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About the Role

This planner role will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting Hydro One’s Climate Change Program. The Climate Change Analyst plays a key role in advancing the organization's Climate Change Mitigation Program and supporting the achievement of net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050.

Responsibilities

• Data collection and quantification of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions
• Collaboration on climate mitigation initiatives
• Completion of regulatory reporting
• GHG emissions analysis and forecasting
• Maintenance of GHG reporting software
• Preparation of reports and presentations related to progress of Hydro One’s climate mitigation target
• Gathering GHG inventory data
• Supporting carbon accounting practices
• Developing emission reduction strategies
• Providing analytical expertise to inform climate-related decision-making
• Collaborate across the organization and with external stakeholders to improve environmental performance, enhance reporting accuracy, and drive continuous improvement in climate and sustainability initiatives
• Coordination of environmental study projects
• Analysis of land use and environmental implications
• Preparation of recommendations and reports on or from among route and site alternatives
• Analysis of specific environmental situations
• Preparation of recommendations to mitigate the environmental effects of constructing bulk transmission/transformation facilities
• Studies and the development and maintenance of computer applications as associated with the planning process and automated processing of environmental and land use data
• Provision of specialized training and advice where required
• Analysis of and coordination of responses by Hydro One Inc. on proposed government land use policy, municipal official plans, zoning bylaws and site plans, and proposed development plans of government ministries and agencies to ensure that Hydro One's interests are considered and protected
• Review and comment on property management proposals and plans of subdivision as requested by internal groups
• Review and analyze existing land use planning documents for environmental project planning
• Prepare and process requests for Orders-in-Council and municipal approvals required for projects
• Developing better understandings of the kinds of land use and environmental effects which could result from Ontario Hydro facilities and activities
• Methods by which such knowledge can be used to predict effects and to help identify, compare and select from among transmission route and site alternatives and to mitigate effects of constructing bulk system facilities
• Improvement of methods for collecting and creating information about the environment and potential impacts, including better sources of information, new technology and media
• Carry out minor or assist in carrying out major studies and planning for construction projects within the responsibility areas as assigned
• On occasion, coordinate smaller studies as directed
• Refer unusual problems and relatively important matters to supervisor for direction
• Participate in the preparation and presentation of comprehensive responses, reports, recommendations and environmental assessment documents to, and appear before senior management and other interested parties in support of recommendations resulting from assigned projects or studies
• Carry out investigations, develop evidence and appear at formal hearings including governmental and public participation processes related to land use, environmental planning, site selection Ontario Municipal Board (OMB), Environmental Assessment Board (EAB), joint boards, etc, in an effort to influence the members to change their recommendations in accordance with the interests of Hydro One Inc.
• Follow all Hydro One rules and practices regarding work safety and vehicle operation
• Contribute to the securing, protecting and advancing of responsible project and corporate objectives for assigned minor projects or components of major projects or activities, by means of studies and negotiations with external personnel and professionals to achieve mutual understanding or agreement, and to persuade them to change their positions or adopt courses of action in keeping with corporate objectives
• Prepare tendering specifications on departmental purchases or study contracts in accordance with assigned projects
• Carry out the evaluation of tenders and the awarding and administering of contracts as directed
• Prepare information in accordance with budget requirements for designated projects or project components and be accountable for financial control as assigned
• Represent the department at meetings and on committees and task groups
• Keep abreast of latest concepts, theories, and development in the field of land use and environmental planning
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Requires a knowledge of environmental sciences, environmental engineering, urban and regional planning or landscape architecture including such pertinent subjects within those fields as the ecological sciences, land economics, land uses, geography, agriculture, environmental assessment and planning theory, etc, to perform or assist in the conduct of environmental studies and design and construction components of transmission and station projects of Hydro One Inc.
• Requires a knowledge of computer technology and GIS.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written, for preparation, editing and presentation of standards, procedures and environmental assessments, and in dealing with both professional contacts and the general public.
• Requires experience in urban and regional planning, forestry, agriculture, etc, to become familiar with a range of aspects of land use and environmental planning and mitigation of construction impacts.
• Requires experience to become familiar with environmental problems peculiar to utilities, the preparation and presentation of environmental assessments, and the construction of bulk transmission facilities.
• Requires experience in conducting studies, preparing proposals and coordinating contract administration activities for minor projects of assigned components of major projects.
• Requires experience in public presentation processes to ensure satisfactory communication with external contacts and the general public.
• Requires experience with the organizational interrelationships, standards, procedures and practices.
• Requires following all Hydro One Inc. regulations and practices.

Skills

• Computer technology
• GIS
• Communication skills (oral and written)

Location

• Toronto, ON

Work Type

• Regular
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Over 4 years and up to and including 6 years of experience

Education Level

• Four year university education in environmental science, biology, planning, engineering or similar

Salary/Compensations

• $3,610.06 - 4,847.8 / Bi-weekly

Benefits

• Extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability

About the Company

• Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers.
• We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906.
• Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario.
• Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.
• We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026.
• Employer of the year 2026

Equal Opportunity

• We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
• Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.