Program Assistant Jobs in Whitby, ON (NOW HIRING)

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!

Program Overview 
Aecon Nuclear is proud to offer career-building opportunities to Indigenous candidates that are open to learning, growing and working within one of our major construction projects. Please note this is a proactive posting for future recruitment opportunities. We are proactively collecting resumes and profiles to build a strong talent pipeline. While we appreciate all applications, please note that responses may not be immediate. We encourage interested candidates to submit their information, and we will reach out as suitable opportunities arise.

Locations vary from Bowmanville, Oshawa, Pickering, Kincardine/Tiverton, and Saskatchewan supporting major projects across our Nuclear division.  

Aecon Nuclear Indigenous Hiring Program Includes:

• An introduction to Aecon, our industry, and the Nuclear sector
• All requisite health and safety training
• Valuable job-specific skills training
• Progressive career paths
• Supportive networks
• Job placement could be within one of the follow workstreams: Environmental, Health & Safety; Onboarding & Training; Project Controls; and/or Procurement. (Candidates will be considered for positions outside of these workstreams as well)

The Opportunity to:

• Gain knowledge, skills and industry experience 
• Join an expanding industry
• To be part of a thriving and dynamic team.

What You Bring to the Team:

• A safety-conscious attitude 
• Willingness to learn
• Team player
• Must hold a valid driver's license (G Class) and have access to a vehicle
• Must be eligible to work in Canada 

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.