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.

 

This role is an in‑office position based at our 20 Bay Street location. Our team is highly collaborative, and much of our work benefits from in‑person co‑creation, relationship‑building, and hands‑on partnership with leaders across the organization. 

 

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as Vice President, Fleet & Electrification. Reporting to the executive leadership team, this role is responsible for providing strategic leadership, technical authority, and asset oversight for the organization's rail fleet, bus fleet and electrification assets.

 

The Vice President will ensure the Fleet and Electrification portfolios are safe and fit for purpose and aligned with organizational priorities The role will establish and sustain a high-performing organization that maximizes the use of world-class talent, technology, systems, and processes to support the successful delivery, operation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of complex transit infrastructure.

 

As the technical authority and asset owner for the Fleet assets and Electrification systems, the incumbent will oversee heavy rail fleet, light rail fleet, bus fleet, and current and future electrification assets.

 

What will I be doing?

• Provide strategic leadership and technical expertise to ensure Fleet & Electrification asset and project-based activities are prioritized, aligned, and delivered in support of organizational goals and objectives.

• Develop and execute long-term strategies for rail fleet assets, bus fleet assets, electrification infrastructure and lifecycle management that support operational excellence and sustainable growth.

• Lead the development and implementation of engineering standards, policies, procedures, and assurance programs, and approve technical standards.

• Establish and sustain a high-performing organization that maximizes the use of talent, technology, systems, and resources.

• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Serve as the senior technical authority for rail fleet, bus fleet, and electrification systems.

• Provide executive oversight for the design, implementation, operation, maintenance, renewal, and expansion of assets.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, environmental, safety, and engineering requirements.

• Oversee systems integration, technical risk management, and engineering reviews to support safe and reliable operations.

• Lead asset management, state of good repair (SOGR), and lifecycle planning programs to maximize asset reliability, performance, and value.

• Establish performance frameworks, key performance indicators, and long-term renewal strategies that support operational readiness and service excellence.

• Promote innovation and industry best practices to enhance asset performance, operational efficiency, and service reliability.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, regulators, municipalities, utilities, contractors, consultants, and industry partners.

• Represent the organization on technical, infrastructure, safety, and regulatory matters.

• Lead capital and operating budget planning, financial oversight, procurement activities, and contract management.

• Manage frameworks for operational, financial, engineering, project, and safety risk.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a large multidisciplinary workforce through subordinate directors and managers, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, inclusion, and continuous learning.

• Ensure the organization delivers safe, reliable, sustainable, and customer-focused transportation infrastructure and services.

 

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a recognized institution.

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, or eligibility to obtain P.Eng. status in the applicable jurisdiction. Internationally recognized engineering qualifications will be considered, with the expectation of obtaining local accreditation as required.

• Minimum fifteen (15) years’ experience in progressively senior engineering leadership roles; experience in the transportation industry and public sector is anasset

• In-depth knowledge of Railway legislation, Transport Canada Rules and Regulations, and Industry Standards, as well as applicable International legislation, regulations, guidelines and standards.

• Demonstrated expertise in rail transit, transportation infrastructure, fleet operations or maintenance, electrification systems, asset management, and engineering governance.

• Experience managing large multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder environments.

• Proven success in strategic planning, organizational transformation, financial stewardship, and operational excellence.

 

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 and other applicable legislation 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 [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.