NGM – Site Safety & Health Manager

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401k retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Company-sponsored medical clinics

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines in Elko, Nevada is seeking a Site Safety & Health Manager to advance a world-class safety culture across its mining operations. This role involves shaping safety strategy, leading safety teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering continuous improvement within the organization.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of leadership experience in safety management, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and a proven track record of developing effective safety programs. We value collaboration and are committed to a diverse, high-performing work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior-level HS&T leadership experience in mining or heavy industry.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent designation preferred.
• Proven track record in designing and improving large-scale safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of site safety and training.
• Lead and develop high-performing safety teams.
• Implement standardized training programs across the site.
• Monitor safety trends and conduct risk assessments.
• Collaborate with leadership on HS&T objectives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.

Skills

Safety program development

Risk management

Occupational health expertise

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field

Tools

Safety management systems

Data management processes

Job description

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an experienced Site Safety & Health Manager to shape and advance a world-class safety culture across a complex mining operation. This role partners with senior leadership to align strategy with execution, strengthen risk management, and deliver measurable improvements in safety performance.

This role is accountable for advancing a best-in-class Safety, Health & Training (HS&T) function by aligning site execution with enterprise strategy, strengthening operational discipline, and improving overall program effectiveness.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead HS&T Strategy & Execution: Oversee all aspects of site safety, occupational health, and training, ensuring effective program delivery, regulatory compliance, and alignment with corporate standards and strategic priorities.
• Build and Lead High-Performing Teams: Provide direct leadership to safety, industrial hygiene, workers’ compensation, and emergency response functions, while fostering capability, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Implement and enhance site-wide systems, including standardized training programs, SOPs, and data management processes to improve consistency, scalability, and performance.
• Strengthen Risk Management: Monitor safety trends, conduct risk assessments, and lead the development of proactive controls and corrective actions to eliminate hazards and reduce exposure.
• Partner with Leadership: Collaborate with site and senior leadership to shape HS&T objectives, influence decision-making, and ensure integration with business plans, operational procedures, and workforce strategy.
• Ensure Compliance & Reporting: Maintain compliance with all regulatory and corporate requirements, while overseeing performance reporting and representing the organization with regulatory and external stakeholders. Serve as key liaison with MSHA, state and federal agencies.
• Advance Continuous Improvement: Champion innovation by integrating new technologies, industry best practices, and corporate initiatives to enhance safety outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Plan for the Future: Develop and manage annual and long-range HS&T strategies, goals, and budgets aligned with Barrick and Nevada Gold Mines’ safety system.
• Preform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (or equivalent experience) required
• Minimum 10 years of senior-level HS&T leadership experience in mining, refining, or heavy industrial environments preferred
• Proven track record designing, leading, and improving large-scale safety, health, and training programs required
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing senior leadership required
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent designation preferred

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.