Supervisor, Health & Hygiene

Posted A month ago

Job Details

Full Time

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Job Description

Highland Valley Copper

As Canada's largest diversified mining company, Teck is committed to providing the world with essential resources safely and sustainably. We have a rich history of consistently driving innovation, harnessing cutting-edge technology, and cultivating a dynamic environment that empowers our employees to shape the future.

Reporting to the Superintendent, Compliance and Management Systems, the Lead, Occupational Hygiene, will be responsible for overseeing the Occupational Health and Hygiene (OH&H) performance at HVC by providing guidance on OH&H management systems and programs. The position will support the operation in meeting OH&H improvement objectives by coordinating with line Management, Supervision, Workers, and Contractors. The position provides OH&H leadership and coordination to successfully run OH&H management systems.

Responsibilities:

Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
Design and establish Occupational Health and Hygiene programs for the operations to meet Teck and regulatory standards focusing on risk and exposure reduction
Initiate, develop, implement and maintain, physical and chemical exposure monitoring and assessment studies
Analyze, evaluate and interpret the data obtained and recommend mitigation strategies
Facilitate the development, execution and reporting of annual site exposure reduction plans
Oversee occupational health improvement plans and associated activities
Provide technical OH&H subject matter expertise and lead the team in providing resources to support the operations
Design and deliver, including train the trainer programs, technical training programs for health and hygiene
Maintain a constructive liaison relationships with regulatory agencies, the USW , Teck Operations and special project groups
Oversee maintenance and accurate records of workplace exposures to track historical trends and provide proper reporting to key stakeholders
Oversee medical surveillance programs and use exposure monitoring data to ensure appropriate workgroups are captured
Provide leadership and coaching to safety staff on Occupational Health and Hygiene and supports initiatives and professional development of the OH&H team
Build and maintain budgetary needs for annual and 5 year operational and capital spend for health and hygiene
Develop and oversee risk profiles related to exposure and hygiene and health improvements
Coordinate external hygiene consultants and analysis services to ensure the quality of deliverables
Represent the Health, Safety and Risk team as a subject matter expert on all site OH&H related committees and team

Qualifications:

Post-secondary degree in Occupational Hygiene, or related science degree, with graduate degree preferred
Certified Industrial Hygienist Certificate from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene or Registered Occupational Hygienist from the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists
Minimum of five years' experience related to the evaluation and control of occupational exposures in an industrial environment
Comprehensive working knowledge of applicable Health and Safety regulations and the ability to understand and interpret complex mandatory regulations and their impact
Familiar with the key aspects of safety leadership and the importance of influencing skills
Highly effective communication skills with the ability to relate and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders
Experience in occupational hygiene data management systems considered and asset

Why Join Us?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job - we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.

Enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, such as hiking, skiing, fishing, and golf! The mine site is a 50-minute drive from Kamloops, B.C. which provides all of the comforts of city living. The mine site is also close to Merritt, Ashcroft, and Logan Lake, which all exude a small town community atmosphere.

Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:

Annual Performance Bonus
Profit Share Plan
Health Spending Account
Personal Spending Account
Extended Health Care
Dental and Vision Care
Employer Paid Pension Plan
Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays
Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Salary Range: $117,000- $144,500

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

About Teck Resources

Teck is Canada’s largest diversified resource company, committed to responsibly providing products that are essential to building a better quality of life for people around the world. Our business units focus on steelmaking coal, a critical ingredient in steel production; zinc, used to galvanize and protect metals; copper, essential for electronics, power generation and transmission; and energy, necessary to meet growing global demand. Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, we own or have interests in 12 operating mines, one large metallurgical complex, an oil sands mining and processing operation, and several major development projects in North and South America. We offer opportunities across a wide range of activities related to exploration, development, mining and minerals processing, including smelting and refining, health and safety, environmental protection, materials stewardship, recycling and innovation and technology. Our people are our greatest resource. Teck was built by people with vision, creativity and ideas. Join the Teck team and become a part of that long tradition.