Quart de nuit - Conseiller santé, sécurité - Health and Safety Advisor

Aecon • Montreal, QC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Aecon is hiring for the Port of Montréal Contrecœur Terminal Expansion — the largest port expansion project in Canadian history. This nation‑building project is increasing container capacity by 60% and shaping the future of Canadian trade. If you’re looking to work on complex marine and heavy civil construction alongside industry leaders, this is where your impact truly matters.

Aecon is a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, building the essential structures that allow future generations to thrive. We are leading some of the most important infrastructure projects of our generation, driving transformative change in transportation and energy, and partnering daily to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, we are committed to ensuring a safe and inclusive recruitment process. If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation, please contact our accommodation team at [email protected]. Please include the job ID, job title, and recruiter name in your email. We strive to respond to all accommodation requests within 48 hours. All information regarding these requests will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening and review of applications. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Use Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified members of the Aecon team.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in health and safety on major construction projects, ideally in civil engineering, heavy infrastructure, port, or industrial projects.
• Excellent knowledge of Québec H&S legislation (CNESST) and standards applicable to large-scale construction sites.
• Proven experience working in complex construction environments with high levels of concurrent activities and multiple subcontractors.
• Relevant H&S certifications (ASP Construction, first aid, lockout/tagout, confined spaces, etc.).
• Strong leadership in the field, natural authority, influencing skills, and sound judgment.
• Excellent communication skills and strong report-writing abilities.
• Required fluency in French; functional English is an asset.
• Availability to work full-time on the construction site.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Health & Safety (H&S) reference on the construction site and support project management in implementing best practices in health and safety.
• Deploy, apply, and ensure compliance with the H&S Prevention Program in accordance with CNESST requirements, contractual obligations, and corporate standards.
• Identify, analyze, and control critical risks associated with heavy construction work (civil engineering, marine works, lifting operations, excavation, equipment traffic, concurrent activities).
• Conduct daily field inspections, H&S audits, and behavioral observations, and ensure follow-up on corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; analyze root causes; and recommend sustainable preventive measures.
• Lead and coordinate H&S committees, toolbox meetings, training sessions, and awareness activities for site teams and subcontractors.
• Maintain a proactive presence in the field to promote a “zero accident” culture.
• Work closely with project, engineering, construction, and subcontractor teams to integrate H&S considerations into work planning.
• Produce H&S reports, performance indicators (KPIs), and statistics required by management and stakeholders.
• Act as a coach and mentor to more junior H&S advisors when required.

Benefits

• Support for mental, emotional, and physical well-being for you and your family.
• Career building through Aecon University and leadership programs.
• Commitment to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments through initiatives like equity, diversity, and inclusion training, Aecon Women in Construction, Aecon Diversity in Trades, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Leadership in sustainable construction, with a firm commitment to reducing environmental impact and impact on surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

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