What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advisor, EHS position at Aecon Group?
Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.
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.
- Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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!
Reporting to the EH&S Director, the EH&S Advisor will be responsible for providing health and safety advice and assistance to their respective project team. The EH&S Advisor will audit the Project EH&S Programs and work with the line organization to develop corrective actions with the goal of continuously improving health and safety in the workplace.
What You'll Do Here
- Promote, educate, and reinforce Company Safety Policies and Regulatory Standards
- 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
- Complete and document EH&S field inspections, observations, and incident investigation reports
- Ensure proper case management for any work-related injuries or illness
- Support field activities
What You Bring To The Team
- Minimum 5 years of EH&S management experience within the construction industry
- Degree in Occupational Safety, or related field (Preferred)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience conducting safety related activities including, not limited to
- Construction Safety Orientation
- Construction Safety Audits
- Implementing countermeasures for systemic problems that did not minimize risk or that lead to illness/injuries
- Formally tracking and reporting illness/injury data to project leadership
- Leading construction safety meetings with trade workers, project engineers/management, construction safety professionals, etc.
- A team player that accepts and can manage change regularly
- Demonstrated leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
- Knowledge of applicable consensus standards i.e. NFPA 70E/CSA Z462
- Required:
- OSHA 30 Construction Industry Outreach Program (U.S.)
- OSHA 510 Construction Industry Standards (U.S.)
- Preferred:
- A recognized, independent third-party safety certification. Examples: CSP/ASP, SMS, CHST, STSC, CSHO, CSHT, CRSP, etc.
- OSHA 500 Construction Industry Train the Trainer (indicates the ability to communicate safety information to others) (U.S.)
- Experience developing or improving a construction safety management system or process:
- Writing a contractor safety manual, Site Specific Safety Plan, etc.
- Developing a process for JSA review and approval
- Developing a construction safety orientation program
- Developing a site audit program
- Implementing a line-side management review process for safety
- Experience leading successful interactions with any Federal/Provincial/State inspections, e.g. OSHA, Ministry of Labor, Fire Marshall, etc.
Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the EEOC during any step of the application process, please click here.
At Aecon, we deeply appreciate the dedication and skills cultivated through military service. We encourage veterans to apply, recognizing the diverse perspective, resilience, and leadership abilities you bring. Your experiences are invaluable assets as we strive towards our shared goals.
