Health & Safety Specialist

Copper World Inc • Sahuarita, AZ

20d

About The Position

The Health & Safety Specialist reports to the Sr. Health & Safety Specialist and is responsible for ensuring compliance with MSHA regulations, overseeing safety training and education programs, conducting risk assessments, and leading investigations into safety incidents. The role collaborates with the leadership team to improve safety protocols, coordinates emergency response drills, and keeps safety documentation current and available for audits and inspections.

The position supports health and safety compliance, training and education, incident investigation, safety program development, emergency response coordination, continuous improvement, and compliance audits for the mining operation. It also promotes safe work practices and helps ensure employees are trained in safety protocols and emergency procedures.

The work is based in Sahuarita, Arizona, and may take place outdoors and in industrial settings. The environment may include moving mechanical parts, hot or dry weather, noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. A current and valid driver’s license is required. Physical duties include regularly talking or hearing; frequently standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, and reaching; occasionally climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and smelling; and lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds at varying frequencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in health and safety roles, preferably in mining or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience with MSHA compliance, including safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training programs, especially MSHA-related courses.
• MSHA Instructor Certification, or ability to obtain it within a specific timeframe.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement processes in health and safety programs.
• Experience managing health and safety programs tailored to site-specific risks.
• Ability to stay updated on industry trends and integrate best practices into site operations.
• Ability to work outdoors and in industrial settings.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of MSHA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and course development.
• Proficiency in delivering training.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and update safety policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in risk assessment, hazard identification, and conducting thorough safety audits.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for training delivery and reinforcing safety protocols.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and management.
• Competency in incident investigation techniques, including root cause analysis and report preparation.
• Proficiency in record-keeping, documentation, and managing training records in compliance with MSHA standards.
• Ability to coordinate emergency response drills and ensure personnel are trained in emergency procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the mining operation adheres to applicable health and safety regulations, particularly MSHA standards.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop, implement, and update safety policies and procedures.
• Develop, plan, coordinate, and deliver MSHA training, including new miner training, annual refresher courses, and task training.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and ensure employees are trained in safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain training records that meet MSHA requirements and are available for inspection; monitor expiration dates and arrange timely recertification.
• Lead investigations of health and safety incidents and near-misses, determine root causes, and recommend preventive measures.
• Prepare incident reports and communicate findings to management and relevant authorities.
• Develop and implement health and safety programs suited to project-specific risks.
• Promote a culture of safety through communication, education, and reinforcement of safe work practices.
• Collaborate with department leadership to identify and address emerging health and safety issues.
• Coordinate emergency response plans and drills and ensure employees know the procedures.
• Monitor health and safety industry trends and integrate best practices into operations.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of health and safety programs.
• Conduct mine-operation compliance audits and collaborate with department leadership on corrective actions for non-compliance.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonuses.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, and holiday pay.
• Regular performance appraisals recognizing employee contributions, strengths, and work well done.
• Competitive total rewards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level