Aggregates Compliance Grey-Bruce

About Walker

Walker Industries, a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operates from its base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We employ more than 1,200 people in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. 

Growth and transformation are a natural part of our business and our employees evolve with us.

We are looking for a Licensing and Approvals Compliance at our Walker Aggregates Division - Grey-Bruce location.

What you will be doing

• Work hand in hand with Aggregate Managers, Environmental Performance Managers and Aggregate Operations, Managing and providing expert counsel and advice on;
  • Planning Matters related to Aggregate Extraction. Such as Zoning By-laws amendments and Official Plan Amendments.
  • New Aggregate License Applications
  • Aggregate License Amendments
  • Interpretation of Site plans
  • Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECA’s) and Permits to Take Water (PTTW).
  • Complaint investigation and resolution
• Oversee annual submission of annual Compliance Assessment Reports and advise on remedial actions if needed.
• Work with the Business Development Group to identify new opportunities for licensing or acquisition with respect to planning and environmental constraints.
• Liaise with, including but not limited to, Government Agencies such as MNR, MECP, NEC, Municipalities (Upper and Lower tier), Conservation Authorities and Indigenous Nations.
• Retain and manage consultants, legal counsel and internal staff as needed for projects.

Skills/Experience

This position requires a demonstrated degree of initiative and judgment in order to organize and prioritize Projects. Courtesy, tact and diplomacy are required in dealing with, but not limited to, Government Agencies, Indigenous Nations, Municipalities, Consultants, Stakeholders, Community Members and Internal Staff. 

• 5-10 years in Planning or Environmental role requiring the following;
• Knowledge of the Planning Act, Aggregate Resources Act, Municipal Act, Niagara Escarpment Act are essential.
• Knowledge of Provincial Policies, procedures, guidelines, and manuals (e.g. Provincial Standards, Mineral Resources and Natural Heritage Policy Statements, Forest Management Planning Manual)
• Experience with Aggregate Site Applications and all supporting studies, documentation and requirements, with the ability to review and provide constructive feedback.
• Experience with Zoning By-law Amendments and Official Plan Amendments.
• Knowledge of Site Plans and Aggregate Licenses and the corresponding schedules.
• Demonstrated presentation and facilitation skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail and keep accurate records throughout long project timelines.
• Demonstrated computer software skills to produce documents, reports and presentations as required.
• Able to work with limited supervision and to take discretionary action as required, exercise solid judgment in unusual circumstances.
• Proficient communication skills, both oral and written to disseminate information with clarity, in one-on-one or group situations, or over the telephone.
• Professional manner, tact, diplomacy, and discretion in dealing with associates and senior management.
• Thorough - makes sure work is done correctly and thoroughly, attentive to details, keeps accurate records.
• Proactive - anticipates and initiates action to meet needs. 
• Adaptable - able to work with diverse personalities and styles. 
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality and dignity of all persons.

Travel Requirements    

The incumbent will be required to travel to various Walker sites and offices, Municipal offices, Government offices sites for meetings and to consult, advise, and observe operations from a Licensing and Approvals Perspective. Additionally, the incumbent may be required to travel, by car and plane, and overnight travel will be required.

Experience the Benefits of Working at Walker

Career Support

• Education reimbursement, training, and professional development opportunities
• Internal advancement opportunities at all levels
• Reimbursement of professional dues and tuition

Health & Well Being

• Wellness subsidy to support healthy lifestyle
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Culture & Community

• 2 paid volunteer days per year
• Social and networking events

Salary/Wage & Benefits

• Competitive salary including a bonus component
• Group health/dental/vision/prescription drug plans
• Paid vacation days
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Term life insurance and critical illness
• Retirement programs including Pension, RRSP and TFSA

To learn more, visit walkerind.com