Head of Emergency Response & Site Safety

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Chief of Emergency Response to lead the Emergency Response Team (ERT) within the Safety and Health group at Cortez Mine. The role focuses on training, compliance, budgeting, and coordination with external responders.

The candidate will manage training plans for surface and underground teams, maintain EMS certifications, and ensure CFR compliance. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Five years of active participation on an Underground/Surface ERT preferred.
• Ability to be self-directed with minimal supervision.
• MSHA instructor certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Nevada EMT/AEMT certification or obtain within 2 years.
• EMS Instructor endorsement or obtain within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead ERT training and equipment needs assessments.
• Maintain site emergency response equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate site emergency preparedness training and readiness.
• Develop and implement surface/underground rescue training plans.
• Ensure EMS training plan, certification, licensing, and permitting are up to date.
• Ensure compliance with emergency response regulations at all levels.
• Develop and manage the ERT budget.
• Assess training needs with site management and plan annual training.
• Participate in risk assessments.
• Assist safety inspections and audits across site.
• Plan and execute regular trainings.
• Manage ERT member files for state/MSHA reviews.
• Ensure ERT members meet CFR physical requirements.
• Pursue personal development opportunities.
• Report deficiencies in Emergency Response Plan to Senior Leadership.
• Review and revise site Emergency Response Plan annually.
• Designate a competent person for duties during absence.
• Coordinate with external emergency services as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-directed work style

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Safety performance

Education

MSHA instructor certification (SI/UI/MR) or ability to obtain within 1 year

Nevada EMT/AEMT certification or obtain within 2 years

EMS Instructor endorsement or obtain within 2 years

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Chief of Emergency Response to lead the Emergency Response Team (ERT) within the Safety and Health group at Cortez Mine. The role focuses on training, compliance, budgeting, and coordination with external responders.

The candidate will manage training plans for surface and underground teams, maintain EMS certifications, and ensure CFR compliance. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.