Health Safety Environment Officer

Msalabs; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MSALABS is seeking an HSE Officer based in Elko, Nevada, with remote support for Alaska. You will lead field safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with MSHA and OSHA standards while driving continuous safety improvements across operations.

The role requires 3–5 years in industrial/mining environments, deep knowledge of safety regulations, and strong communication skills to train staff and manage incidents effectively.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in a relevant field (Safety/Engineering).
• Experience with ICAM incident investigations.
• Knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field safety inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks and training programs.
• Assist in incident investigations and root-cause analyses.

Skills

Incident Investigation

Hazard Identification

Risk Assessment

Safety Leadership

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Are you a results-oriented leader with a passion for laboratory operations, quality control, and continuous improvement? Ready to take your career to the next level in a fast-paced, growing organization?

Join MSALABS and play a pivotal role in managing logistics, inventory operational efficiency, and delivering high-quality analytical services to clients across the globe.

About MSALABS:

MSALABS is a global provider of geochemical laboratory services for the exploration and mining industries. We deliver a complete range of analytical services from greenfields exploration through to mine closure, including laboratory management, onsite services, and sample preparation.

We are currently seeking a HSE Officer assist with the implementation and maintenance of an effective Health, Safety and Environmental Management System required by the company to achieve and maintain required industry best practice and ISO45001 and ISO14001 guidelines and requirements. Support to operations should ensure that the Organisation complies with health, safety and environmental regulations while mitigating risks in the workplace

HSE Officer

Location: based in Elko Nevada (Supporting Alaska site remotely )

Responsibilities and Authorities

• Conduct regular field safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Identify and mitigate workplace hazards, ensuring compliance with MSHA, OSHA and company safety standards.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action

development.

• Deliver safety meetings, toolbox talks, and assist with training program
• Attend and contribute to regular operations meetings, such as weekly safety meetings and production meetings
• Monitor and enforce the proper use of PPE and safe work practices
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and training teams to drive continuous
• improvement in safety performance.
• Assist in emergency response preparedness and drills when needed
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and generate reports, which shall include all environmental parameters / indicators to the Global HSE Manager
• Provide on-site inductions, ensuring all employees and contractors are compliant and competent for the required tasks/roles.
• Maintain and manage critical registers, including but not limited to inspection schedules, hazard boards, calibrated equipment, lifting and slinging, etc
• Adhere to the company Business Code of Ethics and rules of confidentiality
• Provide HSE mentoring to operational personnel through presentations, communications, and knowledge sharing from incidents.
• Review and realign company and site procedures/safe work practices as necessary.
• Highlight areas where training/certification is required to meet legislative requirements, approved Codes of Practice, or industry standards
• Contractor management, including auditing, vetting records and checking risk assessments and training
• Assist and provide back up for workplace injury reporting and return to work plans including gradual return to work or modified duties
• Verify the incident log monthly and ensure the closure of all incidents following a robust investigative process
• Assist the operations team in conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and follow up to ensure that corrective actions are implemented
• Compile and distribute Lessons Learned, Near Misses and Safety Bulletins
• Ensure that all non-conformances are closed out timeously
• Working knowledge of federal Occupational Safety and Health Act, regulations, and directives related to State enforcement activities.
• Maintain updated electronic copies of the various Acts and Regulations
• Liaise with the local Department of Labor, EHP’s, MSHA etc
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, standards, procedures, and rules.
• Ensure that occupational hygiene surveys take place and medical surveillance as per local legislation and monitor results to ensure that the Control Programs remain effective
• Evaluate and recommend controls for health hazards in the workplace through inspections, surveys, research and analysis involving scientific disciplines

Knowledge, Training and Education Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in relevant tertiary qualification.
• Incident Investigation using the ICAM Method
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment certificate.
• Training in ISO system requirements and related technical disciplines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. (Power Apps experience advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration)

and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health) legislation

• Ability to: read and interpret technical, legal and scientific documents, journals, reports, regulations and statutes
• Respiratory protection
• Knowledge on hazardous chemicals and hazardous respirable dusts
• Working knowledge, and demonstrated application, of industrial hygiene safety and health
• Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning
• Detail orientated and ability to work very well under pressure
• Ability to earn and maintain respect by demonstrating credibility and integrity
• Ability to influence people at all levels
• Ability to make and implement difficult decisions, and communicate the reasons for them
• Self-motivated and works well unsupervised
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Broad knowledge of lab operations is advantageous

Experience Required

• 3 to 5 years Industry experience – industrial / construction /mining / exploration
• Working knowledge of fall protection, rescue equipment, lifting equipment, pressure vessels, fume hoods advantageous

Like to know more? Check out www.msalabs.com

MSALABS is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage everyone to apply.