Field Safety Advisor

Aecon Concessions; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Concessions in Bowmanville, ON, is hiring a Field Safety Advisor to promote a healthy and safe culture across our nuclear construction project at Darlington site. The role supports safety and environmental plans, inspections, audits, and coaching to meet regulatory standards and Aecon's safety values.

You’ll train staff, track safety metrics, develop JSA and high hazard procedures, participate in Joint Health and Safety Committees, and coordinate with government agencies.

Qualifications

• CHSO or CRSP designation required.
• Minimum 5 years of health and safety in nuclear construction.
• Post-secondary education in safety field or equivalent.
• Ability to manage subcontractor safety performance.
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds and climb ladders.
• Must be comfortable with multiple work sites.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Inclusion and diversity champion.

Responsibilities

• Support project safety and environmental management plans, inspections, audits, and JHSC.
• Train staff on conventional safety procedures.
• Track safety statistics and manage Return to Work cases.
• Develop JSA, High Hazard, and lifting forms and audit in the field.
• Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Conduct behavioural safety observations in the workplace.
• Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
• Develop site emergency plans and traffic controls.

Skills

CHSO/CRSP designation

5+ years nuclear safety

Leadership abilities

Strong communication

Flexible schedule

Education

Post-secondary education in safety

Job description

Location: Bowmanville, ON, CA

Position Title: Field Safety Advisor

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well‑being.
• Be intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Be committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future‑building projects, join our best‑in‑class team.

What is the Opportunity?

As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon has been awarded a contract in an Aecon‑led partnership with Kiewit Nuclear Canada by Ontario Power Generation (OPG) for the execution phase on the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) in Clarington, Ontario. Beginning in 2025 Aecon will support the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

The EHS Advisor actively promotes a healthy and safe culture to all levels of employees within the organization to ensure compliance with regulations, safe work practices and procedures.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Support project specific conventional safety and environmental management plans and procedures including; inspections, audits, observation and coaching, Worker Trades Committee and JHSC
• Train project staff in the requirements of conventional safety procedures;
• Track and report safety‑related statistics, manage Return to Work, Modified duties cases at the field level;
• Additional detailed requirements as outlined in the Project Specific EHS and related programs
• Support Human Performance program activities
• Assist in development of JSA, High Hazard, Critical Lifting and Handling forms and audit same in the field.
• Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Conduct behavioural observation in the workplace.
• Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
• Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergencies, traffic controls, fall protection.
• Distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment.
• Safety presentations to clients.
• Conduct studies and analyze accident trends.
• Inspects project facilities and recommends corrective actions.
• Co‑ordinate activities of site‑safety coordinators.
• Working with the Claims Administrator assists with workers compensation claims and associated activities.
• 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.
• Coordination of environmental issues.
• Gather and provide statistical information to estimating for tender packages.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Team:

• CHSO or CRSP designation
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety within the nuclear 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
• Able to lift at least 50 pounds and climb ladders, if required
• Must be comfortable with different work locations and job sites
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines
• Valid Driver’s License

Reason for Vacancy: New

Pay Range: $85,000 - $ 110 ,000 per year

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

We strongly encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply to work with us on the Darlington New Nuclear Project. At Aecon, Indigenous is an umbrella term for First Nations (status and non‑status), Metis and Inuit.

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.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.