Barrick - US Regional Exploration Safety, Health & Security Lead

Barrick Mining Corporation

17h • Remote

About The Position

This role is responsible for establishing, governing, and driving continuous improvement in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental, and Community (SHEC) policies, standards, and management systems for exploration activities across the United States. Barrick's vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. They are committed to a safe work environment, ensuring every person goes home safe and healthy every day, and leaving a sustainable legacy on host communities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field required
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Safety, Health, Environment, and/or Social Performance roles within mining, exploration, or heavy industry preferred
• Demonstrated experience supporting exploration or remote field-based operations preferred
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. regulatory frameworks, including OSHA, MSHA, EPA, and states’ environmental regulations preferred
• Proven ability to influence leaders, multidisciplinary teams, and contractors preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and risk management skills required
• High personal commitment to safety leadership and Barrick´s DNA values‑based performance.
• Eligible to live and work in the USA required
• Fluent in reading, writing, reading and interrupting in English language required

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree and/or professional certifications, preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure effective implementation of integrated SHEC programs.
• Partner with Exploration leadership to proactively manage critical risks, strengthen safety culture, and reduce the likelihood of incidents with the objective of preventing fatalities and serious incidents, minimizing environmental impact or property damage, while fostering positive community relationships and protecting the Company’s License to Operate (LTO) across all U.S. exploration activities.
• Ensure all U.S. exploration activities comply with corporate Safety and Health standards, as well as applicable federal, state, and local regulations (including OSHA, MSHA, and state-specific requirements).
• Lead the implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of the Exploration Occupational Health & Safety Management System.
• Plan, lead, and participate in Management Assurance Reviews (MARs), internal audits, and field-based safety inspections across U.S. exploration projects.
• Oversee the deployment and effectiveness of Fatal Risk Management processes and Life-Saving Controls relevant to exploration and contractor activities.
• Promote and embed a strong, proactive safety culture focused on visible leadership, risk awareness, and incident-free performance.
• Design, implement, and deliver safety leadership, emergency response, and risk management training for employees and contractors.
• Review, analyze, and report safety and health performance metrics, trends, and leading indicators.
• Ensure exploration activities comply with corporate Environmental standards and all applicable U.S. federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Lead the implementation and monitoring of Environmental Management System (EMS) requirements applicable to exploration activities.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and management of environmental aspects and impacts associated with exploration programs.
• Ensure environmental controls, monitoring programs, and reporting mechanisms are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Support permitting, baseline studies, and environmental risk assessments for exploration projects.
• Lead or support investigations of environmental incidents and near misses, ensuring timely reporting and effective corrective actions.
• Promote environmental awareness and training for employees and contractors involved in exploration activities.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the development and tracking of corrective and preventive action plans.
• Lead occupational health programs, including industrial hygiene, health surveillance, fatigue management, and preventive health initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support the development and implementation of community engagement and social performance strategies for U.S. exploration activities.
• Ensure exploration programs are conducted in a manner that respects local communities, landowners, Indigenous Peoples, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and manage social risks and opportunities associated with exploration activities.
• Support early-stage stakeholder engagement, communication, and grievance management processes.
• Promote responsible exploration practices that align with corporate values, sustainability commitments, and social responsibility standards.
• Contribute to maintaining and strengthening the Company’s social license to operate in the United States.

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks
• a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution
• paid time off
• company-sponsored medical clinics
• company match share purchase program

What This Job Offers

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