The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you!
As a GTAA employee, you’ll have access to amazing benefits, including retirement planning, comprehensive group health benefits, an employee assistance programs (EAP), paid leave, education and training, as well as recognition and rewards programs.
What you can expect from this position:
Reporting to the Manager, Land Use Planning, this position provides supervision, coordination of work, training, leadership, guidance, coaching and mentoring to the team to effectively achieve objectives.
As Supervisor, Land Use Planning, you will:
- Oversees land use reviews for on-site and off-airport development proposals and planning applications for compliance
- Provides technical expertise in the development of airport-related policies for municipal and regional official plans and by-laws, federal and provincial guidelines
- Assists in development of Airport Master Plans, GTAA’s Strategic Plan and other specific corporate and departmental initiatives
- Provides guidance and training to new Land Use staff members, consultants, and other GTAA staff in area of land use control
- Coordinates Airport Land Use Plan (ALUP) amendment consultations and prepares ALUP amendment submissions
- Supports the GTAA’s input formulation for government policy development and periodic reviews in order to protect the current operations, land use control interests and airport’s future development plans
- Leads GTAA’s 5-year reviews and updates of regional and municipal official plans
- Coordinates activities for the planning, design, development, and preparation of periodic Airport Master Plans’ Land Use section and Airport Land Use Plan (LUP) and its amendments
- Coordinates land use planning reviews and analysis in collaboration with NAV CANADA to provide a consolidated submission process
- Lead review/preparation of reports, development concepts, and public consultation material in support of various planning projects
- Leads LU collaboration with GTAA partners, municipal planning staff, outside proponents, and other partners including regional, provincial and federal government departments to address issues related to proposed developments
This unionized position has an hourly wage of $60.89 based on a 37.5-hour work week. If you are the selected candidate, you must be available to commence the duties of the position once a selection decision has been made. As part of the competitive process, you may be required to complete a practical test.
This is the role for you, if you have:
- Post secondary degree in Urban and Regional Planning, or a combination of education and experience resulting in a specialization in airport planning, design, or detailed knowledge of municipal land use control and development approval processes
- Registered Professional Planner (RPP), Member of Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP) designations are required
- Ten (10) + years of experience, including minimum two years (2) of leading/providing work direction, in land use planning and land use policies development and application or services in related fields including civil engineering, land/development planning, or architectural services related to the development or operation of one or more major transportation facilities
- Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position
Knowledge and skills you bring, that set-you up for success:
- Knowledge of provincial and municipal land use planning processes, principles of land use control, and workflows of development approval
- Knowledge of regulations and guidelines affecting land use in the vicinity of airports
- Ability to organize and lead consultations with all level of government for approval of airport development plans
- Ability to apply planning law principals to develop and implement Tripartite Aircraft Noise Warning Agreements
- Knowledge of airport land use control methods, land allocation principles and their practical application
- Knowledge of aircraft noise impact standards and guidelines relative to land use control
- Well-developed technical research skills
- Excellent knowledge of standard MS Office computer applications and other technical tools used in land use control process
- Knowledge of the consultant/contractor procurement process (e.g. RFP preparation, Proposal evaluation, contract tendering, budgeting)
- Ability to develop terms of reference, scope of work, RFPs for work assignments and review detailed consultant work programs
- Ability to work effectively in teams of varying size and composition and with a high degree of tact
- Expertise in technical report writing and making presentations to groups which include professionals from different fields (planners, engineers, lawyers)
- Skills to communicate and build strong working relationships
- Knowledge of the government jurisdictional roles and responsibilities for planning/design, delivery and operation of transportation infrastructure in Ontario, including key agencies and inter-agency relationships
- Ability and experience in delivering well organized reports of project/task findings and recommendations
- Knowledge of the GTAA organization including general directive, role, and governance structure
- Knowledge of NAV CANADA operations and responsibilities
- Knowledge of the GTAA-Transport Canada Ground Lease as related to land use development and control on and around the airport
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.