Health and Safety Specialist

Ivanhoe Electric•Casa Grande, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Health & Safety at a growing and developing mine site, the Health & Safety Specialist supports the implementation and execution of the company’s Health & Safety Management System by working closely with field operations, construction teams, and contractors to promote healthy, safe work practices and ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards. This role is integral to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health & safety documentation and technology-based systems. The Specialist is responsible for translating operational risks, field conditions, and regulatory requirements into clear, accurate, and practical procedures, tools, and training materials that enable safe and consistent execution of work. Success in this role requires a highly detail-oriented individual with strong technical writing capability and the ability to lead the use and adoption of HSE systems and tools. Through active field engagement and system integration, the Specialist supports the culture of Zero Harm and Zero Serious Injury & Fatality (Zero SIF) by ensuring that work is well-defined, understood, and executed healthily and safely. Working across departments, the role supports onboarding, competency assurance, and field verification processes and acts as a key link between field operations, HSE systems, and documentation.

Requirements

Strong technical writing skills with the ability to develop clear, structured, and practical documentation
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting
Ability to translate field conditions and technical requirements into usable procedures and tools
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills across field and office environments
Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify risks and support solutions
Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field preferred
1–3+ years of experience in technical writing, document development, or similar roles in technical or industrial environments
Demonstrated ability to develop clear, structured documentation such as procedures, work instructions, or training materials
Experience working with digital platforms such as document control systems, Learning Management Systems (LMS), SharePoint, or similar tools
Strong technical writing skills with the ability to develop clear, structured, and practical documentation
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting
Ability to translate field conditions and technical requirements into usable procedures and tools
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills across field and office environments
Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify risks and support solutions
Strong ownership and accountability for the quality of work outputs
Willingness to work in the field and engage with operations
Adaptable and able to perform in a fast-paced, evolving project environment
Ability to travel to the project site as required
Ability to work in active construction and mining environments (terrain, weather, PPE requirements)
Commitment to high-quality documentation, training, and verified competency
Understanding of how procedures and competency support Zero SIF, particularly during construction
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments while maintaining precision and accuracy
Strong relationship-building skills across employees, contractors, and teams
Commitment to a healthy, safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture
Willingness to support evolving project needs

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with MSHA, OSHA, or similar regulations is an asset
Expert in Microsoft 365
Experience with learning management systems, document control, or HSE systems is beneficial

Responsibilities

Lead development and implementation of construction-ready health & safety documentation (SOPs, procedures, checklists, field tools)
Translate operational requirements, risks, and field activities into clear, accurate, and practical documentation
Ensure alignment with Health & Safety Management System, assurance processes, and regulatory requirements
Establish and maintain consistency, quality, and usability of safety documentation across the project
Support rollout, field adoption, and continuous improvement of procedures and tools
Support implementation and effective use of HSE systems, including document control, training, and reporting tools
Lead adoption of digital tools and processes within the Health & Safety function
Ensure documentation, training, and reporting systems are aligned and function effectively
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and usability through technology
Engage with employees, supervisors, and contractors to promote safe work practices and hazard awareness
Conduct field observations to verify work is performed in accordance with procedures and expectations
Identify gaps between planned work and actual execution and support corrective actions
Use field feedback, incidents, and observations to improve documentation, controls, and systems
Support development and delivery of training programs, onboarding, and orientations
Assist in maintaining training materials and competency frameworks
Deliver or support toolbox talks and field safety communications
Supporting contractor onboarding and alignment with company health & safety expectations
Support compliance with MSHA, OSHA, and applicable regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate and detailed records for training, inspections, and incidents
Contribute to reports, KPIs, and health and safety metrics
Participate in audits and inspections and support the timely closure of findings
Participate in hazard identification, inspections, and risk assessments
Assist in tracking corrective and preventive actions to completion
Contribute to the analysis of trends and leading indicators
Promote a culture of Zero Harm and Zero Serious Injury & Fatality (Zero SIF)
Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices
Communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization
Lead by example in maintaining a healthy, safe, respectful, and accountable work environment