Onboarding Instructor

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 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. Were always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community

About Us

The joint venture between AtkinsRalis and Aecon has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to carry out the Darlington and Pickering Retube and Feeder Replacement (RFR) projects. The project involves refurbishment of all four reactors at the Darlington Generating Station and consists of two phases a Definition Phase and an Execution Phase. The Definition Phase includes the construction of a full-scale reactor mock-up to simulate key elements of the refurbishment work, and the development, procurement and testing of specialized tooling required for the project. The Execution Phase involves refurbishment of the reactor cores using the tools and methods that were developed and tested during the Definition Phase.

The Onboarding and Training Support Team is looking for the ideal candidate to join the team as an Onboarding Instructor with a primary focus on Hoisting & Rigging training. The Onboarding Instructor is responsible for the provision of training programs required for project onboarding and site access qualifications of all trade staff supporting CanAtom projects at the Darlington and Pickering Nuclear Generating Station.

What You'll Do Here

• Responsible for training project employees on a variety of Environmental Health and Safety related programs such as, Hoisting & Rigging, Work at Heights, Supervisor Training, First Aid, Elevating Work Platform, Forklift Operation, etc.
• Collaborates across the local organization and network to gather expectations, share best practices, and coordinate program requirements
• Create an environment conducive to learning for employees
• Provide timely feedback to management and supervisors relating to employee competency
• Establish measurable goals and levels of competency of each trainee
• Provide trainees with timely and relevant feedback, both positive and constructive
• Document all training in accordance with established legislative standards and project governance
• Promote a safety culture that supports continuous improvement in the EHS management system through active communication, participation and development of skills. Fosters a positive safety culture in which trainees value safety
• Additional duties as assigned

What You Bring To The Team

• A working knowledge of Provincial OHS Legislation
• Extensive knowledge of BTU trades and work practices
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety and training/facilitating within the construction industry
• Relevant Post-Secondary education or equivalent experience in the Health and Safety field
• A designation such as NCSO would be considered an asset
• Train the Trainer Qualifications in programs such as Work at Heights, Liftow, Red Cross, etc.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in teams
• Ability to plan, manage, and prioritize multiple, concurrent assignments and tasks
• Comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong sense of urgency and accountability
• Knowledge of project management concepts
• Strong decision-making skills
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
• Willingness to contribute toward, and assist colleagues with projects across functional areas and outside of primary responsibilities to contribute toward the overall teams success

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.