Description The Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Superintendent is responsible for leading the site's health and safety strategy, programs, and compliance initiatives to ensure a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. This role partners with operational leaders, supervisors, employees, and contractors to drive a culture of safety excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all mining activities. The OH&S Superintendent serves as a key member of the site leadership team and provides strategic guidance on risk management, incident prevention, occupational health, emergency preparedness, and safety performance Requirements Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Safety Leadership & Culture • Champion a proactive safety culture where safety is integrated into all operational decisions. • Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to supervisors and employees on safety expectations and best practices. • Facilitate behavior-based safety initiatives and workforce engagement programs. • Lead site-wide safety campaigns, communications, and recognition programs. • Promote visible felt leadership through regular field presence and interactions with employees. Regulatory Compliance • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state/provincial, and local mining and occupational health and safety regulations. • Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and emerging industry standards. • Manage inspections, audits, and interactions with regulatory agencies. • Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and standards aligned with legislative requirements and company expectations. Risk Management • Lead hazard identification, risk assessment, and risk mitigation programs. • Oversee critical risk management processes for mining, mobile equipment, explosives, confined spaces, working at heights, ground control, and other high-risk activities. • Monitor effectiveness of controls and implement corrective actions where necessary. • Facilitate risk reviews related to operational changes and new projects. Incident Management & Investigations • Lead investigations of incidents, injuries, near misses, property damage, and high-potential events. • Identify root causes and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented. • Analyze safety data and trends to identify improvement opportunities. • Prepare detailed reports and presentations for site and corporate leadership. Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene • Oversee occupational health programs, including exposure monitoring and health surveillance. • Manage industrial hygiene initiatives related to dust, noise, vibration, heat stress, chemicals, and other workplace hazards. • Coordinate wellness and fitness-for-duty programs. • Ensure employee and contractor health programs align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Training & Competency Development • Develop and implement comprehensive safety training programs. • Ensure employees and contractors receive required certifications and competency assessments. • Support leadership development related to safety management and accountability. • Track compliance with mandatory training requirements. Emergency Preparedness & Response • Lead emergency response planning, training, and drills. • Coordinate emergency preparedness efforts with internal and external stakeholders. • Ensure emergency response teams maintain readiness and competency. • Evaluate and continuously improve emergency management systems. Contractor Safety Management • Oversee contractor qualification, onboarding, and performance management processes. • Ensure contractor activities comply with site safety requirements. • Monitor contractor safety performance and implement corrective actions as needed. Performance Management & Reporting • Establish and track leading and lagging safety indicators. • Develop safety improvement plans and annual objectives. • Prepare reports and presentations for site leadership and corporate stakeholders. • Manage departmental budgets and resources effectively. Qualifications Education • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Mining Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management, or related field. • Professional certifications such as CSP, CRSP, CIH, CMSP, CHST, or equivalent preferred. Experience • 8+ years of progressive health and safety experience in mining, heavy industry, construction, or related sectors. • Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership or supervisory role. • Experience with surface and/or underground mining operations preferred. • Demonstrated success implementing safety management systems and driving cultural change. Certifications MSHA Training & Certifications (U.S.) • MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 (surface or underground mining) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Thorough understanding of mining safety regulations and industry best practices. • Strong knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and incident investigation techniques. • Experience managing occupational health and industrial hygiene programs. • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels. • Proficiency in safety management software and Microsoft Office applications. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) • Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) • Completion of corrective actions • Regulatory compliance performance • Safety training compliance rates • Near-miss reporting and investigation quality • Critical control verification completion rates • Audit and inspection results • Contractor safety performance Working Conditions • This position is based on-site at the Stibnite Mine near Yellow Pine, Idaho. • Frequent work in field, construction, and active mining environments. • Exposure to varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, loud noise, and heavy equipment. • Occasional extended or irregular hours during major construction activities, shutdowns, or critical project milestones. • Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to all site safety protocols.