Senior Site Safety & Health Leader – Mining

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

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.