Health and Safety Coordinator

MTW Employment Services; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenstone Mine is hiring an Operations Health and Safety Coordinator to bolster their Health and Safety program. The role focuses on developing safety protocols, responding to incidents, and ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, requiring proven experience in the mining sector and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations

Commitment to inclusiveness and equity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a health and safety role within the mining industry.
• Advanced knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of health and safety rules and procedures.
• Conduct incident investigations and risk assessments.
• Engage with employees for health and safety management.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Risk Assessment

Health and Safety Management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Health and Safety software programs

Job description

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada’s largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Operations Health and Safety Coordinator to join our team. Reporting to the Health and Safety Superintendent, the Operations Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of the Health and Safety program within the mine.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and review of health and safety rules, policies and procedures in accordance with site, company and government regulation and legislation.
• Verify that the Health and Safety Management System is understood by all employees and contractors through surveillance audits and directly engaging with all.
• Facilitate and participate in incident/accident investigations and risk assessments.
• Develop and promote the adoption of new safety training programs and practices while maintaining a strong base of core safety practices.
• Assist with firefighting, mine rescue and other emergency planning preparations and related activities.
• Maintain and report health and safety statistics.
• Participate in daily safety interactions with employees including safety inspections and audits, identifying potentially hazardous situations.
• Conduct inspections to ensure that health and safety requirements and governmental legislation is being followed.
• Coach and mentor employees to work safely.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• 5+ years of experience in a health and safety role within the mining industry.
• A combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of the position.
• Advanced knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations for mines and processing plants.
• Experience with Health and Safety software programs.

Job Conditions

• Strong leadership skills and able to create a positive work environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

• Canadian Registered Safety Professional Designation or recognized degree in Occupational Health and Safety is an asset.

Education

• High school diploma, General Education Development (GED), or combination of education and work-related experience.

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.