Position Title:  Advisor, EHS

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 First. 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!

About Us 

The Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and AtkinsRealis located in Kincardine, Ontario. Shoreline Power Group is the centerpiece of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program which replaces the main components of 6 reactors at the Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of calandria tubes, pressure tubes, and feeders as well as construction management and trade labor. This project is part of Bruce Power’s Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power’s CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064.

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Advisor reports to the EHS Manager through the Departmental Lead(s) and is responsible to provide health and safety advice and assistance to the projects Line Supervisors.  The EHS Advisor will audit the Project EHS Programs and work with the line organization to develop corrective actions with the goal of continuously improving health and safety in the workplace.  The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Advisor reports to the EHS Manager through the Departmental Lead(s) and is responsible to provide health and safety advice and assistance to the projects Line Supervisors.  The EHS Advisor will audit the Project EHS Programs and work with the line organization to develop corrective actions with the goal of continuously improving health and safety in the workplace. 

What You'll Do Here 

•    Support project specific conventional safety and environmental management plans and procedures including; inspections, audits, observation and coaching, Worker Trades Committee and JHSC
•    Mentor project staff in the requirements of conventional safety procedures
•    Track and report safety-related statistics
•    Support the management of Return to Work and Modified duties cases at the field level
•    Support Human Performance Program activities
•    Speaking in front of/to (large) work groups
•    Assist in development of JSA/SWP, High Hazard, Critical Lifting and Handling forms, Confined space and dropped object prevention and audit same in the field
•    Additional detailed requirements as outlined in the Project Specific EHS and EHS management plan
•    Walkdown jobsite and ensure controls are in place as per plan. Review JARR cards, pre-job briefs, hot work permits, safe lift plans, LOTO, etc.
•    Report all accidents, incidents (conventional or radiological safety), near misses, unsafe conditions and behaviours to the Safety Manager immediately
•    Assist Line Supervisors in accident, incident, near miss investigations and ensure all documentation is completed and distributed as required
•    Post and maintain Safety bulletins, posters, distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment
•    Develop and deliver presentations to workers, sub-contractors, and clients
•    Responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of EHS
•    Perform inspections and audits; formal and informal
•    Immediately stop work activity when unsafe acts or conditions exist and immediately inform site management
•    Maintain files of safety related paperwork such JARR cards, PJB etc.
•    Ensure that corrective actions have been taken whenever safety deficiencies have been identified
•    Participate in daily tailboard and weekly safety meetings
•    Mentor and coach craft and supervision in the field with regards to safety roles and responsibilities
•    Other duties as assigned
 

What You Bring To the Team

•    Experience in Health and Safety within the construction industry
•    Relevant Post-Secondary education or equivalent experience in the Health and Safety field
•    A designation such as CHSO, CRSP or NCSO is preferred
•    Working knowledge of applicable Ontario/nuclear Health and Safety Acts and Regulations
•    Experience working in a unionized environment
•    Incident Investigation training/experience considered an asset
•    Experience in nuclear considered an asset
•    A team player that accepts and can manage change regularly and timely
•    Demonstrated Leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
•    Strong computer skills with advanced skills in Word and Excel
 

Physical Demands 

•    Various work locations in both field and office
•    Standing/sitting for long periods
•    Travel as necessary
•    Ability to walk long distances and traverse stairs as required
•    Work in assorted respirators (clean shaven as required) and plastics (as required)
•    Work at heights
•    Radiological environments
•    Working shift work, weekends, days, nights, and holidays as required

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.