Field Safety Superintendent – Capital Projects (Mining)

Barrick Gold Corporation; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical plan

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Safety Superintendent for the Capital Projects team to provide hands-on, field-based safety leadership at project sites in the Elko region. You will implement the project safety management system, coach supervisors and contractors in hazard awareness, and verify critical controls are in place across high‑risk activities.

The role emphasizes a visible safety presence, incident investigations, training delivery, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to MSHA

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field; CMSP/CHST/OHST preferred.
• 7+ years safety experience in mining or heavy construction; supervisory experience preferred.
• MSHA regulations knowledge; first aid/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily field safety leadership with a strong on-site presence across work fronts.
• Implement and enforce the project safety management system and MSHA requirements at the site.
• Coach frontline supervisors and contractor teams in hazard identification and safe work planning.
• Verify critical controls for high-risk activities (lifting, work at height, confined space, energy isolation).
• Conduct field inspections, audits, and track corrective actions to closure.
• Lead and support incident reporting and investigations; assist with root cause analysis.
• Deliver site safety inductions, toolbox talks, and training sessions.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and participate in safety meetings.
• Support emergency preparedness, drills, and liaison with emergency services.
• Maintain accurate safety records and reporting.

Skills

MSHA regulations knowledge

Coaching

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Incident investigation

Autonomy and prioritization

Education

Diploma/degree in Occupational Health and Safety

CMSP/CHST/OHST preferred

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Safety Superintendent for the Capital Projects team to provide hands-on, field-based safety leadership at project sites in the Elko region. You will implement the project safety management system, coach supervisors and contractors in hazard awareness, and verify critical controls are in place across high‑risk activities.

The role emphasizes a visible safety presence, incident investigations, training delivery, and maintaining accurate records while adhering to MSHA