Job Description

Inspector, Pollution Control
Public Works - Water & Wastewater
Status: Regular Full-time Positions
Salary Range: $79,977.60 - $99,972.00 per annum plus comprehensive benefits
Hiring Range: $79,977.60 - $89,974.80 per annum plus comprehensive benefits
Work Mode: Hybrid* see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 3515 Wolfedale Road, Mississauga
Hours of work: 35 hours/week
What you will do in this role:
At Peel Region pollution control is a critical aspect of our commitment to environmental stewardship and public health. We employ advanced technologies and stringent regulations to ensure strict quality standards, ensuring the well-being of our communities now and in the future.
Under the supervision of the Pollution Control Supervisor, you will oversee the implementation and enforcement of the Wastewater Bylaw. Your duties will include conducting inspections of industrial facilities across Peel Region to verify compliance with the bylaw, ensuring environmental compliance, and safeguarding wastewater treatment facilities.
Your role is crucial in maintaining the safety and security of Peel's residents, industries, and the natural environment. Additionally, review lab analyses of industrial discharges and determine appropriate enforcement actions.

• Review industrial sewer charge appeals, sanitary discharge approvals and administer the surcharge and compliance agreements
• Provide technical advice regarding regulations and legislation. You will lead meetings with external partners, agencies and staff.
• Conduct abatement meetings with noncompliant industries
• Prepare daily, monthly, annual and disclosure reports and act as an expert witness as required
• Mandatory participation as Duty Spills Coordinator on a rotating basis and assist in the annual update of the Public Works Emergency Plan
• As a Provincial Offences Officer, conduct investigations for the prosecution of offenders of the sewer use by-law in consultation with the Supervisor, Pollution Control and Regional Legal Counsel

What the role requires:

• University Degree in science or related field, or Chemical Technology Diploma with a Certified Engineering Technologist designation
• Three (3) years related experience. A combination of relevant education and work experience will also be considered
• Valid Class "G" license in good standing

Skills/Abilities:

• Bylaw enforcement experience would be an asset.
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills
• Strong report writing skills with a keen eye for attention to details
• Strong administrative skills and proficiency with MS Office
• Strong public relations, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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

Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. This means you'll have the ability to work off-site and on-site as needed, depending on operational needs at the 3515 Wolfedale Road, Mississauga worksite. The frequency of on-site work may vary from week to week, depending on operational demands, which can evolve 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.
Join us--be bold, think big, and help shape a better tomorrow.
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 be conducted in person.
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At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit .
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
About Us
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 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 in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information
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
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.

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