CLIENT HIGHLIGHT
Our client is a leading organization in the natural resources and mining sector, managing one of the most significant construction and development projects in the U.S. They are committed to safety, environmental responsibility, and building strong partnerships with communities and contractors.
The client fosters a collaborative, mission-driven culture where employees are supported with competitive compensation, strong benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Team members joining this project will contribute directly to a high-profile development that emphasizes operational excellence, innovation, and long-term sustainability.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected client with a strong safety culture and a reputation for executing complex, remote-site projects with integrity and technical excellence.
LOCATION
Stibnite, Boise, and/or Donnelly offices, occasionally remote as needed
- The Health, Safety & Security Manager will be primarily site-based at Stibnite during execution. However, the role may also be performed from office in Donnelly or Boise, with occasional remote work flexibility where appropriate. As the project transitions from construction into operations, the work location may evolve in alignment with operational needs, leaving flexibility for the right candidate. The employee is responsible for providing their own transportation to the assigned office. Regular travel between Stibnite, Donnelly, and Boise will be required based on business needs.
COMPENSATION
TBD between $85-125 per hour
SCHEDULE
Monday – Friday (40-hours) – rotational work
DURATION
3 years permanent employment
POSITION OVERVIEW – Health, Safety & Security Manager
Reporting to the VP, Projects, the Health, Safety & Security Manager (HSSM) will serve as a core member of the leadership team, overseeing all Health, Safety, and Security aspects of the Stibnite Gold Project (“SGP”) through pre-construction, execution, and handover to operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that the Client’s HSS requirements are met in collaboration with contractors and project partners.
The HSSM will lead and manage the Health, Safety, and Security teams to support safe operations across Owner and Contractor construction delivery teams. This role also maintains an indirect reporting line to the Stibnite Gold Project Manager to ensure effective coordination and timely response to project needs.
The HSSM is responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of all project health, safety, and security programs. This position requires the application of diversified techniques, principles, and mining industry practices, with close liaison across the Project Manager, Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management (“EPCM”) providers, contractors, vendors, and Corporate shared service groups (legal, social, finance, etc.).
This position requires extensive field experience, strong knowledge of Microsoft Suite and ERP systems, the ability to assess and implement procedures, evaluate estimates, and coordinate interfaces between Owner and EPCM teams throughout the project lifecycle.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain and demonstrate the Client’s commitment to safety, security, environmental stewardship, and sustainability.
- Maintain strong working relationships at job sites with client representatives, local community members, subcontractors, suppliers, and employees.
- Ensure project compliance with the Client’s health, safety, and environmental systems and standards.
- Adhere to all applicable regulations (federal, state/provincial, and local), permit conditions, and accepted engineering, construction, and management practices.
- Review, assess, approve, and monitor contractor health, safety, and security systems.
- Advise and coach project contractors in occupational health, safety, security, and training strategies.
- Manage Client construction personnel, including review and approval of H&S work clearances for contractors.
- Conduct training needs assessments with EPCM and develop HSS training plans.
- Work collaboratively with other Managers to define HSS targets and performance goals.
- Measure and monitor leading and lagging HSS indicators and trends.
- Lead the incident investigation process for high-risk events.
- Attend and jointly conduct safety meetings with EPCM and site construction teams.
- Co-manage the SGP site induction program with the EPCM contractor.
- Coordinate all resource needs for the HSS program, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
- Oversee preparation of weekly, monthly, and ad hoc HSS KPI reports.
- Participate in risk reviews and provide regular updates.
- Coordinate with Operations on Operational Readiness planning for health and safety.
- Adhere to all corporate policies, Codes of Ethics, and Codes of Conduct.
- Perform job-related administrative duties as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- Minimum 15 years’ experience in industrial plant construction, including at least 10 years as a Health & Safety professional.
- Hands-on health and safety leadership experience with a proven ability to build a strong safety culture.
- Safety certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, or equivalent) preferred.
- Strong awareness of operational safety and security issues related to mining; strong personal safety record.
- Ability to anticipate constructability issues in complex logistics environments and engineer solutions.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, and other U.S. health and safety regulations.
- Proven leadership in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills, with the ability to interpret needs and propose solutions.
- Strong presentation, facilitation, consultation, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Commitment to promoting safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP systems.
- Experience working with and building relationships within local communities.
- Ability to manage transitions from construction/commissioning to operations.
- Experience in cold-climate or remote-site projects considered an asset.
- Able to work autonomously and collaboratively.
- Valid Driver’s License.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Prolonged periods of desk/computer work.
- Ability to perform field inspections and navigate uneven terrain.
- Ability to work in remote, mountainous terrain with severe weather conditions in a camp environment.
- Ability to travel as required.
WHAT’S OFFERED – Employee Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-paid Life Flight membership
Financial Security
- Competitive salary
- Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
- Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Assistance Program
