HSE Advisor - Underground Mining

JDS Group of Companies; Wells; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The HSE Advisor for Underground Mining supports the HSE Manager in implementing safety programs on active underground mining projects in British Columbia. The role focuses on safety preparedness and day-to-day protection of personnel and operations.

Key duties include field safety presence, worker orientation and training, mine rescue planning, incident and hazard investigations, safety documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Field safety presence in underground and surface areas of the site
• Deliver and track site-specific safety orientations and toolbox talks
• Assist with underground mine rescue planning and drills
• Support incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Maintain safety documentation including inspections, permits, and training records
• Assist with digital safety system inputs (e.g., SiteDocs, Intelex)
• Liaise with regulatory inspectors under direction of the HSE Manager

Job description

The HSE Advisor for Underground Mining is responsible for supporting the HSE Manager in the implementation and monitoring of all safety programs and initiatives on active underground mining projects. This position plays a key role in the day-to-day safety of personnel and operations, with an emphasis on safety preparedness, hazard identification, incident prevention, mine rescue, and worker training.

Responsibilities

Field Safety Support

• Provide visible, on-the-ground safety presence in underground and surface areas of the site.
• Conduct safety observations, inspections, and audits to ensure compliance with site safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Support supervisors and field crews in identifying and mitigating risks during daily operations.

Worker Orientation & Training

• Deliver and track site-specific safety orientations for all personnel and contractors.
• Support the development and facilitation of toolbox talks, safety meetings, and ongoing worker training sessions.
• Monitor competency records and assist with training documentation and verification.

Mine Rescue & Emergency Response

• Assist with the coordination and execution of underground mine rescue planning and drills.
• Maintain readiness of mine rescue equipment and underground communication systems.
• Participate in mine rescue activities, including as an active member of the sites emergency response team.

Incident & Hazard Management

• Support incident investigations and participate in root cause analysis using ICAM or equivalent methods.
• Record, track, and follow up on hazard reports and corrective actions to ensure timely closeout.

Safety Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety documentation including inspections, permits, and training records.
• Support preparation of daily and weekly safety reports for internal and client distribution.
• Assist with digital safety system inputs (e.g., SiteDocs, Intelex, or company-specific platforms).

Regulatory Compliance

• Support site compliance with occupational health & safety regulations and underground mining legislation.
• Liaise with regulatory inspectors when required, under direction of the HSE Manager.