastructure resilience.
• Expert knowledge and experience developing and coordinating GHG emissions reduction and energy saving projects and initiatives.
• Knowledge of regulatory regime and incentive programs related to energy, emissions and water effluent, including those specific to the transportation sector (buses and rail).
• Technical competency, problem solving and analytical skills to review, assess and prepare energy study reports and strategies, audit sites, and recommend GHG emissions reduction and energy saving opportunities and capital improvement projects.
• Ability to understand, evaluate, monitor, explain and implement sustainability, water consumption reduction, effluent control, GHG emissions reduction and energy management at the conceptual and operational levels, particularly in the context of transportation and urban development.
• Project management skills in a complex corporate setting with a wide range of stakeholders, following an established risk management methodology.
• MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) to develop and track documents, schedules, and reports.
• Interpersonal, training, oral/written/presentation communication skills to implement training programs, develop reports and presentations, drafts descriptions of control systems, operating schedules, and maintenance practices for each facility, and convey complex concepts to a variety of audiences including senior management.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail to effectively manage work, conduct inspections and audits, prepare reports and drive continuous improvement in energy conservation and GHG emission reductions.
• Verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees and contractors; respond to questions/inquiries; provide educational support; prepare reports and related documentation.

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.

Should it be determined that any background information provided be 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.