Health and Safety Specialist

Careermine; Fort Knox (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation is seeking a Health & Safety professional for the Fort Knox Mine to promote safety awareness, support Health and Safety programs, and aid in IH/OH activities across the site. The role involves field presence, training administration and collaboration with management to maintain a safe workplace.

The candidate will conduct health surveys, calibrate equipment, and help develop, implement, and improve safety SOPs, ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• College degree in a technical or science-related field.
• Must have or be able to obtain CMSP/MSP certification.
• Must have or be able to obtain MSHA instructor certification.
• Must have or be able to obtain CIH or OHST certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Proficient with safety management systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering IH and OH activities and monitor contractor programs.
• Manage MSHA miner training and annual refresher training.
• Conduct health surveys and site-wide sampling with data tracking systems.
• Calibrate, maintain and operate IH equipment to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Review and update Health and Safety SOPs and policies.
• Support the Critical Risk Management program and field safety initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent & team worker

Microsoft Office skills

Field safety program experience

Train-the-trainer/ safety training

Education

College degree in technical/science field

Tools

CMSP/MSP certification

MSHA instructor certification

CIH/OHST certification

Job description

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh - a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Who We Are

Founded in 1993, Kinross is a Canadian-based senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline.

Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. Our values-based approach ensures that sustainability and our environmental, social and governance commitments are a core part of our strategy and plans for future growth. In line with our values, we also aim to build meaningful partnerships with all of our stakeholders, including communities, shareholders, employees, governments and suppliers.

Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol: K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: KGC).

Fort Knox Mine

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a center of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh - a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis as protected by applicable state, federal and/or local law.

Fort Knox is NOT a camp mine

Job Description

Promote activities designed to maintain and to improve safety awareness throughout the mine property. Support implementation of policies and procedures under the Health & Safety programs. Assist in safety audits under the Kinross Gold Corporation Environmental and Health and Safety Management System.

Provide support to the Health and Safety Department by assisting with the administration of the sites Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health Programs. Facilitate area Industrial Hygiene inspections, training, and monitoring activities necessary to maintain a safe and healthy workplace, consistently ensure regulatory compliance, and align daily functions to reflect Kinross' values. Administrator specific training developed by the Health and Safety Department as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration of the sites Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health activities, monitoring performance of contractors IH programs and systems
• Administrate site MSHA new miner training, MSHA annual refresher training and other specific training developed by the Health and Safety Department as needed
• Conduct health surveys and sampling site wide while creating and/or maintaining appropriate data tracking systems and assist in the development and implementation of appropriate controls as deemed necessary by the results of monitoring and measuring activities
• Calibrate, maintain, and/or operate industrial hygiene equipment as deemed necessary to ensure compliance to organizational and regulatory requirements
• Assist in evaluating and maintaining all current Health and Safety SOPs, manuals, programs, including IH policies and procedures
• Assist with the Critical Risk Management Program by providing support to risk owners, training, new risk development, deep dive reviews and overall continuous improvement of the program
• Spend adequate time in the field to encourage use and implementation of Kinross Health and Safety programs
• Estimated travel based on current job requirements is TBD
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills
• Helps develop other department personnel to perform duties listed above
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality, and code of conduct
• Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance
• Participate or represent the company during MSHA interactions. Coordinate abatement of any citations and complete the proper reports
• Works without risk or harm to self and others
• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by state agency, or must be able to pass driver competency course and exam
• Punctuality and regular attendance required
• Perform other related functions pertaining to employees and contractors
• Ability to fill in for direct supervisor as needed.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• College degree, preferably in a technical or science-related field, is preferred
• Employees must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records
• General understanding of mining operations as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills
• Must possess or have the capability of obtaining a CMSP or MSP certification
• Must possess or have the capability of obtaining an MSHA instructor certification
• Must possess or have the capability of obtaining CIH or OHST certification
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets
• Must be available for shift work, overtime, holidays, and weekends
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations, occupational health standards, industrial hygiene principles, and applicable federal and state safety requirements is preferred
• Experience conducting field inspections, audits, exposure monitoring, incident investigations, or risk assessments in an industrial or mining environment is preferred
• Ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate safety training for employees and contractors
• Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports, track corrective actions, and communicate findings clearly to employees, contractors, and management
• Strong computer skills, including the ability to use safety management systems, data tracking tools, and Microsoft Office applications
• Prefer Health and Safety background with five or more years of experience

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).