Position Title:  Environmental Safety Co-op (4-Months)

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.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• 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. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon has been awarded a contract in an Aecon-led partnership with Kiewit Nuclear Canada by Ontario Power Generation (OPG) for the execution phase on the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario. Beginning in 2025 Aecon will support the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

The Environmental Safety Co-op is a highly motivated self-starter who will assist in various areas of our project. Please note, this is a 4-month work term.

What You'll Do Here:

• Support with components, programs, and associated documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly environmental performance dashboards including metrics and KPIs as well as data required to support the Corporate Sustainability program.
• Assist in the tracking of environmental training completion.
• Assist in the completion and tracking of environmental inspections.
• Support the Environmental Manager in the development and updates of Environmental Management Plans.
• Support the EHS audit process of selected projects as identified and required by the Senior EHS Management Team.
• Provide general administrative support to the Environmental Manager, including but not limited to, research and document management/creation.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Currently enrolled in a university or college degree/diploma in environment-related field.
• Knowledge of environmental management systems is an asset.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience in preparing reports.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills are required.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work effectively with minimal direction.
• Effective organizational skills to meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a high-pressure work environment.
• Collaborative team approach and ability to build successful working relationships with clients and project teams.
• Valid G license is required.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non-status), Metis and Inuit.

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. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.