Safety Specialist – Mining & Chemical Operations

Lithium Americas Corp.; Winnemucca (NV); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lithium Americas is seeking a Safety Specialist to support the Safety Manager in developing and implementing effective safety programs at the Winnemucca site, with eventual transition to Thacker Pass during commissioning and production.

You will coordinate safety audits, training, hazard assessments, and incident investigations, ensuring MSHA and OSHA compliance while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across operations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in science or a related health and safety field.
• 2–4 years of safety experience in chemical/oil/gas or mineral processing environments preferred.
• EMT or First Responder certification a plus.
• Working knowledge of US/Nevada OSHA and MSHA regulations.

Aufgaben

• Support Safety Manager in developing and implementing safety programs for Thacker Pass project.
• Coordinate safety audits, inspections, and training activities.
• Develop, administer and deliver MSHA/OSHA training; maintain training records.
• Conduct hazard assessments for new chemicals and oversee industrial hygiene programs.
• Review and manage Safe Work Permits (e.g., Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Excavation).
• Oversee PPE and lockout equipment programs; ensure proper usage and maintenance.
• Assist in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance safety performance.

Kenntnisse

Safety program leadership

Hazard identification

Training delivery

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in science or health and safety

Jobbeschreibung

Lithium Americas is seeking a Safety Specialist to support the Safety Manager in developing and implementing effective safety programs at the Winnemucca site, with eventual transition to Thacker Pass during commissioning and production.

You will coordinate safety audits, training, hazard assessments, and incident investigations, ensuring MSHA and OSHA compliance while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement across operations.