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 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?

Aecon Civil Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country.

We are currently seeking our next EHS Advisor who will be responsible for actively promoting a health, safety and environmental culture to all levels of employees with the policies and procedures of Aecon’s Health, Safety and Environmental Manual.  This role is located within the GTA on a live onsite project. 
 

What You'll Do Here:

• Training Lead- Facilitation of the following courses:
• Project health and safety orientation and onboarding.
• Site-specific safety training.
• Training supervisors and staff on Aecon Health, Safety and Environmental Manual.
• Training employees in traffic protection, traffic control person, WHMIS, respiratory protection, emergency response.
• Coordinate training such as WHMIS, First Aid, Propane, working at heights, Confined space, elevated work platform, etc.
• Conduct workplace inspections and audits.
• Conduct behavioral observation in the workplace.
• Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
• Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergency, traffic controls, fall protection.
• Distribution of safety material supplies and equipment.
• Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Analyze and maintain records and certifications relating to worker training .
•  Inspects project facilities and recommends corrective actions.
• 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.
• Gather and provide statistical information to estimating for tender packages.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry in a Health and Safety role.
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations in Ontario 
• Strong knowledge of WSIB.
• Strong knowledge of other Regulations, e.g. WHMIS, Asbestos in Construction, Designated Substances, Smoking in the Workplace.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with others as a team.
• Valid driver’s license.

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.