Careers

Thank you for your interest in working for the Municipality of Brockton

As an employee with the Municipality of Brockton, you’ll have access to meaningful work in a safe and healthy environment. We are pleased to offer our valued team members:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits and pension plan for eligible employees
  • Opportunities for professional development and training to support career growth
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commitment to a healthy work-life balance
  • A chance to collaborate with great people in a positive and supportive workplace

Current Employment Opportunities

About Brockton:

Nestled in the rolling countryside of the Saugeen and Teeswater Rivers, the Municipality of Brockton is a friendly rural community with innovative industry and a vibrant downtown core. Brockton is a full-service community with a range of government services, top-notch schools and childcare, a hospital, community centres, and a wide array of outdoor recreation from golf, fishing, hiking and paddling the Saugeen river, to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter. Brockton is a wonderful place to live, work and play!

About the Position:

The Building Inspector/Enforcement Officer promotes public safety, conducts inspections to ensure adherence to the Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code, Property Standards By-Law and Municipal By-Laws (noise, parking, etc.). This position works with residents, business owners and developers to help them understand requirements.

Candidates must be able to work well with the development community and residents, be self-motivated, flexible, exhibit superior time management capabilities have excellent written/oral communication and computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Responds to general building and planning enquiries.
  • Provide education and awareness of building and planning legislation, regulations, standards, by-laws and other applicable requirements.
  • Maintain detailed records of enquiries, investigations, inspections records.
  • Liaise, consult and assist as required with Fire Prevention Officer, By-Law Enforcement Officer, County Land Use Planners and other internal staff and external agencies as required.
  • Assist in the creation and implementation of development plans, programs, policy and procedure for carrying out the Municipality’s general policies regarding building department matters.
  • In coordination with the CBO ensure that the Municipality’s responsibilities under the Ontario Building Code Act are met.
  • Technical and working knowledge of legislation, regulations, codes of practice, bylaws and policies that affect municipal building services.
  • Provide building permit application intake services and reviews to ensure completeness of application at time of submission including collection of building permit fees.
  • Conduct Plans reviews for all applications to ensure submitted plans and documents comply with the Ontario Building Code and Building Code Act.
  • Provide notice of deficiencies related to plans reviews and resolves compliance matters with applicants and designers.
  • Prepare building permits for issuance by CBO.
  • Provide and conduct inspections for all applicable stages of construction as outlined in the Ontario Building Code.
  • Communicate and resolves inspection deficiencies with engineers, architects, owners and contractors.
  • Issue occupancy permits and conducts final inspections to close building permits.
  • Stays current with changes to legislation and regulations by attending education courses and seminars.
  • Issue orders, work with municipal lawyer, attends court for prosecutions related to building code offences and give testimony related to prosecutions.
  • Supports responsive service related to the education and enforcement of Municipal By-Laws from education to enforcement to prosecution.
  • Review plans, conduct excavation, installation and final inspections, as well as re-inspections, for on site sewage systems.
  • Conduct mandatory plumbing inspections which shall include testing of waste vents, testing of potable water lines and sealing of water meter.
  • Respond to property standards enquiries and complaints.
  • Conduct property standards investigations and inspections to determine compliance with Property Standards By-Law.
  • Respond to enquiries and matters related to the municipal zoning by-law.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

  • Minimum Ontario Secondary School Diploma with post-secondary trade certificate in a relevant field of construction.
  • Degree or diploma in construction, architecture or engineering an asset.
  • Minimum 2 years' related municipal experience with a building department an asset.
  • Must be eligible for registration with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing qualification system and hold or be able to obtain a minimum of General Legal, On Site Sewage Systems, House, Plumbing All Buildings, Small Buildings, Large Buildings, Building Structural, Building Services and Complex Buildings.
  • Knowledge of Building Code Act, Ontario Building Code, applicable By-laws, Municipal Property Standards, Building and Zoning By-Laws.
  • Continued education and professional development to maintain knowledge of building regulations.
  • MLEO certification through the Municipal Law Enforcement Officers’ Association of Ontario or Certification as a Property Standards Officer is considered an asset.
  • Strong communication (written, oral and interpersonal), analytical, report-writing, problem-solving, public relations and organizational skills.
  • Excellent conflict resolution skills.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications, financial information systems and associated evaluative techniques.
  • Ability to demonstrate tact and discretion in handling matters of a confidential or politically sensitive nature, and to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to deal effectively and courteously in all aspects of the position; to work effectively at fostering good rapport and cooperative working relationships; and to champion the corporate mission and values.
  • Possess a valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence in good standing.

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What we offer you:

  • Annual salary between $70,234-$82,173 depending on qualifications and experience.
  • 35 hours per week. Typical hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30 pm.
  • Comprehensive health benefits package.
  • Enrolment in OMERS pension plan.
  • Development opportunities though training or continuous learning.
  • Access to Employee Family Assistance Plan.

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing role within our organization. External candidates are invited to apply.

Applications:

If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a professional, positive team environment please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to the undersigned via the online form, e-mail or regular mail by 12:00 p.m. on January 16, 2026. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

To apply for this opportunity, click on the 'Apply Now' button below. 

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

About Brockton:

Nestled in the rolling countryside of the Saugeen and Teeswater Rivers, the Municipality of Brockton is a friendly rural community with innovative industry and a vibrant downtown core. Brockton is a full-service community with a range of government services, top-notch schools and childcare, a hospital, community centres, and a wide array of outdoor recreation from golf, fishing, hiking and paddling the Saugeen river, to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter. Brockton is a wonderful place to live, work and play!

About the Position:

We are currently hiring for multiple Heavy Equipment Operator positions including winter seasonal and weekend-only roles to support our operations during the winter months. Whether you're looking for steady full-time work or a flexible seasonal schedule, we have opportunities that may be the right fit for you. Join our team and help keep our community safe and running smoothly this winter.

Reporting to the Operations Manager and assigned Lead Hand, the Heavy Equipment Operator operates and maintains Heavy Equipment and performs all related Public Works duties for the maintenance, construction, and operation of Municipally owned and operated infrastructure and facilities.

Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the roads department, including working early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Carries out work assignments, using a variety of heavy equipment and other vehicles, power and hand tools, including physically demanding and repetitive manual labour as directed by the Lead Hand or Roads Supervisor, including but not limited to Snow Plow Truck, Sidewalk Plow, Motor Grader, Backhoe, Dump Truck and Floating Heavy Equipment.
  • Responsible for snow and ice removal on public roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots, often in the early morning hours, for long consecutive hours, and during unfavourable road and weather conditions.
  • Assists with construction projects and paving/ resurfacing preparation.
  • Repairs and installs road and street signs
  • Repairs and installs culverts
  • Operates chain saws, mowers, wood chipper and other equipment to cut trees, clear brush and cut grass in a variety of locations, including but not limited to public access roadways.
  • Performs grave opening and closing at the Cemetery with a backhoe and hand tools.
  • Responds to Emergency call-outs at any time of day or night (eg. road closures, downed trees, flooding events, assisting Emergency Responders)

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

  • Applicant must be able to report to the Walkerton, Greenock or Brant Shop within 30 minutes of being called.
  • Holds a Valid Ontario Drivers Class AZ or DZ License with a clean drivers abstract.
  • Minimum grade 12 Education or equivalent education.
  • Ability to work flexible hours.
  • Knowledge of the maintenance and operation of heavy equipment.
  • Experience in operating snow plow, grader and back hoe an asset.
  • Ability to drive in difficult driving conditions for long periods of time.

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What we offer you:

  • Seasonal Employees – Contract from November 17, 2025 to April 26, 2026, 24 hours per week, potential for additional hours and overtime, ability to enroll in OMERS pension plan.
  • Weekend Employees – Starting November 17 to April 26, up to 16 hours per weekend, ability to enroll in OMERS pension plan.
    Rate of pay between $29.01 - $33.95 depending on qualifications and experience.
  • Development opportunities though training or continuous learning.
  • Access to Employee Family Assistance Plan.

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing role within our organization. External candidates are invited to apply.

Applications:

If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a professional, positive team environment with a comprehensive benefits package please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to the undersigned via the online form, e-mail or regular mail and indicate if you are interested in the seasonal or weekend position. These positions will remain open until filled. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

To apply for this opportunity, click on the 'Apply Now' button below. 

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

About Brockton:

Nestled in the rolling countryside of the Saugeen and Teeswater Rivers, the Municipality of Brockton is a friendly rural community with innovative industry and a vibrant downtown core. Brockton is a full-service community with a range of government services, top-notch schools and childcare, a hospital, community centres, and a wide array of outdoor recreation from golf, fishing, hiking and paddling the Saugeen river, to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter. Brockton is a wonderful place to live, work and play!

About the Position:

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants for the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher (8 Month Contract) position. The ECE Teacher provides a full range of child care services to children from the ages of 18 months to 12 years of age.

The Municipality of Brockton will accept applications from Non-Registered Early Childhood Educators (Non-RECE) as long as the applicant has the qualifications/knowledge/skills required for the position.

Candidates must be self-motivated, flexible, energetic and have the ability to build trust and positive relationships with children and their families.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Teaches gross motor skills, dramatic play, use of senses and science.
  • Supervises children in a variety of settings such as out of doors, in the classroom and in the sleep room.
  • Encourages children to participate, play cooperatively, problem solve, share and learn about safety.
  • Integrates separate individual programs for special needs children in with the regular program.
  • Assists with planning and organizing special events, field trips and parties.
  • Assists children with hygiene activities.
  • Responds to telephone enquiries, giving out information and taking messages.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

  • Early Childhood Education Diploma, or Child and Youth Studies or Equivalency is considered an asset.
  • Registered member of the College of ECE is considered an asset but is not a requirement.
  • Experience in the Child Care field is considered an asset.
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to follow direction and work independently.
  • Valid First aid/CPR.
  • Clear Vulnerable Sector Check.

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Hours of Work:

Regular, part-time hours, subject to Centre demands. Brockton Child Care Centre is open Monday to Friday from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.
Location:
Brockton Child Care Centre - 81 Cemetery Road, Walkerton

What we offer you:

  • Rate of pay between $25.34 - $29.64 depending on qualifications and experience plus potential for Wage Enhancement Grant
  • 20-40 hours per week.
  • Eligible to enroll in OMERS pension plan.
  • Access to Employee Family Assistance Plan.
  • Development opportunities though training or continuous learning.

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing role within our organization. External candidates are invited to apply.

Applications:

If you are looking for an excellent opportunity to support the healthy development of children please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence via the online form, e-mail or regular mail. This position will remain open until filled. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

To apply for this opportunity, click on the 'Apply Now' button below. 

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The Municipality of Brockton invites qualified applicants for the Supply/Casual Teacher (RECE or Non-RECE). The Supply/Casual Teacher provides a full range of daycare services to children from the ages of 18 months to 12 years of age. Registered Early Childhood Educators (ECE’s) and Non ECE’s are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must be self-motivated, flexible, energetic and have the ability to build trust and positive relationships with children and their families.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Teaches gross motor skills, dramatic play, use of senses and science.
  • Supervises children in a variety of settings such as outdoors, in the classroom and in the sleep room.
  • Encourages children to participate, play cooperatively, problem solve, share and learn about safety.
  • Integrates separate individual programs for special needs children in with the regular program.
  • Assists with planning and organizing special events, field trips and parties.
  • Assists children with hygiene activities.
  • Responds to telephone enquiries, giving out information and taking messages.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills Required:

  • Early Childhood Education Diploma or Equivalency is considered an asset.
  • Registered member of the College of ECE is considered an asset.
  • Experience in the Child Care field.
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to follow direction and work independently.
  • Valid First aid/CPR.
  • Clear Vulnerable Sector Check.

Hours of Work:

Flexible schedule including early mornings and day shifts with no guarantee of hours, subject to Centre demands. Brockton Child Care Centre is open Monday to Friday from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Location:

Brockton Child Care Centre - 81 Cemetery Road, Walkerton

What we offer you:

  • Casual/Part-Time hours
  • Compensation range Non ECE - $18.75 - $19.75 per hour + potential for Pay Equity and $2 per hour Wage Enhancement Grant
  • Compensation range Registered ECE - $22.05 - $23.05 per hour + potential for Pay Equity and $2 per hour Wage Enhancement Grant
  • Eligible to enroll in OMERS pension plan.
  • Access to Employee Family Assistance Plan.

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing role within our organization. External candidates are invited to apply.

Applications:

Interested individuals should submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to the undersigned via the online form, e-mail or regular mail. This position will remain open until filled. It should be noted that only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

To apply for this opportunity, click on the 'Apply Now' button below.

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality of Brockton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Municipality of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button to submit an application for any of these employment opportunities. 

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Recruitment Guidelines

Please note that we only accept applications for advertised postings. Unsolicited resumes will not be accepted. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected, and will only be used for the purpose of candidate selection.

Submitting your application by email is recommended. You may also submit your cover letter and resume by fax, mail or drop it off in person. The Municipality of Brockton is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process; please make your needs known in advance.

Contact Us

Municipality of Brockton
100 Scott Street, P.O. Box 68, 
Walkerton, Ontario N0G 2V0, Canada

Phone: 519-881-2223,
Toll Free: 1-877-885-8084,
Fax: 519-881-2991

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