Health and Safety Coordinator

Location: Gouverneur, NY | Work mode: On site | Type: Direct hire

Empire State Mines is seeking a Health & Safety Coordinator for its mining operation. Located within a 2-hour drive of the Thousand Islands, Lake Ontario shoreline, the Adirondack Mountains, and world-class skiing at Lake Placid. Explore Canada with Montreal and Ottawa only 2-3 hours away.

Responsibilities

• Focus on workplace safety and compliance of procedures and MSHA regulations
• Develop, implement, and improve safety policies, procedures, and programs as needed
• Provide safety training and education
• Conduct risk assessments
• Inspect work environments underground and on the surface
• Investigate accidents
• Accompany MSHA on quarterly inspections or other site visits
• Evaluate and recommend control measures to minimize risk
• Stay informed of MSHA regulations along with other federal, state, and local H&S regulations
• Schedule annual required physicals and hearing tests
• Assist with weekly and monthly H&S reporting
• Maintain accurate and organized records of training, inspections, investigations, and other required records
• Work with all departments to promote a positive safety culture
• Other reasonable duties as needed

Requirements

• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and stay organized
• Ability to use a computer for written communication, tracking, and submitting reports
• Experience in workplace safety and compliance of procedures and MSHA regulations
• Industry experience preferred
• MSHA Trainer Certification preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Skill in written and verbal communication (in English)
• Legally authorized to work in the US

Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan with an additional employer contribution of 5% of gross wages weekly
• Excellus Medical plan with low employee contribution
• Free Vision, Dental, and Life Insurances
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Off