Advisor, Safety

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Safer. Faster. Smarter. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.

The Natural Gas Safety Advisor will play a critical role in supporting underground utility and pipeline operations by promoting a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with Aecon’s Health, Safety and Environmental standards, as well as applicable OSHA and DOT pipeline safety regulations, while proactively identifying and mitigating risk in the field.

Working closely with crews, supervisors, and clients, the advisor will provide hands-on safety leadership through training, inspections, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure work is performed safely, responsibly, and in full compliance.

What You'll Do Here:

• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.
• Conduct Employee health and safety orientation and site-specific safety orientation to workers, owners and clients.
• Train affected AECON employees in fall protection, confined space entry, traffic protection, traffic control person, WHMIS, respiratory protection, emergency response, etc.
• Coordinate training such as WHMIS, First Aid, etc.
• Conduct workplace inspections, audits, Job Assessment Risk Reviews (JARRs), Critical Component Verifications (CCVs), and behavioral observations in the workplace.
• Develop workplace plans – such as emergency evacuations, fire emergency, traffic controls, fall protection.
• Distribution of safety material, supplies and equipment as needed to team members.
• Conduct safety presentations to clients and promote Aecon safety systems to potential industry clients.
• Participate as a visitor member of Joint Health and Safety Committees.
• Conduct studies and analyze accident trends.
• Inspect project facilities and recommend corrective actions, & coordination of environmental issues.
• Work with the Claims Administrator, assist with workers’ compensation claims and associated activities.
• Develop return to work and modified work programs.
• Perform accident/Incident investigations and track corrective actions to closure.
• Mediate health and safety issues for resolution.
• Prepare and assist with external safety audits.

What You Bring to the Team:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an EHS Advisor, Field Safety Representative, or Safety Coordinator preferably in support of underground utility construction (oil & gas pipeline and natural gas) health and safety role
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT Pipeline Safety Regulations (49 CFR Part 192), Operator Qualification compliance, gas leak response procedures, damage prevention/811 compliance, excavation safety, propane plant/storage safety, emergency response coordination with fire departments.
• Health and Safety Certification required; Construction Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) preferred
• Working knowledge of Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations

• CHST or CSP certification, or “in progress” is an asset.
• Strong computer skills – MS Excel / Word.
• Strong knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety act and Regulations for Construction Projects.
• Strong knowledge of other Regulations, e.g. GHS (Haz COMM), Lead/Asbestos in Construction, Designated Substances, Smoking in the Workplace.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to be proactive.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong relationship management skills.
• Adaptable to flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.