Reporting to the EHS Director, 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 Aecon's Health, Safety and Environmental Manual.
Key Responsibilities- Employee health and safety orientation.
- Site specific 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 material, 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.
- Co-ordinate activities of site-safety 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.
- Work in conjunction with project management and vice presidents to order and distribute safety promotional materials.
- Participate in safety and industry association safety committees.
- Research health and safety products.
- Make recommendations on safety products for the workplace.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.
Required Knowledge and Experience - Minimum 3 years' experience in the construction industry in a Health and Safety role.
- Ability to speak both English and French fluently.
- Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health and safety Act.
- Strong knowledge of the Regulations for Construction Project.
- Strong knowledge of other Regulations, e.g. WHMIS, Asbestos in Construction, Designated Substances, Smoking in the Workplace.
- Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive.
- Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with others as a team.
- Valid driver's license.
Physical Demands - Able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to travel to remote job or work location.
- Staying out of town as required.
- Travel at off work hour times to attend early morning or late afternoon meetings.
- Variety of jobsite conditions (tunnels, quarries, mines, trenches/excavations, high rise, industrial facilities).
- Walking on rough terrain surfaces.
- Climbing ladders, ramps, slopes.
- Load/unload equipment and documentation for training programs.
- Working in all weather conditions.
- Driving in all weather and rod/site conditions.
- Able to work and travel alone.
Reason for Vacancy : New
Pay Range: $70,000-$95,000.
Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.
