Mine Site Safety Specialist

Overview

The H&K Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced and motivated Mine Site Safety Specialist to support mine site safety initiatives and oversight. The Mine Site Safety Specialist carries out safety supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws and will oversee and supervise job sites throughout the H&K Group, Inc. footprint, or as assigned based on the needs of the business. 

 

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Company provided on-the-job transportation to meet job responsibilities

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

• Inspects facilities to identifying existing or potential risks, health hazards, and provide recommendations for corrective or preventative measures in cooperation and coordination with the Materials and Safety Team.
• Conducts and participates in the investigation of accidents, injuries, and vandalism in all company divisions and affiliates, identification of root cause and identify and support the implementation of preventive measures
• Compiles, supports completion of, and/or submits accident reports per company policy and/or as required by regulatory agencies
• Develops, organizes, conducts, assists, and/or coordinates training programs which will increase proficiency in safe practices and promote safety consciousness and culture within our workforce
• Conduct and oversee regulatory compliance inspections with MSHA, Labor & Industry, or other local, state and federal agencies.
• Assists in the implementation and execution of company drug and alcohol programs and policies.
• Maintains safety files and records
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

 

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in in the environmental health and safety, physical sciences, or other relevant programs with a focus on environment, health, and safety from an accredited educational institution AND/OR comparable experience in a safety role in the heavy civil construction industry
• At least 2 years of relevant safety/environmental experience in the Mining and Construction Materials industry
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Presentation and public/group speaking
• Ability to perform various mathematical activities to compute rate, ration, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs
• Ability to read and interpret regulation, plans, and construction drawings
• Ability to adapt and meet deadlines and respond to changing variables
• Ability to problem solve using several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and Medical Card
• Meeting definition of Experienced Miner with appropriate task training and experience per MSHA standards and regulations.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.
• Able to demonstrate skills in Composure and Conflict Resolution
• Demonstrate abilities in Team Building with a willingness to cooperate, collaborate and adapt to changing situations.
• Willingness and ability to learn and adapt to change
• Ability to receive medical clearance and fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

 

 Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

 

• Educational background (Assoc./Bachelors Degree) and at least 2 years of relevant safety/environmental experience
• Experience and Documented Training in MSHA and OSHA related programs.
• Knowledge of MSHA and applicable OSHA and DOT regulations
• Strength in written and verbal communication skills and prior experience delivery of training.

Physical Demands

 

• Frequently required to
• Walk
• Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Regularly required to talk and/or hear
• Specific vision abilities include
• Close
• Distance
• Peripheral
• Depth perception

Work Environment

 

• Occasionally exposed to
• Moving mechanical parts
• Vibration
• High, precarious places
• Fumes, dust or airborne particles
• Outside weather conditions
• Noise level is usually