EHS Advisor

Fraser Crossing Partners, selected by the Province of British Columbia to design, build and partially finance the project, is a 50 / 50 joint venture between Aecon and Acciona. The new four-lane cable-stayed bridge over the Fraser River will provide network connections to New Westminster and Surrey, feature a centre safety median barrier and wider lanes to accommodate both passenger and commercial vehicles, and have dedicated walking and cycling lanes. The project also includes the construction of connecting roadways on the north and south sides of the bridge, grade separations on Highway 17, and the removal of the existing bridge once the new bridge is complete.

Reporting to the EHS Manager, the EHS Advisor will be responsible to actively promote a health, safety and environmental culture to all levels of employees with the policies and procedures of Aecon’s Health, Safety and Environmental Manual. The Pattullo Bridge project is located in the lower mainland connecting the communities of Surrey and New Westminster.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site-specific safety orientation to workers, owners and clients.
• Train supervisors and staff on Aecon Health, Safety and Environmental Manual.
• Train employees in fall protection, confined space entry, traffic protection, traffic control person, WHMIS, respiratory protection, and emergency response.
• Coordinate training such as WHMIS, First Aid, Forklift, Propane, etc.
• Conduct workplace inspections and audits.
• Conduct behavioural observations in the workplace.
• Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
• Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergency, traffic controls, and fall protection.
• Distribute safety materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Deliver safety presentations to clients.
• Promote the Aecon safety system to potential industry clients.
• Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Conduct studies and analyze accident trends.
• Inspect project facilities and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate activities of site-safety coordinators.
• Assist with workers compensation claims and associated activities with the Claims Administrator.
• Develop return to work and modified work programs.
• Mediate health and safety issues for resolution.
• Liaise with Government agencies.
• Prepare and assist with external safety audits.
• Coordinate environmental issues.
• Gather and provide statistical information to estimating for tender packages.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience in the construction industry in a Health and Safety role.
• WorkSafeBC Occupational First Aid Attendant Level 3 is required.
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) and/or Certificate of Recognition (COR) Auditor required.
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) is required.
• Strong knowledge of WorkSafe BC legislation.
• Ability and experience working night shifts.
• Background in Training and/or Education and/or experience delivering EHS Training programs to individuals and groups.
• 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.

The expected pay range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000.