Safety Lead

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Mesa (AZ); In loco; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Komatsu Mining Corp. in Mesa, AZ, is seeking a Field Service EHS Specialist to advance Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across mining operations. You will partner with field teams to drive regulatory compliance, schedule trainings, manage risk reduction, and foster a strong safety culture.

This role requires up to 95% travel and onsite presence at multiple open pit sites. You will conduct audits and investigations, deliver MSHA Part 48 training, and report EHS performance to site and

Competenze

• Associate's degree preferred in Safety/Environment/Mining or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and mining experience may be considered.
• Minimum 4 years of EHS experience in mining, aggregate, or heavy industrial environments.
• Experience supporting MSHA-regulated operations and safety training.

Mansioni

• Lead implementation and continuous improvement of safety and environmental programs.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, risk assessments, and investigations.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Develop and deliver safety training including MSHA Part 48 requirements.
• Support regulatory inspections and collect EHS metrics reports.

Conoscenze

Field safety

Regulatory compliance

Training delivery

Incident investigation

MSHA regulations knowledge

Formazione

Associate's degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Equivalent combination of education and mining industry experience

Strumenti

MS Office

EHS management systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Location (Short): Mesa, Arizona, USA, 85210-6105 | Safford, Arizona, USA, 85546

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Job Overview

The Field Service EHS Specialist serves as a key resource for supporting and advancing Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across mining, aggregate, construction, and industrial operations at open pit mine sites. This position partners with operations management and field personnel to drive regulatory compliance, schedule trainings, risk reduction, injury prevention, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, lead training efforts, conduct audits and investigations, and support the development of a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

This role requires up to 95% travel, including overnights.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and continuous improvement of mine safety and environmental management systems.
• Conduct routine site inspections, compliance audits, workplace examinations, and risk assessments.
• Identify hazards and develop corrective actions to eliminate or reduce risk.
• Investigate incidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage events, and environmental incidents using root cause analysis techniques.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs, including MSHA Part 48 training requirements.
• Support mine management with regulatory inspections and interactions with MSHA and environmental agencies.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist with environmental programs including air quality, stormwater, waste management, spill prevention, and permitting requirements.
• Review and analyze EHS performance metrics and prepare reports for site and corporate leadership.
• Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and leadership safety engagements.
• Coach supervisors and employees on hazard recognition, safe work practices, and critical risk controls.
• Participate in contractor safety management processes.
• Support emergency response planning, drills, and incident response activities.
• Travel to multiple mining locations as needed to support operations.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Able to travel up to 90% to customer sites, including overnights weekly

Education

• Associate's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and mining industry experience may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of EHS experience in mining, aggregate, quarry, construction, industrial, or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Minimum of 4 years supporting MSHA-regulated operations.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, compliance audits, risk assessments, and corrective action management.
• Experience in developing, scheduling, and delivering employee safety training.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• MSHA regulations (30 CFR)
• OSHA standards
• Environmental regulations (EPA)
• DOT transportation requirements
• Risk assessment and hazard identification methodologies
• Familiarity with surface and underground mining operations.
• Experience using Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret regulations and effectively communicate compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems. Previous EHS, MSHA/Part 48,OSHA, EPA.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP)
• MSHA Authorized Trainer (Part 48)
• Mining industry experience in copper, gold, aggregates, coal, or industrial minerals operations.
• Experience with behavior-based safety programs and critical risk management systems.

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion.United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment.Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence.Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people.Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future.If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!

If you want to learn more about Komatsu, please visit our website at https://www.komatsu.com/.