Superintendent - Industrial Hygiene

Artemis Gold - Blackwater Project•Vanderhoof, BC

3d•CA$141,906 - CA$177,382•Onsite

About The Position

Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with strong financials aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver. The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on TSX-V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit www.artemisgoldinc.com. Reporting to the Manager – Health, Safety & Security, the Superintendent – Industrial Hygiene is responsible for leading the Industrial Hygiene program across the Blackwater Mine operation. This role provides strategic and operational oversight of occupational health programs, ensuring workplace health hazards are identified, assessed, monitored, and effectively controlled in accordance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, and company standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Hygiene, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Science, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 10 years of industrial hygiene experience, preferably within mining, heavy industry, construction, or resource sectors
Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience managing industrial hygiene or occupational health programs and personnel
Strong knowledge of occupational exposure assessment methodologies, workplace monitoring techniques, and exposure control strategies
Experience conducting workplace monitoring for dust, noise, vibration, air contaminants, heat stress, and other occupational hazards
Thorough understanding of occupational health legislation, regulations, and industry best practices
Experience developing, implementing, and continuously improving industrial hygiene management systems and programs
Experience managing consultants, contractors, and laboratory services
Proficiency with industrial hygiene monitoring equipment, exposure data analysis, and reporting systems
Previous experience in a mining environment is required, including experience working within a remote or camp-based operation
Valid driver's licence required

Nice To Haves

Professional designation such as Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or eligibility to obtain certification preferred
Ability to work and reside at a remote camp on a rotational schedule within a team-based environment
Ability to maintain performance during 12-hour shifts
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Advanced knowledge of occupational health hazard recognition, evaluation, control, and applicable regulatory requirements
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent technical report writing, presentation, and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective project management and prioritization skills
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities
Ability to influence health and safety outcomes across multiple departments
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with industrial hygiene databases and reporting systems considered an asset
Ability to handle sensitive health information with discretion and professionalism
Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

Responsibilities

Demonstrate strong safety leadership by promoting and adhering to BW Gold’s health, safety, and hygiene standards, procedures, and systems
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the site Industrial Hygiene Program
Provide strategic direction for occupational hygiene, exposure monitoring, and health risk management activities across the operation
Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to Industrial Hygiene personnel, ensuring alignment with site objectives, regulatory requirements, and company standards
Oversee occupational hygiene risk assessments and exposure assessments for chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazards
Direct workplace exposure monitoring programs, including dust, silica, noise, vibration, diesel particulate matter, welding fumes, metals, isocyanates, VOCs, heat stress, and indoor air quality
Ensure effective collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of occupational hygiene data and exposure monitoring results
Review and approve sampling strategies, chain-of-custody documentation, laboratory submissions, and technical reports
Lead the development and implementation of exposure control plans and verify the effectiveness of mitigation measures
Oversee ventilation management programs, indoor air quality assessments, confined space monitoring requirements, and related safe work procedures
Ensure the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) program and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management system remain compliant and current
Provide technical expertise and guidance to operations, maintenance, projects, and contractors regarding occupational health hazards and controls
Develop, implement, and maintain occupational health management systems, standards, procedures, audit protocols, and inspection programs
Lead occupational health investigations related to exposure incidents, employee concerns, and regulatory requirements
Manage industrial hygiene monitoring equipment, calibration programs, maintenance schedules, and associated quality assurance processes
Coordinate occupational health surveillance and medical monitoring programs in collaboration with medical service providers
Develop and deliver occupational hygiene awareness, training, and competency programs
Manage industrial hygiene consultants, contractors, laboratories, and external service providers
Monitor compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, permits, and industry best practices
Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual occupational health performance reports and recommendations to leadership
Mentor and develop Industrial Hygiene personnel and support workforce competency development
Support site-wide health, safety, environmental, and operational initiatives
Other duties as assigned