Position Title:  EHS Advisor

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!

What is the Opportunity?

As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon Nuclear has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation to support the construction of Canada’s first Small Modular Reactor on the SMR-X Project. In 2023 Aecon has started to support the validation phase, design, procurement, early site preparation and site mobilization scope for the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

Reporting to the EHS Manager, the EHS Advisor actively promotes a healthy and safe culture to all levels of employees within the organization to ensure compliance with regulations, safe work practices and procedures.

Please note that this role requires night shifts and flexible working hours. 

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
• Train project staff in the requirements of conventional safety procedures;
• Track and report safety-related statistics, manage Return to Work, Modified duties cases at the field level;
• Additional detailed requirements as outlined in the Project Specific EHS and related programs
• Support Human Performance program activities
• Assist in development of JSA, High Hazard, Critical Lifting and Handling forms and audit same in the field.
• Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Conduct behavioural observation in the workplace.
• Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
• Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergencies, traffic controls, fall protection.
• Distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment.
• Safety presentations to clients.
• Conduct studies and analyze accident trends.
• Inspects project facilities and recommends corrective actions.
• Co-ordinate activities of site-safety coordinators.
• Working with the Claims Administrator assists with workers compensation claims and associated activities.
• Develop return to work and modified work programs.
• Accident/Incident investigations.
• Mediate health and safety issues for resolution.
• Liaise with Government agencies.
• Prepare and assist with external safety audits.
• Coordination of environmental issues.
• Gather and provide statistical information to estimating for tender packages.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

• A designation such as CHSO or CRSP
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety within the nuclear construction industry
• Relevant Post Secondary education or equivalent experience in the Health and Safety field
• A Team Player that accepts and can manage change regularly
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage sub-contractors safety performance
• Emergency Planning and Hot Work Procedures
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds and climb ladders, if required
• Must be comfortable with different work locations and job sites
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines

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.