Advisor, EHS

Overview

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.

Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.

Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our people, just like they invest in us.

What is the Opportunity?

Faster. Smarter. Safer.

This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we are looking for an EHS Advisor to help us get there.

The EHS Advisor will be responsible to actively promote a health, safety, and environmental culture to all levels of employees with the policies and procedures of Aecon’s Health, Safety and Environmental Manual. This EHS Advisor will work with our Electrical Projects Construction team.

What You'll Do Here

Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

Conduct employee health and safety orientation and site-specific safety orientation to workers, owners, and clients.

Train employees in fall protection, confined space entry, traffic protection, traffic control person, WHMIS, respiratory protection, emergency response.

Coordinate training such as WHMIS, First Aid, Forklift, Propane, etc.

Conduct workplace inspections and audits.

Conduct behavioral observation in the workplace.

Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergency, traffic controls, fall protection.

Distribute safety material, supplies, and equipment as needed to team members.

Conduct safety presentations to clients and promote Aecon safety systems to potential industry clients.

Participate as a guest of the Joint Health and Safety Committees.

Conduct studies and analyze accident trends.

Inspect project facilities and recommend corrective actions; coordinate environmental issues.

Assist with workers’ compensation claims and associated activities.

Develop return-to-work and modified work programs.

Accident / Incident investigations.

Mediates health and safety issues for resolution.

Prepare and assist with internal and external safety audits.

What You Bring To The Team

Must have previous experience in the construction industry in a Health and Safety role.

Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Construction Projects.

Experience with project-based environments.

Strong knowledge of other Regulations, e.g., Electrical Utilities Safety Rules.

Must have an NCSO designation.

Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive.

Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.

Excellent verbal and written communication with strong relationship management skills.

Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.

Valid G driver’s license.

Compensation and Additional Details

The expected salary for this position is $70,000–$100,000. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience and unique skills.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.

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