Full-Time

Director of Indigenous Relations

YORK1

YORK1

201-500 employees

Environmental services provider with integrated infrastructure

No salary listed

Vaughan, ON, Canada

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office

Get referred to YORK1

See people who can refer or advise you

Requirements
  • Establish relationships with Indigenous communities, First Nations, and Indigenous-led organizations.
  • Identify new sustainable initiatives with partners.
  • Identify funding opportunities aligned with York1’s sustainable strategic initiatives.
  • Support the application process for new funding opportunities.
  • Have 5 years of experience in management.
  • Have lived or work experience with Indigenous communities; preference is given to candidates with this experience.
  • Have knowledge of diverse Indigenous governance structures, traditions, and protocols.
  • Have experience with Indigenous Protected Conservation Areas.
  • Have experience in construction technical writing or construction.
  • Have strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, quality work under tight deadlines and with minimal supervision.
  • Have expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Be well organized and able to work accurately and effectively under pressure.
  • Possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Lead strategic initiatives.
  • Attend events and ceremonies.
  • Engage with new partners.
  • Comply with all company policies and applicable laws.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree.
  • Knowledge of Indigenous Protected Conservation Areas.
  • Lived or work experience with Indigenous communities.

YORK1 provides environmental and infrastructure services to both public and private sectors. It combines environmental expertise with an integrated infrastructure division to deliver end-to-end projects, from planning and assessments to infrastructure development and implementation. The company differentiates itself by offering a single source for both environmental services and infrastructure needs, emphasizing collaboration and a broad capability across sectors. YORK1’s goal is to advance sustainable, well-executed infrastructure and environmental solutions by bringing together diverse teams and disciplines in one organization.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Vaughan, Canada

Founded

1963

Get referred to YORK1

See people who can refer or advise you

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • YORK1 scaled Dresden to 4,000 tonnes daily and shorter hours in August 2026.
  • YORK1 says 80 percent of Dresden inbound material gets recycled, boosting permits appeal.
  • Expanded senior credit facility supports acquisitions and project buildout across Ontario.

What critics are saying

  • Chatham-Kent fights YORK1 in court September 21, 2026 over Dresden approvals.
  • Ontario fined YORK1 affiliates $50,000 in 2025 for false ministry submissions.
  • If Dresden stalls, YORK1 loses its flagship growth project and local credibility.

What makes YORK1 unique

  • YORK1 bundles waste collection, recycling, transfer, and landfill assets across Ontario.
  • YORK1 bought First Choice Disposal in 2024, deepening GTA service density.
  • Fengate backed YORK1 in 2021, signaling institutional support for expansion.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?