Health & Safety Manager

Jerritt Canyon • Elko, NV

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About The Position

The Health & Safety Manager serves as a key leader and trusted advisor to site leadership, responsible for driving a proactive, high-performance safety culture across Jerritt Canyon. This role partners closely with operational and technical teams to identify, assess, and mitigate risk while advancing strategic health and safety (H&S) initiatives.
The position is accountable for developing, implementing, and continuously improving H&S programs, systems, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and First Majestic policies, while positioning the site for a safe and successful future restart.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7–10+ years of progressive health and safety experience, preferably in mining, manufacturing, or heavy industry.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong working knowledge of MSHA, OSHA, and applicable state regulations.
• Experience in risk management, process safety, and incident investigation.
• Ability to work in an underground mining environment.

Nice To Haves

• Underground mining experience strongly preferred.
• MSHA Instructor certification (surface and underground) preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CMSP are considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of all health and safety activities across Jerritt Canyon facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Manages team performance by aligning individual goals with organizational objectives, delivering regular performance feedback, and supporting employee development through training and career progression opportunities.
• Champion a culture of safety excellence through coaching, mentoring, and visible leadership across all levels of the organization.
• Partner with site leadership to proactively identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies aligned with a Zero Harm philosophy.
• Lead and support internal inspections, audits, and risk assessments, ensuring timely and effective corrective actions.
• Oversee daily H&S operations, including: Emergency response and medical services Industrial hygiene and occupational health programs Safety training, compliance, and assurance systems
• Serve as a change agent by driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a proactive, data-driven safety culture.
• Provide strategic guidance, coaching, and technical expertise to the H&S team and senior leadership.
• Lead, develop, and manage the H&S team, including performance management and professional development.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of safety data to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, including MSHA and OSHA.
• Analyze safety data and trends to inform long-term strategies and reduce risk exposure.
• Lead and support incident investigations, ensuring root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions.
• Maintain and enhance the site's Responsible Mining Management System and associated H&S standards.
• Collaborate with operations and regulatory representatives during inspections and audits.
• Engage with contractors and consultants to ensure alignment with Jerritt Canyon H&S expectations, policies, and risk management practices.
• Support emergency preparedness planning and response readiness across the site.
• Participate in corporate and global H&S initiatives, including audits, governance programs, and knowledge-sharing forums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees