Operations Health and Safety Coordinator 1

Operations Health and Safety Coordinator 1

Company Greenstone Gold Mines L.P.

Location: Geraldton, ON

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada’s largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Greenstone Mine is seeking a Operations Health and Safety Coordinator to join our team. Reporting to the Health and Safety Superintendent, the Operations Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of the Health and Safety program within the Greenstone Gold Mine.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Assist with the development and review of health and safety rules, policies and procedures in accordance with site, company and government regulation and legislation.
• Verify that the Health and Safety Management System is understood by all employees and contractors through surveillance audits and direct engagement.
• Facilitate and participate in incident/accident investigations and risk assessments.
• Develop and promote the adoption of new safety training programs and practices while maintaining a strong base of core safety practices.
• Assist with firefighting, mine rescue and other emergency planning preparations and related activities.
• Maintain and report health and safety statistics.
• Participate in daily safety interactions with employees including safety inspections and audits, identifying potentially hazardous situations.
• Conduct inspections to ensure that health and safety requirements and governmental legislation are being followed.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Have a passion for coaching and mentoring GGM employees to work safely.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to create a positive collaborative work environment.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• High school diploma/General Education Diploma (GED).
• Canadian Registered Safety Professional Designation or recognized degree in Occupational Health and Safety would be an asset.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a health and safety role within the mining industry.
• A combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of the position.
• Demonstrated experience leading groups.
• Advanced knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations for mines and processing plants.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with Health and Safety software programs.

LOCATION:

• This position will be based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.