Health And Safety Coordinator

  • Saskatoon
  • Nexgen Energy Ltd.
ROLE OVERVIEWReporting to the Manager, Health, Safety, Radiation and Environment on the Rook I Site, the Health and Safety (H&S) Coordinator will play a fundamental role in supporting all workers on site, including contractors on all matters relating to health and safety. The H&S Coordinator is a collaborative role that requires strong communication, relationship building and influencing skills.This role is pivotal in ensuring effective and safe behaviours and functioning on the Rook I site. It is a unique opportunity to join a team that is focused on the advancement of the Rook I Project (Project) – a Tier-1 uranium project – as it transitions to the next stage of development.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to)Support development and continual improvement of health and safety programs and processes for the Rook I site and project.Provide expertise and guidance to employees and contractors in the implementation of the health and safety programs, procedures and processes. Support employee and contractor engagement and hazard communication activities related to health and safety through occupational health committees and other means as required. Provide subject matter expert support and input as required to ensure Project and site processes are fit-for-purpose and comply with regulatory requirements. Participate in and contribute to risk assessments as related to conventional health and safety hazards and controls. Assist in the development and delivery of safety training programs for all employees, contractors, and visitors.Participate in the Integrated Management System audit activities as required.Assist in the incident management process, participate in incident investigations and corrective action activities as assigned.Analyze incident data to identify trends and prepare required health and safety reports as required.Drive continual improvement efforts enhancing health and safety, emergency preparedness and response, fire protection and contractor management programs. Participate in emergency response and mine rescue drills and training exercises.Promote a strong safety culture encouraging active participation with all employees and contractors.Recognize and reward safe behaviors and achievements.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEDiploma or certificate in Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner, Health and Safety Management, Risk Management, or a related field. Significant experience in mining or heavy industry may be accepted in place of educational requirements.Minimum of five years experience in heavy industry or mining, with uranium mining and milling experience considered an asset.Detailed knowledge of key concepts, theories, and practices related to effective control of health and safety related risks.Have an in-depth working knowledge of Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and Saskatchewan Mining Regulations.Proficiency in incident investigation and emergency response planning and execution, with preference given for underground mine rescue experience.Excellent communication and leadership skills.Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Strong digital literacy with Microsoft Office Suite, experience with database management, and the ability to learn new software.LOCATIONThis position will be based at the Rook I site located approximately 150 km North of La Loche, Saskatchewan on a two-week on/two-week off rotation schedule.