Health, Safety, Environment, and Risk Advisor

Vale•,

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking Health, Safety, Environment & Risk (HSER) Advisors to join our HSER team in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. This is a permanent on-site position, working a 2 week on/2 week off schedule at the Voisey’s Bay Mine Site. As a HSER Advisor, you will be responsible for guiding the operations to meeting its strategic objectives of conducting business with zero fatalities and becoming a leader in sustainable mining. The Advisor will cultivate a detailed knowledge of the HSER Management Systems and related permits, guidelines, regulations and other binding licenses to operate, as well as a detailed understanding of Vale Newfoundland and Labrador's (VNL) operations. This will enable the HSER Advisor to identify areas for improvement and provide advice or leadership to colleagues in the application of management systems. Additionally, in this position you will: Be required to represent VNL interests in external forums (e.g. regulatory, industry associations, etc.) and guide VNL to sustainable compliance and industry best practices by finding economical and innovative solutions to business problems. This may also include supporting capital or other engineering projects undertaken by VNL. Be the lead and subject matter expert on VNL's HSER management system and support all audits, updates and research needed to ensure these systems are effective. Provide HSER support and leadership to VNL operations through development, implementation and compliance auditing of the VNL HSER Management System. Coordinate planning/implementation of new HSER Management System components, permitting/compliance strategies, including budgeting and scheduling. Mentor and coach peers on HSER compliance and stated business objectives of zero fatalities and sustainable mining. Support through preparation of reports or data-sharing the various corporate and management initiatives that are related to HSER strategic objectives in a timely and accurate matter. Perform work related to VNL strategic plans and HSER tactical plans as assigned. Perform field inspections and audits against HSER management systems as required.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g. safety engineering technology) is required.
Must have technical certification – Occupational Health & Safety Program
A minimum 5 years of safety related experience is required.
Working knowledge of Newfoundland and Labrador OH&S Act/Regulations, Environment Protection Act and federal Metal and Diamond Mine Effluent Regulations.
Ability to influence peers and leaders, and support leaders in the HSER team through timely and thorough responses.
Ability to self-direct and manage to deadlines and prioritization of tasks.
Ability to apply technical and regulatory concepts to practical decisions in the field.
Ability to manage time to be effective in a dynamic work environment including hand-off to peers on tasks/projects to support changing work conditions and priorities.

Nice To Haves

Professional safety designation is considered an asset.
Experience working in a mining environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

Represent VNL interests in external forums (e.g. regulatory, industry associations, etc.) and guide VNL to sustainable compliance and industry best practices by finding economical and innovative solutions to business problems.
Support capital or other engineering projects undertaken by VNL.
Be the lead and subject matter expert on VNL's HSER management system and support all audits, updates and research needed to ensure these systems are effective.
Provide HSER support and leadership to VNL operations through development, implementation and compliance auditing of the VNL HSER Management System.
Coordinate planning/implementation of new HSER Management System components, permitting/compliance strategies, including budgeting and scheduling.
Mentor and coach peers on HSER compliance and stated business objectives of zero fatalities and sustainable mining.
Support through preparation of reports or data-sharing the various corporate and management initiatives that are related to HSER strategic objectives in a timely and accurate matter.
Perform work related to VNL strategic plans and HSER tactical plans as assigned.
Perform field inspections and audits against HSER management systems as required.

Benefits

Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
Employee Family Assistance Program
Virtual Healthcare online
Online training and career development opportunities
Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador
24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team
Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.)
Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling
All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire.
Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses