Health and Safety Coordinator, Underground Operations

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Ontario is seeking a Health and Safety Coordinator for Underground Operations. The role involves ensuring safety goals are achieved, supporting operations, and maintaining compliance with legislation. Candidates should have at least 5 years of underground mining experience, direct health and safety experience, and demonstrate leadership skills. Bilingualism in French is considered an asset. Competitive benefits include accommodations and meals on site, along with transportation to the mine.

Benefits

Accommodations and meals provided on site

Transportation to and from the mine site

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in underground mining operations with health and safety experience.
• Accredited in common core programs for underground operations.
• Demonstrated leadership in influencing positive work behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Develop targets for health and safety goals and strategies.
• Attend safety meetings and develop safe work procedures.
• Ensure site compliance to local and national legislation.

Skills

5 years experience in underground mining operations

3 years of direct health and safety experience

Bilingualism in French

Education

Accredited in common core programs #770121 and #770010

Train the Trainer certificate

Job description

Health and Safety Coordinator, Underground Operations (DET00391)

Values

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

About Our Operation

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

Your Next Challenge

Reporting to the General Supervisor, Health and Safety, you will be part of the Health and Safety Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

Responsibilities

• Understand the health and safety goals and strategies of the company and work with the Health & Safety General Supervisor to develop targets to achieve fiscal, strategic and legislative requirements.
• Support underground operations by attending safety meetings and huddles, developing and reviewing procedures, standards, and guidelines for safe work.
• Ensure site compliance to local (provincial) and national legislation and produce inspection reports.
• Participate in incident investigations and provide guidance on follow‑up action items.
• Inspect, audit and evaluate health and safety management systems, workplace conditions, equipment and work practices.
• Support and maintain health and safety management systems for underground operations.
• Ensure training provided to employees meets intended and legislative requirements.
• Correct or commend health and safety performance.
• Provide in‑field coaching to supervisors and workers on safe work practices.
• Ensure new policies and procedures are distributed, discussed and understood, and adhered to.
• Liaise with MLITSD inspectors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in underground mining operations, with 3 years of direct health and safety experience (hands‑on mining experience is considered an asset).
• Accredited in common core programs #770121 – common core for first line underground supervisor, #770010 – underground hard rock miner common core.
• Train the Trainer certificate.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in influencing positive work behaviours and environments, conflict management, training of personnel, etc.
• Bilingualism in French is considered an asset.
• Operational understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Mines and Mining Plants (OHSA O. Reg. 854).
• Experience and willingness to participate in Ontario Mine Rescue training is considered an asset.

Your Work Schedule

Schedule: 7/7 schedule at our Detour Lake Mine.

Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.