Advisor, EHS

Aecon Concessions; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an EHS Advisor, where your expertise in health, safety, and environmental management will be pivotal in promoting a culture of safety across all levels. In this role, you will conduct safety orientations, develop comprehensive safety plans, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. This innovative firm is dedicated to building sustainable infrastructure while prioritizing the well-being of its employees and the communities it serves. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of health and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and wellness programs

Career development programs

Inclusive work environment

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in health and safety roles.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety orientations and training for employees.
• Develop and implement worksite safety plans and emergency procedures.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Environmental Compliance

Training and Development

Incident Investigation

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Certification in Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns to [e-mail]

Date: Apr 24, 2025

Location: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, CA

Operating Sector: 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.

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!

The Opportunity:

The EHS Advisor 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 will support our Industrial Division at Giant Mine. Workers will be provided with accommodations and be required to work a rotational schedule.

What you'll do here:

• Conduct safety orientation to workers, owners, and clients.
• Train employees on Aecon Health, Safety, and Environmental Manual.
• Train or coordinate training for employees (e.g., fall protection, confined space entry, WHMIS, respiratory protection, emergency response).
• Conduct workplace inspections, behavior-based observations, and audits.
• Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
• Develop worksite safety plans – such as emergency plans, environmental, or site safety plans.
• Distribute safety material, supplies, and equipment.
• Deliver safety presentations to clients.
• Promote the Aecon safety system to potential industry clients.
• Conduct studies and analyze EHS data trends.
• Recommend and monitor corrective actions.
• Assist with workers' compensation claims.
• Develop return-to-work and modified work programs.
• Investigate incidents.
• Mediate health and safety issues for resolution.
• Liaise with government agencies as required.
• Prepare and assist with external safety audits.
• Coordinate environmental issues.
• Gather and provide EHS-based statistics.

What you bring to the team:

• Successful applicants must possess a minimum of 3-5 years of experience.

Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy; excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Excellent meeting and training facilitation skills.

Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment.

Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.

We are committed to fostering 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.