Carlin - Safety & Health Specialist, Surface

About the Role

We are looking for an entry-level Health and Safety (H&S) Specialist for our Carlin operations. The successful candidate will learn the work environment and perform duties related to the Occupational Health and Safety profession in a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical advisor for and interact with site Health and Safety professionals to develop and implement strategies to control immediate risks in the workplace and solve complex H&S opportunities.
• Actively participate in internal H&S inspections and audits to identify conditions, behaviors, corrective action implementation/compliance, and/or training related corrective actions and needs.
• Maintain a weekly to monthly overview plan for Industrial Hygiene and/or Safety and Health functions related to their assigned area or division.
• Work with all employees and staff to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and company safety and health standards and systems. Accompany division management along with OSHA inspectors during inspections.
• Serve as a resource or facilitator for incident investigations. Actively participate in the development of effective correction actions to prevent recurrence of safety incidents or industrial hygiene exposures and ensure validation of effectiveness in the field.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data entry into relevant systems.
• Assist in Team Based and Formal Risk Assessments by facilitating, developing, and tracking action plans.
• Maintain and sustain active involvement with division safety team, committees, and operations.
• Provide H&S coaching, mentoring, and training to employees.
• Actively participate in toolbox meetings, safety meetings, and other training sessions, and develop training material in conjunction with NGM sites.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Health and Safety or 2+ years of experience in industry preferred.
• OSHA 511 and 501 certifications preferred.
• Completed time in an Industrial Hygiene role or training preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.
• Strong and proven computer skills in Microsoft Office required.
• Ability to work independently to manage multiple complex systems and tasks required.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills required.
• Experience with ISO14001 or ISO45001 documentation practices preferred.

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks.
• 401k retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off.
• Company-sponsored medical clinics.
• Company match share purchase program.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.

About Us

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge.

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day, and leaving a sustainable legacy in our host communities.