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!

What is the Opportunity? Faster.Smarter.Safer . This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for an EHS Co-op Student to help us get there!

The EHS Co-op will work with the Utilities safety team to gain both in field and office experience. We are looking for students who are passionate about safety, eager to learn but also brings their own innovative ideas forward.

What You’ll Do Here

• Operational and divisional support and resource for the EHS Team.
• Work in conjunction with EHS Advisors to coordinate safety training and orientation.
• Work to be ahead of the curve in identifying safety trends and patterns.
• Coordination of safety-related meetings and events, including annual JHSC summit and regular Senior Leadership Team meetings.
• Support start up package for projects, including all of the appropriate and necessary templates and documentation that will be required for the job.
• Assist in the administration of EHS Policies, Manuals, Standards, Procedures, Practices and Rules.
• Ordering and shipping of various supplies and resources needed for project site and yard locations.
• Assist in site visits and inspections.
• Organize, monitor and manage statistical data and reports; ensuring all EHS personnel have complete instruction and understanding of the requirements and meet deadlines for reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To The Team

• Current student or recent graduate of the Occupational Health and Safety program.
• Sound computer skills – MS Excel, MS Word etc.
• Strong communication skills – oral and written.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure, in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Sound judgement, utilizing problem solving and analytical skills.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Willing to travel with in the GTA as required.
• Previous experience in the construction industry is an asset.

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.