Responsibilities

• Leadership & Culture: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of EHS Specialists and safety coordinators, fostering a strong safety culture through engagement with site leadership, engineering teams, and frontline workers.
• Program Development: Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive EHS programs, including hazard identification, risk assessments, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) tailored to tunneling, mining, and construction operations.
• Site Safety Oversight: Conduct and delegate regular site safety walks, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and audits to identify risks and ensure compliance with safety standards; provide actionable recommendations to mitigate hazards.
• Training & Education: Develop and deliver advanced EHS training programs (e.g., confined space entry, Lockout/Tagout, fall protection) and ensure all personnel are equipped with necessary safety knowledge and certifications.
• Compliance & Documentation: Oversee the collection, review, and maintenance of EHS documentation, including incident reports, training records, chemical Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), and environmental compliance data (e.g., water/soil sampling). Ensure accurate data entry into the EHS database and compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.
• Incident Management: Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans to prevent recurrence; ensure timely and accurate documentation of incidents and near-misses.
• Safety Systems Management: Oversee the Lockout/Tagout program, including equipment labeling, training verification, and lock distribution; manage safety supply inventories (PPE, first aid kits, eyewash stations, spill kits) and ensure availability of safety signage (e.g., emergency evacuation maps).
• Environmental Stewardship: Supervise environmental monitoring programs, including water and soil sampling, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and support sustainability initiatives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with operations, engineering, and project management teams to integrate EHS considerations into project planning and execution; provide expertise during design reviews and operational changes.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive EHS experience in high-risk industries such as mining, construction, or heavy manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry best practices for construction safety.
• OSHA 30 and Certified in First Aid and CPR, with the ability to train others and respond to health emergencies.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of construction safety
• Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Able to become First Aid, and CPR Certified to rapidly respond to employee health emergencies and activate emergency procedures
• Self Starter with the ability to lead without direction when needed
• Available for weekend work as needed
• Well organized, excellent attention to details and a passion for all things Environment, Health and Safety
• Evidence of exceptional ability: Clear communication, teamwork, problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt quickly to changes
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand and/or walk for 10+ hrs daily
• Ability to climb stairs