Industrial Hygienist

Careermine; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Performance bonus plan

Job summary

New Gold's New Afton site in Kamloops seeks an Industrial Hygienist to lead health and IH programs across underground and surface operations. You will evaluate chemical, physical and biological hazards, conduct exposure surveys, and guide control measures to protect workers.

The role emphasizes developing IH reports, training, and coordinating surveillance while aligning with Coeur's safety strategy. Hybrid/onsite work with a strong safety culture and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., BSc in Occupational and Public Health) or Technologist in related field.
• Master's degree in Industrial Hygiene is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years Health & Safety/Industrial Hygiene related experience.
• Certified or pursuing CIH or ROH certification.
• Experience in mining or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct exposure surveys and analyze monitoring data as per New Afton strategy.
• Develop IH reports and recommend corrective actions to management.
• Manage Hazardous Materials programs and SDS management process.
• Deliver IH related training and support safety information sharing.
• Lead the site IH monitoring committee and IH database.
• Coordinate exposure-related medical surveillance programs.

Skills

Industrial Hygiene

Exposure monitoring

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Planning & organizing

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational/Public Health

Masters in Industrial Hygiene (preferred)

Tools

Exposure monitoring equipment

Job description

Make an impact at an all-North American precious metals producer. New Gold is now part of Coeur Mining. Visit www.coeur.com to learn more.

Coeur Mining attracts and hires highly skilled individuals.

By joining our team, you can look forward to:

• A stimulating values-based work environment
• A culture of collaboration and inclusion
• Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
• Career development opportunities
• A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
• A competitive total compensation program
• A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan

About Coeur Mining:

Coeur Mining is a growing, all-North American precious metals producer with seven operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine and Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota, the Rainy River gold mine in Ontario, Canada, and the New Afton copper-gold mine in British Columbia, Canada. In addition, Coeur owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur offers a flexible, hybrid work model and a culture built on safety, collaboration, and real opportunities to develop your career for those who want to grow alongside a company that is doing the same.

New Afton

Situated 10 kilometers west of Kamloops, British Columbia, the New Afton mine is an underground gold and copper producing site.

Kamloops is a city of 105,000 people, located 350 kilometers east of Vancouver. The area provides the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community with its own university and within easy reach of world class ski resorts, championship golf courses, mountain biking trails, popular recreational lakes and award-winning vineyards.

About the Role

Schedule: 40 hours per week, flexible work schedules available

Position Reports To: Health and Safety Manager

Position Overview

The Industrial Hygienist is responsible for maintaining and managing New Afton's Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene programs. These programs have been designed to anticipate, evaluate and control chemical, physical and biological hazards in the underground mine, the mill and throughout the surface site.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct exposure surveys and analyze monitoring data, as per New Afton's Exposure Assessment Strategy
• Develop Industrial Hygiene Reports and recommend suitable corrective action/control to management
• Manage the site Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Materials Management Program and vendor SDS management process
• Participate in and support the sharing of safety related information, skills and best practices across the organization
• Develop and deliver Industrial Hygiene related training
• Lead the site Industrial Hygiene monitoring committee
• Implement and manage the Industrial Hygiene Monitoring Database
• Coordinate & schedule all exposure-related medical surveillance programs
• Support the site on any occupational health or industrial hygiene related inquiries related to chemical, physical and biological hazards encountered at the New Afton site
• Manage and balance Occupational Health budget
• Evaluate current and emerging safety and IH related regulations and applicable standards, communicate impact and recommend risk based mitigation actions
• Develop and implement IH/OH programs and initiatives to identify, assess, and control workplace health hazards.
• Ensure IH/OH efforts reduce risk to people, the environment, and the organization in alignment with global Occupational Health & Safety strategies.
• Align site IH/OH programs with Coeur's Corporate Occupational Health & Hygiene strategy to ensure consistency, compliance, and effective governance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in a related field (such as BSc in Occupational and Public Health) or Technologist in related field
• Masters degree, specialized in Industrial Hygiene (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years Health & Safety/Industrial Hygiene related experience
• Certified or actively pursuing professional certification in Industrial Hygiene (CIH or ROH)
• Experience in mining or other industrial related environment
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Demonstrated knowledge in exposure monitoring methodology and control principles
• Proficient in use and calibration of exposure monitoring equipment
• Proficiency in computer software applications
• Experience demonstrating a high level of problem solving and decision making
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, with a high level of planning, scheduling and organizational skills
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Other Requirements

Candidates will be required to participate in a comprehensive qualification process, including:

• Completion of pre-placement functional screen
• Provide proof of a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in Canada
• Provide confirmation of valid educational requirements

Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position will be between $90,000 to $120,000. A comprehensive benefits program and performance bonus plan will also be provided. This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on September 30, 2026.

Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility

New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans' status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Additional Information

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.

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