EHS Manager

Aecon•Brantford, ON

1d•CA$120,000 - CA$140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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 we: 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. 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? Aecon high-performance construction services to a broad array of industrial clients across the country and offers single-source solutions for multi-trade industrial construction and fabrication projects. Our Nuclear Team is seeking an experienced EHS Manager – Fabrication Facility to lead environmental, health and safety performance within our fabrication operations. This role will support Aecon’s integrated fabrication network and play a key leadership role in protecting our people, the environment, and the integrity of nuclear-safety-significant work. Supporting Aecon’s fabrication facilities in Cambridge and Brantford, this role will require travel between both locations. The EHS Manager will be responsible for embedding Aecon’s Environmental, Health & Safety Management System into daily fabrication activities, driving critical risk management, supporting nuclear safety culture, and enabling operational leaders to own EHS performance through coaching, systems, data, and visible field leadership.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of progressive EHS experience in construction, heavy industrial, fabrication, or similar environments, including at least 2 years leading a team
Direct experience in a fabrication shop, nuclear generating station, or nuclear supply-chain environment is strongly preferred
Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Occupational Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation required; CRST or CHSCO may be considered with a documented progression plan to CRSP
Working knowledge of ISO 45001, ISO 14001, Ontario OHSA and Regulation 851; awareness of ASME NQA-1 and CSA N286 is an asset
NCSO, COR Internal Auditor, ASP/CSP, or internal auditor certification are considered assets
Strong digital fluency with tools such as SiteDocs, Cority, PowerBI, Microsoft 365, and AI-enabled reporting or analysis tools
OPG or Bruce Power security clearance is strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

Direct experience in a fabrication shop, nuclear generating station, or nuclear supply-chain environment is strongly preferred
Awareness of ASME NQA-1 and CSA N286 is an asset
NCSO, COR Internal Auditor, ASP/CSP, or internal auditor certification are considered assets
OPG or Bruce Power security clearance is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead EHS performance across fabrication operations through visible field leadership, coaching, and proactive risk management
Implement and sustain Aecon’s EHS Management System, site-specific EHS plans, audits, corrective actions, and regulatory readiness
Drive Critical Risk Management and the APEX EHS Management system implementation, including critical control verifications, leading and lagging indicator reviews, and corrective action planning
Manage occupational health and industrial hygiene risks such as welding fume, confined spaces, noise, silica, ergonomics, PPE, respirator programs, painting activities, and exposure monitoring
Support environmental compliance, spill prevention and response, WHMIS/SDS management, waste segregation, inspections, and audits
Champion nuclear safety culture, human performance tools, Foreign Material Exclusion awareness, and procedural adherence
Lead, coach, and develop a team of EHS Advisors while promoting inclusion, accountability, and psychological safety
Represent Aecon with internal stakeholders, clients, regulators, the JHSC, subcontractors, vendors, and visitors on EHS matters