Advisor, EHS

Aecon • Edmonton, AB

2d • CA$90,000 - CA$100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future. The Safety/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. This position is based in Edmonton.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry in a Health and Safety role.
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety act and Regulations for Construction Projects.
• Strong knowledge of other Regulations, e.g. WHMIS, Asbestos in Construction, Designated Substances, Smoking in the Workplace.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong relationship management skills.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
• Valid G driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• OHS experience within Uttilities, Construction projects is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.
• Conduct Employee health and safety orientation and site specific safety orientation to workers, owners and clients.
• Train employees in fall protection, confined space entry, traffic protection, traffic control person, WHMIS, respiratory protection, emergency response.
• Coordinate training such as WHMIS, First Aid, etc.
• Conduct workplace inspections and audits.
• Conduct behavioral observation in the workplace.
• Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergency, traffic controls, fall protection.
• Distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment as needed to team members.
• Conduct safety presentations to clients and promote Aecon safety systems to potential industry clients.
• Participate as a visitor member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Conduct studies and analyze accident trends.
• Inspect project facilities and recommend corrective actions, & coordination of environmental issues.
• Work with the Claims Administrator, assist with workers compensation claims and associated activities.
• Develop return to work and modified work programs.
• Accident/Incident investigations.
• Mediate health and safety issues for resolution.
• Prepare and assist with external safety audits.

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are 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.
• Are 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed