Safety Advisor - Night Shift

Aecon Group Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental

RRSP with company matching

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

ONxpress Civils is seeking a Health & Safety professional to lead hazard assessments, ensure regulatory compliance and deliver training across rail construction sites. The role includes incident investigations, safety inspections, and developing site-specific safety plans with project teams.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in heavy civil safety, a Diploma or Degree in OH&S, and rail construction familiarity. A valid G-class license and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification is an asset.
• CROR certification and PTS certification preferred.
• G-class driver’s license is a must.
• Experience on rail construction projects is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety Act and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Hazard assessment and management on construction sites to mitigate health, safety and security risks.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with health and safety regulations and standards.
• Provide safety training and educational materials to workers and site managers.
• Support incident investigations and reporting, determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits of construction sites and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to develop site-specific health and safety plans.

Skills

Hazard assessment

Regulatory compliance

Safety training

Incident investigation

Site inspections

Rail construction knowledge

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

NCSO certification (asset)

Tools

CROR certification

PTS certification

Job description

Who We Are

Metrolinx’s GO Expansion program is delivering more GO service across the network, including the capacity to deliver two-way service every 15 minutes or better on core routes. Work is already underway on new track, station renovations and infrastructure upgrades on parts of the Lakeshore, Stouffville, Kitchener and Barrie lines. The investment will generate thousands of new jobs and economic opportunities across the region. The ONxpress Civil Joint Venture is comprised of Aecon Infrastructure Management Inc. and FCC Canada Ltd. This multidisciplinary team leads the delivery of civil and track works, leveraging global expertise to introduce innovative solutions across the GO Transit network.

What You’ll Do:

• Hazard Assessment and Management: Conducting comprehensive hazard assessments of construction sites and implementing measures to mitigate health, safety and security risks to ensure the safety of all workers and visitors.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that all construction activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations, codes, and standards set forth by local authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Training and Education: Providing training sessions and educational materials to construction workers and site managers on safety protocols, procedures, and best practices to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Supporting Incident Investigation and Reporting: Investigating accidents, incidents, and near misses on construction sites, determining root causes, and implementing corrective actions to prevent similar occurrences in the future. They also ensure that all incidents are accurately documented and reported as per regulatory requirements.
• Safety Inspections and Audits: Conducting regular inspections and audits of construction sites to assess compliance with safety standards, identify potential hazards, and recommend corrective actions to improve safety performance.
• Safety Planning and Implementation: Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive site-specific health and safety plans for construction projects. They support the implementation of these plans, monitor progress, and adjust as necessary to ensure ongoing safety throughout the project lifecycle.

What You Bring:

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience working in a heavy civil construction Health and Safety position.
• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field.
• Completed or working towards a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification is considered an asset.
• CROR certification is preferred.
• PTS certificatoin is preferred.
• A valid G-class driver's license is a must.
• Experience working on rail construction projects is an asset. Familiar with rail construction terminology
• Strong knowledge of the Health and Safety Act, and legislation.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to project management teams, subcontractors, and clients as required
• Ability to respond to unanticipated events.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Availability to work night shift hours which can range from 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM

Expected compensation for this role is between $70,000.00-90,000.00 annually. Base salaries are determined according to multiple factors including skills, experience and potential impact on the role. In addition to base salary ONxpress also offers a comprehensive medical and dental program, RRSP with company matching and the potential to participate in our discretionary, performance based bonus program.

This role is a newly created position.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, ONxpress 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 ONxpress’ AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified ONxpress team members.

This position is with ONxpress Civils (“CJV” aka the Design & Construction team); the project segment responsible for the modernization and modification of the key area network, including countless innovations in the way the regional rail infrastructure is built.

We value diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of whether they meet 100% of the qualifications listed. If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we welcome your application and the opportunity to consider you for the position.

We are an Equal Employer. Should you need any accommodation through the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] .