EHS Advisor (17216)
EHS Advisor (17216)
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Job Description
Come Build Your Career at Aecon!
As a Canadian 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 cant do it safely we dont do it at all.
- Integrity. We lead by example with humility and courage.
- Accountability. Were 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 wellbeing.
- 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 Equity Diversity & Inclusion 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 responsiblyby 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. Were always searching the globe for innovative collaborative minds to join our bestinclass Aecon community!
Position Overview
Fraser Crossing Partners selected by the Province of British Columbia to design build and partially finance the project is a 50/50 joint venture between Aecon and Acciona. The new fourlane cablestayedbridgeover the Fraser River will provide network connections to New Westminster and Surrey feature a centre safety median barrier and wider lanes to accommodate both passenger and commercial vehicles and have dedicated walking and cycling lanes. The project also includes the construction of connecting roadways on the north and south sides of thebridge grade separations onHighway17 and the removal of the existingbridgeonce the newbridgeis complete.
Reporting to the EHS Manager the 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 Aecons Health Safety and Environmental Manual.The Pattullo Bridge project is located in the lower mainland connecting the communities of Surry and New Westminster.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct sitespecific safety orientation to workers owners and clients.
- Training supervisors and staff on Aecon Health Safety and Environmental Manual.
- Training employees in fall protection confined space entry traffic protection traffic control person WHMIS respiratory protection emergency response.
- Coordinate training such as WHMIS First Aid Fork lift Propane etc.
- Conduct workplace inspections and audits.
- Conduct behavioural observation in the workplace.
- Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required.
- Develop workplace plans such as emergency evacuations fire emergency traffic controls fall protection.
- Distribution of safety materials supplies and equipment.
- Safety presentations to clients.
- Promoting the Aecon safety system to potential industry clients.
- Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
- Conduct studies and analyze accident trends.
- Inspects project facilities and recommends corrective actions.
- Coordinate activities of sitesafety coordinators.
- Working with the Claims Administrator assists 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.
- Liaise with Government agencies.
- Prepare and assist with external safety audits.
- Coordination of environmental issues.
- Gather and provide statistical information to estimating for tender packages.
Required Knowledge and Experience
- Minimum 3 5 years experience in the construction industry in a Health and Safety role.
- WorkSafeBC Occupational First Aid Attendant Level 3 is required.
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) and/orCertificate of Recognition (COR) Auditor required.
- National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) is required.
- Strong knowledge of WorkSafe BC legislation.
- Ability and experience working night shift.
- Background in Training and/or Education and or experience delivering EHS Training programs to individuals and groups
- Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
- Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent meeting and training facilitation.
- Adaptable and flexible to an everchanging environment.
- Valid drivers license with a clean drivers abstract.
The expected pay range for this position is $90000 $105000.
Aecon fosters diversity inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women visible minorities Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Advisor
