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!
À propos de l’opportunité ?
Aecon recrute pour le projet d’agrandissement du terminal de Contrecœur du Port de Montréal, le plus important projet d’expansion portuaire de l’histoire du Canada.
Ce projet de construction nationale augmentera la capacité de manutention des conteneurs de 60 %, contribuant à façonner l’avenir du commerce canadien. Si vous souhaitez travailler sur des projets complexes de construction maritime et de génie civil lourd, aux côtés de leaders de l’industrie, c’est ici que votre contribution aura un impact réel.
Ce que vous ferez ici :
- Agir comme référence SST sur le chantier et soutenir la direction de projet dans la mise en œuvre des meilleures pratiques en santé et sécurité.
- Déployer, appliquer et assurer la conformité du Programme de prévention SST conformément à la CNESST, aux exigences contractuelles et aux standards corporatifs.
- Identifier, analyser et contrôler les risques critiques associés aux travaux lourds (génie civil, travaux maritimes, levage, excavation, circulation d’équipements, coactivité).
- Effectuer des inspections terrain quotidiennes, audits SST et observations comportementales, et assurer le suivi des actions correctives.
- Enquêter sur les incidents, accidents et quasi-accidents, analyser les causes racines et recommander des mesures préventives durables.
- Animer et coordonner les comités SST, rencontres toolbox, formations et séances de sensibilisation pour les équipes chantier et sous-traitants.
- Assurer une présence terrain proactive afin de promouvoir une culture « zéro accident ».
- Collaborer étroitement avec les équipes projet, ingénierie, construction et sous-traitants pour intégrer la SST à la planification des travaux.
- Produire les rapports SST, indicateurs de performance (KPI) et statistiques exigés par la direction et les parties prenantes.
- Agir comme coach et mentor auprès des conseillers SST plus juniors lorsque requis.
Ce que vous apportez à l’équipe :
- 2-5 ans d’expérience en santé-sécurité sur des projets majeurs de construction, idéalement en génie civil, infrastructures lourdes, projets portuaires ou industriels.
- Excellente connaissance de la législation SST québécoise (CNESST) et des normes applicables aux chantiers de grande envergure.
- Expérience démontrée en environnement chantier complexe avec forte coactivité et sous-traitance multiple.
- aCertifications SST pertinentes (ASP Construction, secourisme, cadenassage, espaces clos, etc.).
- Fort leadership terrain, autorité naturelle, capacité d’influence et excellent jugement.
- Excellentes habiletés en communication et en rédaction de rapports.
- Bilinguisme français requis, anglais fonctionnel un atout.
- Disponibilité pour travailler à temps plein sur le chantier.
What Is The Opportunity?
Aecon is hiring for the Port of Montréal Contrecœur Terminal Expansion — the largest port expansion project in Canadian history. This nation‑building project is increasing container capacity by 60% and shaping the future of Canadian trade. If you’re looking to work on complex marine and heavy civil construction alongside industry leaders, this is where your impact truly matters.
What You Will Do Here:
- Act as the Health & Safety (H&S) reference on the construction site and support project management in implementing best practices in health and safety.
- Deploy, apply, and ensure compliance with the H&S Prevention Program in accordance with CNESST requirements, contractual obligations, and corporate standards.
- Identify, analyze, and control critical risks associated with heavy construction work (civil engineering, marine works, lifting operations, excavation, equipment traffic, concurrent activities).
- Conduct daily field inspections, H&S audits, and behavioral observations, and ensure follow-up on corrective actions.
- Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses; analyze root causes; and recommend sustainable preventive measures.
- Lead and coordinate H&S committees, toolbox meetings, training sessions, and awareness activities for site teams and subcontractors.
- Maintain a proactive presence in the field to promote a “zero accident” culture.
- Work closely with project, engineering, construction, and subcontractor teams to integrate H&S considerations into work planning.
- Produce H&S reports, performance indicators (KPIs), and statistics required by management and stakeholders.
- Act as a coach and mentor to more junior H&S advisors when required.
What You Bring To The Team:
- 2-5 years of experience in health and safety on major construction projects, ideally in civil engineering, heavy infrastructure, port, or industrial projects.
- Excellent knowledge of Québec H&S legislation (CNESST) and standards applicable to large-scale construction sites.
- Proven experience working in complex construction environments with high levels of concurrent activities and multiple subcontractors.
- Relevant H&S certifications (ASP Construction, first aid, lockout/tagout, confined spaces, etc.).
- Strong leadership in the field, natural authority, influencing skills, and sound judgment.
- Excellent communication skills and strong report-writing abilities.
- Required fluency in French; functional English is an asset.
- Availability to work full-time on the construction site.
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.
