Position Title:  Trainer, Hoisting & Rigging/Mobile Equipment

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 Hoisting & Rigging/ Mobile Equipment Trainer is responsible for training project staff on activities related to hoisting and rigging, spotting mobile equipment, and competency assessments for the operation of mobile equipment per project expectations and standard operating procedures.

What You'll Do Here:

• Responsible for training project employees on a variety of Environmental Health and Safety related programs.
• Primary focus on Hoisting & Rigging, Elevating Work Platform, Forklift Operation, Work at Heights, Supervisor Training, First Aid, etc.
• Collaborates across the local organization and with Subject Matter Experts to gather expectations, develop or enhance training content, share best practices, and coordinate program requirements.
• Create an environment conducive to learning for employees.
• Provide timely feedback to management and supervisors relating to employee competency.
• Establish measurable goals and levels of competency of each trainee.
• Document all training in accordance with established legislative standards and project governance.
• Promote a safety culture that supports continuous improvement in the EHS management system through active communication, participation and development of skills.
• Fosters a positive safety culture in which trainees’ value safety.

What You Bring to the Team:

• A working knowledge of Provincial OHS Legislation.
• Extensive knowledge of BTU trades and work practices.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Construction and/or training within the construction industry.
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Train the Trainer Qualifications in programs such as Work at Heights, Liftow, Red Cross, etc.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in teams.
• Ability to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple, concurrent assignments and tasks.
• Comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability.
• Knowledge of project management concepts.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Willingness to contribute toward, and assist colleagues with projects across functional areas and outside of primary responsibilities to contribute toward the overall team’s success.

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, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.