Safety Risk Analyst

Metrolinx•Toronto, ON

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Our Safety Risk & Intelligence Office is seeking a Safety Risk Analyst to identify and clarify business requirements for the successful deployment of appropriate safety system solutions. The Analyst will act as a key liaison with business units, ensuring full participation in technology projects and recommending priorities to mitigate implementation risks on significant initiatives.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Process Improvement, Safety or a related discipline – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
Demonstrated experience as an Analyst, preferably in the transport or construction industry and / or the public sector
A valid Ontario Class “G” drivers’ license and ability to obtain a GO Transit Operator’s Permit may be required for certain business units.
Experience with computerized quantitative and analytical tools (e.g. data modeling, workflows, and business process analysis) and with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Project, etc.)
Interpersonal, oral/written/presentation communications skills to document and present business needs, specifications, reports, project documents, and implementation plans.

Nice To Haves

Experience successfully deploying technology solutions in the transport or construction industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

Identifies and facilitates development of documentation for new and modified safety risk procedures (e.g. standard operating procedures (SOPs) and workflows) to ensure effective implementation of technology solutions.
Proposes improvements to automate safety functions and make effective use of technology to improve the data analysis process.
Provides guidance and positive support during safety risk assessments; addresses arising issues by contributing expertise to proposed alternative safety solutions.
Facilitates dialogue and discussion between the internal stakeholders regarding safety risk assessments.
Assists the business to prepare safety benefit cases, understand scope limitations, and manage expectations during project implementation.
Collaborates with diverse stakeholders to gather qualitative and quantitative data needed for solid decision-making.
Monitors project documentation and implementation procedures to meet corporate and industry standards and enable intended benefits to be realized.
Identifies opportunities for new technology/automation or streamlining business processes and workflows.
Assists in developing business training needs.
Influences procurement and investment decisions by recommending best solutions for business needs and identifying areas of waste or duplication.
Provides cost benefit analysis to business cases.
Uses testing period to mitigate risks and save time and money in implementation.
Models Metrolinx’s values and core competences, especially in dealings with external partners and in the handling of sensitive and confidential information