EHS Advisor in Cambridge

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 can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re 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 well-being.
• 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 responsibly by 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. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity? Aecon Industrial provides 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. The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Advisor reports to the EHS Manager. This position is a 1 year contract.

What You'll Do Here:

• Work directly with EHS Manager and Fabrication team to support accountability in relation to Environment Health and Safety.
• Conduct routine inspections of paint booths, storage areas, and equipment to ensure safe operations and compliance with safety standards.
• Oversee the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous paints, solvents, and chemicals.
• Verify the proper function of ventilation systems, respirator equipment, and fire suppression systems.
• Ensure all employees wear necessary personal protective equipment and its maintained properly.
• Maintain detailed records of inspection reports, hazardous waste logs, safety training and air monitoring results.
• Provide advisement and monitoring of the development, implementation, performance and effectiveness of the Safety Management Program, and all other EHS related plans.
• Notify Managers and Supervisors of any compliance issues associated with the work and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Have a field facing approach to safety management.
• Spend time in the field advising staff, modelling behaviour and re-enforcing standards.
• Ensure effective completion of project safety meetings and support or conduct audits and incident investigations.
• Ensure that EHS metrics (leading and lagging indicators) are regularly compiled, trended and reviewed with the EHS Manager and operational teams.
• Take an advisor role in promoting injury prevention within a culture of health, safety and continuous improvement.
• Support the facility in notifications and event management.
• Train staff in the requirements of safety procedures.

What You Bring to the Team:

• A designation such as NSCO or CRSP, or specialized training on paint safety/hazmat is an asset.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Health and Safety within the nuclear, construction or manufacturing painting environment.
• Background in chemical safety, Industrial Hygiene, and/or environmental health considered a strong asset, particularly in industrial painting and coating operations.
• Understanding of WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System), VOC limitations and safety standards for spray painting.
• Relevant Post Secondary education or equivalent experience in the Health and Safety field.
• A Team Player that accepts and can manage change regularly.
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sub-contractors safety performance.
• Emergency Planning.
• Working in a union environment.

Reason for vacancy: New

The expected pay range for this role is $85,000 - $95,000 per year. 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.

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, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.