Safety Lead

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu Mining Corp. in Arizona seeks an experienced Safety Lead to champion Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across open pit mining operations. You will lead audits, trainings, and incident investigations, partnering with site management to strengthen safety culture.

The role requires 4+ years EHS in mining, MSHA training, and ability to travel up to 90% across Arizona, including overnight stays. You will develop corrective actions and deliver MSHA Part 48 training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years EHS in mining or related industries.
• MSHA training required.
• Onsite mining experience preferred.
• Ability to travel AZ up to 90%.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and environmental management system improvements.
• Perform site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents using root cause analysis.
• Develop and deliver safety trainings including MSHA Part 48.
• Support regulatory inspections and interactions with MSHA.
• Prepare EHS performance reports for leadership.
• Facilitate safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Coach supervisors on hazard recognition and safe work practices.
• Travel to multiple mining locations as needed.

Skills

MSHA knowledge

OSHA standards

Environmental regs

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in Safety or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Safety Lead

Job Location (Short): Mesa, Arizona, USA, 85210-6105 | Phoenix, Arizona, USA, 85034 | Prescott, Arizona, USA, 86305 | Sahuarita, Arizona, USA, 85629 | Tucson, Arizona, USA, 85713

Requisition ID: 37485

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

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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 customer 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 job requires several years' experience working in mining, a prior or active MSHA, as well as the ability to travel across the state of Arizona up to 90% weekly, 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

• Clean driving record
• Ability to travel up to 90% across Arizona, including overnights
• 2+ years working onsite at a mine required
• Current or previous MSHA training required

Education

• Associate's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Mining Engineering, or a related field.
• 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)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• 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.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

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/.