Safety Specialist

Lithium Americas•Winnemucca, NV

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Lithium Americas is seeking a Safety Specialist to support the Safety Manager in developing and implementing safety programs for the Thacker Pass Project (TPP). The role helps promote a strong safety culture across site operations and coordinates safety audits, inspections, training, and hazard assessments to ensure compliance with MSHA and OSHA requirements. The project’s plant will include a sulfuric acid plant and processes for clay beneficiation, acid leaching, neutralization, crystallization, chemical precipitations, solid/liquid separations, and ion exchange. The position is based at the Winnemucca, Nevada office during construction, then transitions to the Thacker Pass Project during commissioning and production. It reports to the Safety Manager. Occasional travel to other Lithium Americas offices, project sites, or vendor locations may be required. Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building, and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. Its purpose is to safely and sustainably produce lithium from Thacker Pass to support North American access to critical minerals and cleaner energy. The company offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for long-term growth and skills development, and is committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a science or technical discipline related to health and safety, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Working knowledge of U.S. and Nevada OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.
Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with a proven ability to improve safety in OSHA- and MSHA-regulated environments.

Nice To Haves

Two to four years of work experience as a Safety Specialist or in a similar leadership role in the chemical, oil and gas, or mineral processing industry is highly preferred.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or State First Responders’ certification is a plus.
Experience in an OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Safety Manager to develop and implement safety programs for the Thacker Pass Project and coordinate daily health and safety activities.
Collaborate with managers, directors, and supervisors to promote a culture of safety excellence.
Participate in the site Safety Committee Organization and support its initiatives.
Conduct regular safety and equipment walk-throughs and inspections of facilities, equipment, and emergency response systems.
Develop, administer, and deliver MSHA/OSHA-required training for employees, contractors, and visitors; maintain training documentation and verify training.
Conduct hazard assessments for new chemicals brought on site.
Support site industrial hygiene programs, including occupational exposure monitoring.
Review and manage Safe Work Permits, including Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, and Excavation permits, to ensure proper issuance, compliance, and closure.
Oversee PPE and lockout equipment programs, ensuring availability, maintenance, and proper use.
Coordinate onboarding safety training for contractors and visitors.
Assist supervisors and management with timely incident investigations, root-cause identification, prompt correction of contributing factors, and documented closure.
Prepare detailed plans of action to address safety improvements.
Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance safety performance.
Assist in maintaining required safety compliance documentation.
Build and maintain trusted relationships across teams while championing a culture that reflects the company’s Purpose, Vision, and Values.
Perform other duties as assigned.