EHS Advisor - Night shift

  • New Westminster
  • Aecon
What is the Opportunity? Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country. 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 four-lane cable-stayed bridge over 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 the bridge, grade separations on Highway 17, and the removal of the existing bridge once the new bridge is complete. Pattullo Bridge is located in the Greater Vancouver area in Surrey and New Westminster. This is a Night Shift position. Key Responsibilities Conduct 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 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. 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. 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/or Certificate 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 ever-changing environment. Valid driver’s license with a clean driver's abstract. The expected pay range for this opportunity is $90,000 – $105,000.