Safety Specialist

Lithium Nevada, LLC; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithium Americas is seeking a Safety Specialist based in Winnemucca, NV. This role involves supporting the Safety Manager in creating and implementing effective safety programs, ensuring compliance with MSHA and OSHA regulations. Responsibilities include conducting safety audits, training, and promoting a strong safety culture across site operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2 to 4 years of related experience. We promote a collaborative environment and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience as a Safety Specialist or in a related leadership role.
• Working knowledge of U.S. and Nevada OSHA and MSHA regulations.
• EMT certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Safety Manager in developing safety programs.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and training.
• Manage Safe Work Permits for compliance.

Skills

Safety program development

Hazard assessments

Compliance with MSHA and OSHA

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or technical discipline

Job description

Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building, and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company’s flagship asset, Thacker Pass, is located in Humboldt County in northern Nevada and is the world’s largest known measured lithium source and reserve. We are focused on safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to help strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs, and maximizing sustainable value for our stakeholders.

Safety Specialist

We are seeking a Safety Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the Safety Manager in developing and implementing effective safety programs for Thacker Pass. This position plays a key role in promoting a strong safety culture across site operations. The Safety Specialist will coordinate safety audits, inspections, training, and hazard assessments to ensure compliance with MSHA and OSHA regulatory requirements. The plant will consist of a sulfuric acid plant and processes for clay beneficiation, acid leaching, neutralization, crystallization, chemical precipitations, solid/liquid separations, and ion exchange. The successful candidate will have strong communication and leadership skills with a proven ability to improve safety in OSHA and MSHA regulated environments.

The role is based at our Winnemucca, NV office during construction and transition to the Thacker Pass Project during commissioning and throughout production and will report to the Safety Manager. Occasional travel to other LAC offices, project sites, or vendor locations may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Safety Manager to develop and implement effective safety programs for the Thacker Pass Project (TPP) and coordinate daily H&S activities.
• Collaborate with managers, directors, and supervisors to promote a culture of safety excellence.
• Participate in the site Safety Committee Organization (SCO) and support initiatives.
• Conduct regular safety and equipment walk‑throughs and inspections of facilities, equipment, and emergency response systems to ensure compliance and safe operations.
• Develop, administer and deliver MSHA/OSHA required training for employees, contractors and visitors; maintain training documentation and provide verification of training.
• Conduct hazard assessments for all new chemicals to be brought on site.
• Support site industrial hygiene programs, including occupational exposure monitoring.
• Review and manage Safe Work Permits (e.g., Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Excavation) to ensure proper issuance, compliance, and closure.
• Oversee PPE and lockout equipment programs, ensuring availability, maintenance, and proper usage.
• Coordinate onboarding safety training for contractors and visitors.
• Assist supervisors and management in the timely investigation of incidents, identification of root cause and rapid correction of contributing factors with documented closure.
• Prepare detailed plans of action to address safety improvements.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance safety performance.
• Assist to maintain all required safety compliance documentation.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or technical discipline related to health and safety, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 2 to 4 years of proven work experience serving as a Safety Specialist or similar leadership role in the chemical, oil and gas, or mineral processing industry.
• EMT certification or State First Responders’ certification is a plus.
• Working knowledge of U.S. and Nevada OSHA and/or MSHA regulations; experience in an OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) facility is preferred.
• Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values.

Working at Lithium Americas

We believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for long‑term growth and skills development.

We are committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lithium Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.