Health & Safety Exploration Specialist

Health & Safety Exploration Specialist

Hecla Mining Company

This is a split position where the incumbent will report to the H&S Manager for part of the year and the site exploration supervisor during the summer exploration (May – September) season. The incumbent plans, directs, and implements safety programs in the assigned operational areas to promote a safe, healthy, and accident‑free work environment.

• Act on the authority of the Site General Manager in matters pertaining to safety and health that require resolution.
• Help drive safety improvement by promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure a field presence at sites on a routine basis.
• Maintain the Safety and Health Management database for incidents, investigations, hazards, near misses, action items from risk reviews, training and competency requirements.
• Assist in the management, notification, investigation, and reporting of incidents and hazards as required.
• Facilitate and participate in risk assessment and root cause analysis.
• Lead by example, modelling the behavior expected from all employees toward performing work in a safe manner.
• Actively promote safety and health objectives to all levels of the organization.
• Develop, assist in the implementation of, and review procedures routinely or as circumstances change.

• Problem solving – identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and analyze information skillfully.
• Communication – speak clearly and persuasively in a positive manner, edit work for spelling and grammar, present numerical data effectively, and read and interpret written information.
• Planning/organizing – prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, and develop realistic action plans.
• Quality control – demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability – adapt to a complex and dynamic work environment.
• Dependability – consistently follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Motivation – bring a passion to work and have a propensity to pursue goals with energy and persistence.

• Work with managers, front line leaders, and employees to establish workable solutions to existing safety and health problems.
• Implement and review safety & health policies and procedures in compliance with Greens Creek and MSHA rules and regulations.
• Provide training to supervisors and employees in site safety & health practices.
• Inspect work areas to detect existing or potential safety and health hazards and determine corrective or preventative measures where indicated.
• Conduct investigations of accidents, incidents and injuries and assist supervisors and employees in establishing root cause and implementing appropriate corrective actions.
• Conduct MSHA training, including 40‑hour Newly Employed Inexperienced Miner, Experienced Miner, Annual Refresher Training, and Site‑Specific Hazard Awareness Training.
• Assist with or conduct health and industrial hygiene surveys/sampling to verify compliance with health regulations and determine safe limits of exposure.
• Facilitate MSHA representatives during on‑site compliance duties.
• Assist department staff in preparing, submitting, and analyzing safety and training documents.
• Analyze safety and training data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Develop and enforce safety policies and procedures specific to helicopter‑supported remote exploration and drilling activities.
• Fly in helicopters and assist with field mobilization/demobilization.
• Conduct field‑level risk assessments and inspections related to helicopter landing zones, drill rigs, drill pads, and core logging facilities.
• Coordinate with helicopter providers to ensure aviation safety protocols are in place.
• Deliver safety orientations and site‑specific training to all field personnel.
• Hike and perform safety duties in rugged environments while carrying equipment or emergency supplies.
• Monitor field crew activities to ensure safe practices during rig…