EHS Advisor
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Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Company: Alstom
Req ID:461340
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Imagine playing a central role in reducing the carbon footprint of Canada’s busiest public transit system and doing so with a consistently ranked Top Employer with a global reach. As part of the ONxpress consortium, Alstom is proudly working to transform the collective mobility of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas (GTHA) through the On-Corridor Works project, and we are hiring for hundreds of roles. The GO Expansion scope: new electric locomotives, fleet upgrades, train control systems, network electrification, signalling, telecommunications and digital systems, maintenance, and much more.
We are currently looking for an EHS Advisor to join the Environment, Health, and Safety and team of the Alstom Go Expansion project. This role is located in Toronto with time allocated to the office. Schedule flexibility is required, as well as ability to travel between sites.
Purpose of the job:
This position is mainly on construction site (80%) with an administrative portion (20%).
You will ensure compliance with EHS rules on the site for both Alstom employees and Alstom contractors from due diligence and inspections (DDI), installation, to testing and commissiong on equipments and trains. You report to EHS Project Manager, and work closely with other HSE Advisors, site team supervisor, contractors, and the constructor.
The key responsibilities and accountability include but not limited to:
Key Accountabilities:
- Ensure the Health and Safety Management System standards are met
- Work permit overview and reviews
- Inspections and monitoring on-site
- Support employees/contractors on hazard identification and risk assessment(s)
- Coaching of supervisors on EHS subject matter
- Broadcast EHS Induction for contractors / employees
- JHSC Committee Facilitation
- Safety Communications (toolboxes, safety moments/shorts, newsletters etc)
- Accident investigation and corrective action follow up
- Contractors Management (ex. Monitoring, Observation, and Reporting)
- Qualification of contractor EHS documentation and monitoring
- Emergency Preparedness measures and first aid reporting
- Has full authority and must stop any operational activity resulting in immediate high risk to People or the Environment.
Performance measurements:
- Documented inspections and observations
- Total recordable KPIs (Lost time / Fatality / severe accidents)
- Support Claims management and Modified work program
- Health and wellbeing activities and initaitives
- Environmental monitoring
- Training and training hours
- Contractor readiness
- Safety Communications (toolboxes, newsletters, safety shorts and moments, reports)
- Ensuring OHSA & Regulations, Standards, and Project-Specific EHS Program and requirements
Educational Requirements
- University EHS preferred
- Consideration of professional trade experience combined safety training and experience
Mandatory:
- Experience between 3 and 5 years in Environment, Health & Safety
- Experience on construction site mandatory
- Good knowledge of computer systems Office (word, outlook etc) mandatory. Sharepoint knowledge an asset.
- Experience in construction projects, mandatory
- Experience in railway, an asset
- Good written English, mandatory
- Driving license and willingness to travel between sites, mandatory
- Good knowledge and understanding of ISO14001, ISO45001 preferred
- Deep knowledge of local legal requirements, mandatory
Competencies & Skills
- Teamwork and leadership skills
- People skills
- Adapability and flexibility to site conditions
- Initiative, action driven, and solution-minded
- Communication skills
- Analytical thinking, rigorous mindset
- Good computer skills
- Continuous Improvement tools
You have a strong interest in EHS excellence? You have rigor, excellent knowledge of OHSA and Regulations, and how to apply them. Good written English and show initiative? Familiar with Sharepoint and Aconex an asset or willingness to learn. You want to be part of a dynamic team while contributing to a significant project for the Go Expansion project?This role has the potential for growth opportunity in otehr Safety roles.
You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
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