Position Title:  Advisor, Safety

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? 
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're looking for an EHS Advisor to help us get there!   

The Safety/EHS Advisor will be responsible to actively promote a healthy, safe and environmentally sound culture to all levels of employees with the policies and procedures of Aecon’s Health, Safety and Environmental Manual. ***This position is based in Washington D.C and some travel will be required.

What You'll Do Here:

• Support project specific conventional safety and environmental management plans and procedures, including: inspections, audits, observation and coaching, worker trade unions, or committee(s) and the JHSC

• Site specific safety orientation to workers, owners and clients, and any visitors to the project site(s)
• Train and/or coordinate training for employees in Aecon’s Environmental, Health & Safety Manual, fall protection, confined space entry, traffic protection, traffic control person, SDS, respiratory protection, emergency response
• Coordinate/Conduct training such as SDS, First Aid, Forklift, etc.
• Track and report safety-related statistics, manage Return-to-Work program & modified duties cases at the field level
• Conduct behavioral based observation inspections in the workplace
• Conduct site safety inspections using SiteDocs software (familiarity with SiteDocs not required)
• Update Safety Data Sheets, as required
• Develop workplace safety plans – such as emergency evacuations (Emergency Response Plan), fire emergency, traffic controls, fall protection, etc.
• Order safety related PPE for projects
• Distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment for projects
• Assist in the development of JHA’s, Safe Work Procedures in High-Risk Activities, Critical Lift Plans & Material Handling 
• Promote the Aecon Safety Program and EHS Management System to potential industry clients
• Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees
• Conduct statistical studies and analyze incident trends
• Inspect project facilities and recommend follow up on corrective actions
• Work with the Claims Administrator to assist with workers compensation claims and associated activities
• Assist in incident investigations
• Mediate health and safety issues for resolution
• Prepare and assist with external safety audits (OSHA/client)
• Coordination of environmental issues
• Support Human Resources with Respect in the Workplace events

What You Bring to the Team:

• A minimum of 5 years working experience as an EHS Advisor, Field Safety Representative, or Safety Coordinator
• 3 years of experience in utility (power, telecom, and/or oil & gas) construction health and safety (CUSP preferred)
• Underground utility installation and construction safety experience is preferred
• Familiar with construction terminology
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Safety & Health legislation for Construction
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive
• Ability to work in a team environment

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.