NGM – Site Safety & Health Manager

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverages

401k with employer contribution and 6%

Paid time off

Company clinics

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

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 in Nevada. The role partners with senior leadership to align strategy with execution, strengthen risk management, and deliver measurable safety improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field, 10+ years in HS&T leadership, and CSP or equivalent designation preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field is required.
• 10+ years of senior-level HS&T leadership experience in mining, refining, or heavy industrial environments is preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site safety, occupational health, and training ensuring program delivery and regulatory compliance.
• Lead safety, industrial hygiene, workers' compensation, and emergency response teams.
• Develop and maintain site-wide HS&T systems, SOPs, and data management processes.
• Monitor safety trends, conduct risk assessments, and implement proactive controls.
• Collaborate with site and senior leadership to align HS&T objectives with business plans.
• Ensure regulatory and corporate reporting compliance; liaise with MSHA and other agencies.
• Champion innovation by integrating new technologies and industry best practices.
• Plan annual and long-range HS&T strategies, goals, and budgets.

Skills

HS&T leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

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

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.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.