EHS Advisor: Safety & Compliance Specialist

Aecon Concessions; Sicamous; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon is seeking an EHS Advisor to promote a health, safety and environmental culture across a major Sicamous project. Reporting to the EHS Manager, you will lead site onboarding, training and inspections to ensure compliance with Aecon’s policies.

You will coordinate WHMIS, First Aid and other safety trainings, develop emergency plans, and liaise with government agencies. Night shift work is required; a valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a Health & Safety role within construction.
• WorkSafeBC Occupational First Aid Attendant Level 3 is required.
• CRSP and/or COR Auditor required.
• NCSO is required.
• Strong knowledge of WorkSafe BC legislation.
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy; excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site-specific safety orientation to workers, owners and clients.
• Train supervisors and staff on Aecon Health, Safety and Environmental Manual.
• Deliver training on fall protection, confined space entry, WHMIS, etc.
• Coordinate training such as WHMIS, First Aid, Forklift, Propane.
• Conduct workplace inspections and audits.
• Perform behavioural observations in the workplace.
• Update MSDS as required.
• Develop workplace emergency plans (evacuations, fire, traffic controls).
• Distribute safety materials, supplies and equipment.
• Give safety presentations to clients.
• Promote Aecon safety system to potential clients.
• Participate in Joint Health and Safety Committees.

Skills

MS Office

Night shift

Strong communication

Education

WorkSafeBC Occupational First Aid Attendant Level 3

CRSP

COR Auditor

NCSO

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Aecon is seeking an EHS Advisor to promote a health, safety and environmental culture across a major Sicamous project. Reporting to the EHS Manager, you will lead site onboarding, training and inspections to ensure compliance with Aecon’s policies.

You will coordinate WHMIS, First Aid and other safety trainings, develop emergency plans, and liaise with government agencies. Night shift work is required; a valid driver’s license is needed.