At the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), every role contributes to something bigger: keeping people safe as Ontario’s electricity system evolves.

As Ontario’s delegated administrative authority for electrical safety, our team of more than 550 professionals work across homes, businesses and infrastructure to reduce risk, prevent harm and strengthen public confidence in the electrical system.

If you’re looking for meaningful work that combines technical excellence, public service and real-world impact, you’ll find it here.

What We Do

• Administer key regulations under the Electricity Act, 1998

• Enforce the Ontario Electrical Safety Code

• License Electrical Contractors and Master Electricians

• Oversee electrical product safety and distribution system safety

Our Impact

• Enable safe electrification and innovation

• Reduce risk and prevent harm across Ontario’s electrical system

• Strengthen public trust in the province’s energy infrastructure

Our Reach

• 550+ professionals across Ontario

• Supporting homes, businesses and large-scale infrastructure

• Shaping a safer, more electrified future for all

Learn more about ESA.

Everything we do starts with our people.

As Ontario’s electricity system evolves, so do we. Strong teams — built on trust, respect and diverse perspectives — are essential to delivering on our safety mandate in a time of transformation.

At ESA, we’re focused on creating a workplace where people are supported to grow, contribute and lead. Inclusion is reflected in how we work, make decisions and support one another.

Guided by the Global Diversity and Inclusion Benchmark, our IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility) strategy focuses on:

• Diversifying representation across our sector

• Strengthening inclusive leadership and accountability

• Fostering a respectful, supportive work environment  

When people are supported and empowered, they do their best work, and that’s how we deliver safer outcomes for Ontarians.

ESA is a signatory to Electricity Human Resources Canada’s Leadership Accord on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion — a public leadership commitment to advance inclusion and remove barriers to equitable participation in the workplace.

We hold ourselves accountable to this commitment at all levels of our organization, including the makeup of our leadership.

At ESA:

• The Board and senior leadership are comprised of individuals with diverse perspectives, experiences and sector expertise

• There is gender parity at both the Executive and Board levels

• The majority of the Executive Leadership Team members are women

Representation at the top strengthens governance, decision-making and the culture we build across ESA.

A diverse and inclusive workforce is not just good for people. It is essential for helping our sector deliver on its ambitious growth agenda and support Ontario’s economic future.

Meet ESA's Board of Directors, Officers & Executives.

ESA partners with organizations that help expand access to meaningful careers in the electrical field.

We work with the IBEW 353 Pathways Program to support women entering the electrical sector through mentorship and guidance.

Learn more about the IBEW 353 Pathways Program

We also collaborate with Indigenous Skills, Education, Apprenticeship and Development (ISEAD) to support community-led training and create pathways to Master Electrician and Electrical Contractor licences for Indigenous journeypersons.  

These partnerships help strengthen representation and opportunity across Ontario’s electrical sector.

Ontario's communities are diverse — and serving them well requires a wide range of skills and perspectives. That’s why we’re committed to fair, inclusive and accessible recruitment practices, and why we continue to make intentional structural changes to reduce barriers and support equitable hiring.

We welcome applications from candidates with a broad range of backgrounds, lived experiences and skill sets.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact careers@electricalsafety.on.ca.

Culture at ESA shapes how we work and how we carry out our responsibility to protect people and property across Ontario.

Our teams operate with a shared commitment to safety, accountability, integrity and inclusion. These values guide how we make decisions, collaborate across disciplines and respond to emerging risks in a changing electricity landscape.

A strong internal culture allows us to deliver consistent, trusted oversight — and to support the people, businesses and communities who rely on us.

ESA's Cultural Attributes

• Safety: We put safety at the core of all that we do.

• People Focused: We put ourselves in others’ shoes, understanding the needs of our staff, our stakeholders and the people we serve.

• Accountable: We commit to our goals, to each other, and deliver results that matter.

• Inclusive: We encourage and value differences, recognizing that diverse perspectives strengthen our work.

• Courage & Integrity: We engage in honest conversations in the best interest of our safety purpose, treating our staff, regulated communities, stakeholders and partners with respect.

• Adaptive: We continuously assess our environment and evolve to meet emerging challenges.

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employees at every stage of their careers. 

• Competitive compensation 

• Comprehensive pension and benefits plans

• Employee recognition programs 

• Career development and leadership opportunities

• Employee assistance and wellness supports 

We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive — professionally and personally.

These numbers reflect the reach, responsibility and real-world impact of the work we do.

View ESA's Corporate Reports.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, a values-driven organization and the opportunity to make a real difference in Ontario’s electrical safety, we invite you to explore a career with the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA).

Join a team of professionals passionate about protecting people and strengthening safety across the province.

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to grow your expertise, ESA offers opportunities to learn, lead and make an impact every day.

We want you to have a positive, transparent, and engaging experience throughout the recruitment process.

We are committed to removing barriers that candidates may experience in our recruitment process. Please email careers@electricalsafety.on.ca with any accommodation requests, or if there is anything we can do to enable your inclusive participation in the process.

Here’s what you can expect:

1. Position Posted – Opportunities are shared on our Careers Site and other relevant channels.

2. Position Closed – Once the posting closes, we begin reviewing applications.

3. Application Review and Shortlisting – We carefully review, assess, and screen all applications. Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted directly.

4. Preliminary Testing (if applicable) – Assessment of job‑related skills or competencies may be required. French‑language testing will be conducted for bilingual positions.

5. Interviews for Shortlisted Candidates – Interviews may include behavioural, situational, and technical questions. Depending on the role, there may be more than one interview. Candidates are encouraged to prepare using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).

After interviews are complete, we provide an update to all candidates who participated once hiring decisions have been made.