Health and Safety Specialist

Freeport-Mcmoran Copper & Gold • Claypool, AZ

251d • $64,000 - $87,500

About The Position

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you'll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today! Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company's Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona's Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry's and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of Health & Safety or related experience, OR
• Associates degree and two (2) years of Health & Safety or related experience, OR
• Bachelors degree in a related field

Responsibilities

• Direct employee engagement activities such as risk assessments and raising general safety awareness to employees, managers, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct safety audits and inspect facilities within area of responsibility to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory laws.
• Manage functions or projects and may have supervisory responsibilities.
• Train staff from multiple divisions in safety procedures, including specialized safety training (e.g., confined space, LOTOTO) and Annual Refresher Training as required.
• Inspect and evaluate work in progress, identify any problem areas, and may direct remedial action.
• Participate on cross-function teams to manage low-level incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Accompany MSHA/OSHA/State Mine Inspectors and document regulated field activities.
• Conduct health and safety orientations, visit work sites and distribute literature to implement and promote safety and/or environmental policies and procedures.
• May administer workers' compensation program for the company, including interacting with workers' compensation insurers, monitoring claims, developing, and administering loss prevention and rehabilitation management/monitoring programs, maintain files, and provide necessary support in defense of claims.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees