Health and Safety Coordinator
Job Description:
Job Title: Health & Safety Coordinator
Location: Gouverneur, NY (within a 2-hour drive of The Thousand Islands, Lake Ontario, the Adirondacks, and Lake Placid)
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Experience Required: Minimum 3 Years
Education Required: Bachelors Degree
Industry: Mining & Metals
Job Function: Engineering
Relocation Assistance: Not available
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Number of Positions: 1
Position Overview
A well-established mining operation based in Gouverneur, NY is seeking a dedicated and experienced Health & Safety Coordinator. This role will focus on ensuring workplace safety and regulatory compliance, developing proactive health and safety strategies, and promoting a positive safety culture across all departments.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure compliance with MSHA regulations and internal safety procedures.
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Develop, implement, and continuously improve health and safety policies and programs.
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Deliver and coordinate safety education and training programs.
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Conduct comprehensive risk assessments.
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Perform safety inspections in underground and surface work environments.
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Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
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Participate in MSHA inspections and respond to regulatory inquiries.
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Recommend and implement control measures to reduce risk.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MSHA and other relevant federal, state, and local health and safety regulations.
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Schedule and track annual physicals and hearing tests.
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Assist with the preparation of weekly and monthly H&S reports.
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Maintain detailed records of training, inspections, and investigations.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reinforce a strong safety-first culture.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a safety-focused role, preferably in the mining or heavy industrial sectors.
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Strong understanding of MSHA regulations and workplace safety compliance.
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Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and stay organized.
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Proficiency in using computers for communication, reporting, and record-keeping.
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MSHA Trainer Certification preferred.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal in English).
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Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation & Benefits
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401(k) Retirement Plan with additional employer contribution.
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Comprehensive medical coverage with low employee contribution.
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Free vision, dental, and life insurance.
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Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
Note: This position is located in Gouverneur, NY and does not offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.
Required Skills:
Relocation Safety Regulations Compliance Mining Regulatory Compliance Training Programs Corrective Actions Compensation Communication Skills Insurance Regulations Records Education Preparation Engineering English Training Communication