Safety Department
Health and Safety Specialist
Mount Polley Mining Corporation currently has a position available for an Health and Safety Specialist.
Job Description
The Health and Safety Specialist will be responsible to provide site access control and first aid coverage in accordance with Mount Polley Mining Corporations policies and procedures. The position also requires the collation of data, and information relevant to the safety department.
- Provide First Aid and Emergency Response Coverage as it relates to the site Emergency Response Plan First Aid and applicable regulations;
- Perform drug screening and breath alcohol screening as required for all cases of post-incident, reasonable cause or pre-access/employment as required;
- Maintain mine site security through controlling visitor and vendor access to the property;
- Assist with the implementation of the Workplace Exposure Monitoring Program
- Ensure adherence to the company environmental policy, work standards, management plans and regulatory obligations and requirements
- Facilitate prevention and improvements in safe work culture and behaviors through coaching and interactions with site management, employees, contractors and visitors.
Minimum Qualifications and Preferences
Valid WCB Occupational First Aid Level 3
- Advanced level proficiency of MS Office programs;
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in safety related role in an mining and/or industrial setting;
- Valid Class 4 (or higher) BC Driver’s License;
- A valid Mine Rescue certificate will be considered an asset
Mount Polley is an open pit copper/gold mine owned by Imperial Metals Corporation, located in central British Columbia, 100km northeast of Williams Lake. MPMC is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. MPMC is about promoting diversity to ensure employees feel valued and respected and where they can build meaningful careers. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs, and professional development Mount Polley offers a safe and supportive workplace. MPMC is not a fly-in/fly-out camp and employees are expected to secure their own accommodation within the local area.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Preference will be given to local candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Likely, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person