Cortez - Specialist, Safety & Health – Training

Barrick Mining Corporation • Crescent Valley, NV

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Safety and Health Specialist for its Cortez Surface Operations. The successful candidate will acclimate to the work environment and perform duties related to the Safety and Health profession. The role provides technical guidance and mentorship to site management, supports the development and implementation of workplace risk controls, and helps address complex safety and health issues.

The Specialist participates in inspections, audits, incident investigations, risk assessments, health testing, industrial hygiene activities, and safety committees. The position also maintains safety documentation and data, supports compliance with applicable standards, and develops and delivers MSHA training for new hires, annual refreshers, and business partners. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Proven experience working with peer groups and focus teams.
• Proven communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to drive results and complete time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to work with confidential information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent leadership skills and knowledge of influencing others.
• Ability to promote safety in training and lead by example.
• Proven safe work record.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree and six years of industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety and three years of experience.
• Experience in at least two mining divisions, with one year in each division.
• Five to ten years of industry experience with demonstrated leadership in Safety.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical advisor and mentor to site management, working with Senior Safety and Health professionals to develop and implement strategies to control immediate workplace risks and solve complex Safety and Health problems.
• Participate in internal Safety and Health inspections and audits to identify conditions, behaviors, corrective-action implementation and compliance, and training-related corrective actions and needs.
• Maintain a weekly-to-monthly overview plan for 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 during inspections conducted by MSHA and State inspectors.
• Assist with health testing and industrial hygiene activities as needed.
• Serve as a resource or facilitator for incident investigations, including ICAM or 5 Why analysis, to determine root causes; assist in developing effective corrective actions and ensure effectiveness reviews are conducted with management and hourly personnel.
• Assist with accurate incident reporting in the approved system and prepare flash, summary, and senior leadership review reports as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and enter data in databases.
• Support or facilitate Formal Risk Assessments by developing and monitoring action plans.
• Maintain active involvement with division safety teams and committees.
• Provide mentorship and support to employees.
• Participate in toolbox meetings, safety meetings, and other training sessions.
• Develop and instruct MSHA topics during New Hire Orientation, Annual Refresher Training, Business Partner Hazard Training, and Introduction to Work Environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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