Regional HS Specialist

At Imerys, safety is at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to leading the specialty minerals industry by empowering our people in a safe and inclusive workplace. Every voice matters, and we strive to be the partner of choice for our internal and external customers.

As our Regional Health & Safety Specialist, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of everyone at our Mining and Processing Sites in Antonito, CO with travel to Lakeview and Superior, AZ. This position involves administering Health & Safety programs, conducting investigations, overseeing testing, and supporting safety committees. If you're a dedicated professional with EHS experience and a strong commitment to safety, we invite you to consider joining our team.

POSITION TITLE: Regional Health & Safety (H&S) Specialist

LOCATION: Antonito, CO with travel to Lakeview and Superior, AZ

JOB SUMMARY:

The H&S Specialist supports all aspects of the H&S regulatory compliance at Imerys’ PMA Processing Sites & Mines in your area. The position supports development, implementation and administration of H&S compliance programs, regulatory analysis, compliance with permits/licenses, audits, industrial hygiene workplace sampling and other aspects of H&S management.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer a wide range of EHS compliance and training programs at both MSHA and OSHA facilities.
• Assist in accident investigations and assist site leadership with incident management
• Compile, analyze and interpret statistical data related to exposure factors concerning occupational illnesses and accidents to assess high risk areas
• Manage industrial hygiene testing and analysis of workplace chemical and physical hazards and recommend controls that will reduce potential exposures.
• Conduct H&S regular audits/inspections of facilities and support corrective actions.
• Facilitate both Pre and Post Event Learning Teams
• Enablon Management (training users, reporting, data entry, etc.)
• Coordinate/participate in MSHA & OSHA compliance inspections.
• H&S Red-On-Line Legal Registry Management Updates
• Workers Compensation (submit claims and work with adjuster)
• Actively participate in Site’s Safety Committees.
• Develop, Implement, and maintain all aspects of the Imerys Safety System and the associated protocols.
• Build Strong relationships with site management to ensure responsibility for all aspects of the Imerys Health & Safety System are established

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate technical discipline (such as Environmental, Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related area) OR
• Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum 2 years Relevant Health and Safety Experience in Mining and/or Heavy Industry preferred
• Working knowledge of Federal and State H&S regulations.
• EHS certifications are beneficial, but not required.
• Union experience is beneficial, but not required.
• Approximately 35% travel