FME and Confined Space Supervisor

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?

Nuclear’ s portfolio of building, refurbishing, maintaining, and decommissioning nuclear power facilities reflects a record of project success that ranges from small but essential maintenance contracts, to major construction endeavors. Aecon supports clients with expert project management to the most exacting standards.

Working with our joint venture partner Atkins Realis, Aecon Nuclear has been awarded the definition phase contract with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to assist in planning the Pickering Retube, Feeder and Boiler replacement (RFBR) project. This project involves the refurbishment of four reactors and replacement of the forty eight steam generators at the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station.

Reporting to the General Superintendent, the Foreign Materials Exclusion (FME) and Confined Space SPOC will be accountable for and oversee the FME and Confined Space Programs for the RFBR project.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Accountable for and oversee FME and Confined Space Program for compliance
• Responsible for FME and Confined Space Coordinator
• Determine FME Control Level for all work execution tasks
• Review CWP to ensure proper control levels are identified in the CWP
• Audit Field Inspection requirements (e.g., As-Found, As-Left, inspections)
• Audit pre and post cleaning requirements
• New piping cleanliness and inspection requirements for installations
• New material inspections
• Determines FME and confined space monitor or oversight requirements
• Ensures FME Control Areas are established as per the CWP instructions
• Ensures Operating Experience (OPEX) are included in the CWP’s
• Ensure FME cabinets are appropriately stocked with common FME controls materials
• Provide oversight and support to work groups to ensure any specialty items are ordered as part of the development of the FME plan
• Provide guidance to the FME supervisors
• Coordinate with Foreperson and execution crew in the execution of their assigned duties
• Coordinate across all functions of the project as required to achieve task(s) goals
• Provide leadership to field supervisors, coordinators and respective craft labor
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring To The Team:

• Minimum 2-3 years construction supervision experience
• Must possess FME and Confined Space qualification or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience
• Ability to successfully coordinate a construction project
• Ability to lead a team
• Good communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Basic presentation skills
• Nuclear experience an asset, including vault work

Reason for Vacancy: Replacement

Pay Range: $60 - $75 per hour

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

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.