Position Title:  Occupational Nurse

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

In partnership with GE Hitachi and SNC-Lavalin, Aecon has executed a six-year alliance agreement with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to deliver North America’s first grid-scale Small Modular Reactor (SMR) through the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario. The work will be carried out under an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model. Beginning in 2023 Aecon will 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 directly to the EHS Manager the Occupational Nurse will be a resource to the Environmental Health & Safety Department on various medical, occupational health or preventative initiatives for the DNNP. The position is intended to assist in providing as much care at the site as is reasonably possible.

What is the Opportunity?

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and responsible for securing and developing all records, equipment and programs related to occupational health services. 
• Provide first aid at site for RFR personnel, evaluate and treat injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of practice and consistent with clinical nursing guidelines. 
• Provide post injury follow up with personnel
• Maintain treatment log
• Maintain first aid cabinet and first aid room supplies
• Monitor and maintain documentation on any modified or restricted duty cases
• Develop and support early and safe return to normal duty plan
• Provide wellness information to RFR personnel
• Liaise with internal claims management staff, WSIB and medical personnel regarding any claims /case related issues
• Provide basic vision test for personnel as required

What You Bring to the Team:

• Must be a registered nurse in the province of Ontario
• Basic understanding of regulations applicable to occupational and environmental health and safety
• Detail oriented and have the ability to multitask
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Occupational nursing accreditation or direct construction site experience preferred
• Ability to manage cases with a view to providing site based treatment whenever possible

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.