Mine Safety Lead: Team Leadership & Compliance

Martin Marietta; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Safety Lead at the Ames Mine to promote safety excellence, communicate standards, and ensure ongoing policy compliance across daily operations.

The role emphasizes training, inspections, incident investigations, and active participation in safety audits, with frequent travel within the division. A strong background in MSHA rules, heavy equipment knowledge, and leadership in safety is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations.
• Effective verbal communication.
• Knowledge of heavy mobile equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Participate in safety programs and trainings, promoting Guardian Angel culture.
• Establish and maintain effective communication within all areas of operation.
• Conduct regular inspections for safety, housekeeping and mechanical issues.
• Implement and apply all safety rules, regulations and procedures of the mine.
• Review safety and maintenance reports daily.
• Train workers in operation of equipment and safety procedures.
• Lead new hire orientation for all plant and mine hourly employees.
• Participate in mine safety audits, track results and follow up on action items.
• Assist with location incident investigations.
• Assist with safety center administration on observations and near misses.
• Participate in MSHA visits at assigned locations.
• Coordinate SOMA Industrial Hygiene assessments and training.
• Identify, analyze, and control occupational hazards.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Minimal supervision

MSHA knowledge

Verbal communication

Safety leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Heavy equipment operations or military experience preferred

Job description

Martin Marietta is seeking a Safety Lead at the Ames Mine to promote safety excellence, communicate standards, and ensure ongoing policy compliance across daily operations.

The role emphasizes training, inspections, incident investigations, and active participation in safety audits, with frequent travel within the division. A strong background in MSHA rules, heavy equipment knowledge, and leadership in safety is required.