Health & Safety Advisor

Burgundy Diamond Mines•Yellowknife , NT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Health and Safety Team, the Advisor, Health & Safety will report to the Superintendent, Health & Safety and work a 2 (two) weeks on/2 (two) weeks off schedule at the Ekati Diamond Mine. The Advisor, Health & Safety will work across all departments supporting operational activities by ensuring that Risk and Safety standards and processes are developed and implemented. This position is expected to interact frequently in the field (50/50 field and office time) at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

Possess already or be in active pursuit of formal certification in Health and Safety, or a combination of current Health and Safety related courses, and direct safety professional experience in OHS.
Ability to qualify for, or possess Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), or National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification
5 years’ mining or industry related experience as a safety professional
Physically able to climb stairs, walk long distances, and lift items up to 40 lbs. at periodic intervals
Able to communicate effectively with employees and supervisors of all levels and be solutions oriented
Strong organizational skills and proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Current TapRooT® certification is considered an asset
Experience related to the control of occupational exposures in mining is a benefit
Emergency Response or Emergency Medical Services experience is a benefit

Responsibilities

Provide field health and safety support in both surface and underground areas, assistance and subject matter expertise to all levels of the organization to ensure the achievement of the company safety objectives
Participate and promote regular and effective communication regarding risk and safety to all levels of the organization
Aid in safety program development, workplace inspections, hazard identification, developing procedures, and facilitation or presentation of training programs
Knowledge and the ability to maintain awareness of current WSCC NT Mine’s ACT, CCOHS, CSA, and relevant standards
Promote the reporting of all Health and Safety incidents and non-conformances and lead/facilitate in the identification of root causes, corrective, and preventative actions using tools such as 5 Whys and the root cause analysis method (TapRooT®)
Provide information to relevant supervisory personnel (i.e. line management) regarding health and safety legal and other requirements
Perform audits and other evaluations of health and safety programs
Undertake risk and safety monitoring programs, including leading risk assessments, to track progress towards achieving objectives
Act as resource on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee (OHSC)