Barrick - US Regional Exploration Safety, Health & Security Lead

Position Description Would you like to have a career with a collaborative diverse and dynamic mining company We have an exciting opportunity for you Our vision is to be the worlds most valued gold mining business by finding developing and operating the best assets with the best people Our Exploration division is growing and we are looking for a US Regional Exploration Safety Health Security Specialist to join our team The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing governing and driving continuous improvement in Safety Occupational Health Environmental and Community SHEC policies standards and management systems for exploration activities across the United States At Barrick our vision is to be the worlds most valued gold mining business by finding developing and operating the best assets with the best people We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities Responsibilities Lead by example to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure effective implementation of integrated SHEC programs Partners with Exploration leadership to proactively manage critical risks strengthen safety culture and reduce the likelihood of incidents with the objective of preventing fatalities and serious incidents minimizing environmental impact or property damage while fostering positive community relationships and protecting the Companys License to Operate LTO across all US exploration activities Ensure all US exploration activities comply with corporate Safety and Health standards as well as applicable federal state and local regulations including OSHA MSHA and statespecific requirements Lead the implementation governance and continuous improvement of the Exploration Occupational Health Safety Management System Lead a riskbased assurance program including Management Assurance Reviews MARs internal audits and field verification to confirm critical controls and management system requirements are effectively implemented and sustained in the field Partner with leadership teams to operationalize fatal risk standards within daytoday work Translate fatal risk requirements into practical field application work routines and supervisory expectations Support sites in implementing risk controls consistently and identifying barriers to effective execution Monitor implementation progress and provide practical support to close identified gaps Promote consistent application of fatal risk requirements across operating areas and functions Oversee the deployment and effectiveness of LifeSaving Commitments relevant to exploration and contractor activities Coach and develop Exploration leaders and supervisors to strengthen riskbased decision making visible field leadership quality safety interactions and personal accountability for critical controls Ensure fitforpurpose emergency preparedness and response arrangements are established for remote exploration activities including credible emergency scenarios communications medical response evacuation rescue capability and periodic drillsexercises Review analyze and report safety and health performance metrics trends and leading indicators Support incident investigations root cause analyses and the development and tracking of corrective and preventive action plans Lead occupational health programs including industrial hygiene health surveillance fatigue management and preventive health initiatives related to exploration Periodic health and safety improvements and audits of our internal health and safety policies across the business Perform other duties as assigned Qualification Bachelors degree in Safety Occupational Health Environmental Science Engineering Geology or a related field Or have College professional certification with significant experience in Health and Safety required Minimum of 12 years of progressive Safety and Health experience within drilling mining mineral exploration or a comparable highrisk industry including demonstrated experience influencing senior operational leaders and contractors required Demonstrated experience supporting mineral exploration andor remote fieldbased operations strongly preferred Strong working knowledge of applicable US Safety and Health regulatory frameworks including OSHA MSHA and relevant state requirements required knowledge of environmental regulatory interfaces preferred Proven ability to influence senior leaders multidisciplinary teams supervisors and contractors required Strong leadership communication analytical and risk management skillsrequired High personal commitment to safety leadership and Barricks DNA valuesbased performance Eligible to live and work in the USArequired Fluent in reading writing and interpreting English required A comprehensive compensation package includinga competitive medical dental and vision plan with national provider networks a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution paid tim




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