Phoenix - Safety & Health Specialist

Barrick Gold Corporation • Elko, NV

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About The Position

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an entry-level Health and Safety (H&S) Specialist for Phoenix. The successful candidate will learn the work environment and perform duties related to the Occupational Health and Safety profession. The role supports the company’s commitment to a safe work environment and to sending every person home safe and healthy every day.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong, proven computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple complex systems and tasks.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in H&S or more than two years of industry experience.
• OSHA 511 and OSHA 501.
• Completed time in an Industrial Hygiene role or training.
• Experience with ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Advise and collaborate with site Health and Safety professionals to develop and implement strategies to control immediate workplace risks and address complex H&S opportunities.
• Participate in internal H&S inspections and audits to identify conditions, behaviors, compliance and corrective-action needs, and training needs.
• Maintain weekly-to-monthly overview plans for Industrial Hygiene and/or Safety and Health functions in the assigned area or division.
• Work with employees and staff to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and company safety and health standards and systems.
• Accompany division management and OSHA inspectors during inspections.
• Serve as a resource or facilitator for incident investigations and help develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence of safety incidents or industrial hygiene exposures; validate their effectiveness in the field.
• Maintain accurate documentation and enter data into relevant systems.
• Assist with Team Based and Formal Risk Assessments by facilitating, developing, and tracking action plans.
• Maintain active involvement with the division safety team, committees, and operations.
• Provide H&S coaching, mentoring, and training to employees.
• Participate in toolbox meetings, safety meetings, and other training sessions, and develop training materials in conjunction with NGM sites.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans with national provider networks.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off.
• Company-sponsored medical clinics.
• Company match share purchase program.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to career opportunities across the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree