EHS Advisor

Aecon Concessions; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and infrastructure leader in Cambridge, ON is hiring an Environment, Health and Safety Advisor. This role involves developing and overseeing safety programs within the nuclear sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Health and Safety, relevant certifications, and experience in a unionized environment. Aecon fosters diversity and inclusion, welcoming all applicants.

Benefits

Mental health support

Career development programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety within the nuclear or construction industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sub-contractors safety performance.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Support accountability in relation to Environment Health and Safety.
• Implement and oversee the Safety Management Program.
• Conduct audits and incident investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Safety management

Teamwork

Education

NSCO or CRSP designation

Post Secondary education in Health and Safety

Job description

Location: Cambridge, ON, CA

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. 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

The Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Advisor, reporting to the EHS Manager, will be engaged in the development, implementation, and oversight of the Aecon Safety Program for the Aecon Nuclear Fabrication Facilities. This position is located in Cambridge, ON and may require night shift and weekend work.

What You'll Do Here

• Work directly with EHS Manager and Fabrication team to support accountability in relation to Environment Health and Safety.
• Provide advisement and monitoring of the development, implementation, performance and effectiveness of the Safety Management Program, and all other EHS related plans.
• Notify Managers and Supervisors of any compliance issues associated with the work and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Have a field facing approach to safety management.
• Spend time in the field advising staff, modelling behaviour and re‑reinforcing standards.
• Ensure effective completion of project safety meetings and support or conduct audits and incident investigations.
• Take an advisor role in promoting injury prevention within a culture of health, safety and continuous improvement.
• Support the facility in notifications and event management.
• Train staff in the requirements of safety procedures.

What You Bring To The Team

• A designation such as NSCO or CRSP.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety within the nuclear or 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.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.

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.