EHS Advisor

What is the Opportunity?

As part of an alliance agreement, Aecon Nuclear has been awarded a contract with Ontario Power Generation to support the construction of Canada’s first Small Modular Reactor on the SMR-X Project . In 2023 Aecon has started to support the validation phase, design, procurement, early site preparation and site mobilization scope for the Construction of the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor at the Darlington site.

Reporting to the EHS Manager, the EHS Advisor actively promotes a healthy and safe culture to all levels of employees within the organization to ensure compliance with regulations, safe work practices and procedures.

Please note that this role requires night shifts and flexible working hours. 

What You'll Do Here:

Support project specific conventional safety and environmental management plans and procedures including; inspections, audits, observation and coaching, Worker Trades Committee and JHSC Train project staff in the requirements of conventional safety procedures; Track and report safety-related statistics, manage Return to Work, Modified duties cases at the field level; Additional detailed requirements as outlined in the Project Specific EHS and related programs Support Human Performance program activities Assist in development of JSA, High Hazard, Critical Lifting and Handling forms and audit same in the field. Participate as a management member of Joint Health and Safety Committees. Conduct behavioural observation in the workplace. Update Material Safety Data Sheets as required. Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergencies, traffic controls, fall protection. Distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment. Safety presentations to clients. 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. Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table:

A designation such as CHSO or CRSP Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety within the nuclear construction industry 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 and Hot Work Procedures Able to lift at least 50 pounds and climb ladders, if required Must be comfortable with different work locations and job sites Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive Be a champion of inclusion and diversity Excellent verbal and written communication Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines

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