Safety Systems Specialist - Jobs in Kamloops, BC

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Make an impact at Canada’s premier mining company.When you advance your career at New Gold, you are joining a Canadian-focused intermediate gold mining company engaged in the operation, development and exploration of mineral properties. Our mission is be a leading intermediate gold producer, driving responsible and profitable mining in a way that creates sustainable value for our employee, shareholders, the communities in which we live and work and our environment. To learn more about New Gold, visit our website at www.newgold.com. To learn more about our culture and people practices, visit the Career page.New Gold attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:A stimulating values-based workA culture of collaboration and inclusionInspiring colleagues and approachable leadersCareer development opportunitiesA deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagementA competitive total compensation programA comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings planNew Afton MineSituated 10 kilometers west of picturesque Kamloops, British Columbia, the New Afton Mine is an underground gold and copper producing site.Kamloops is a city of 90,000 people, located 350 kilometers east of Vancouver. The area provides the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community with its own university and within easy reach of world class ski resorts, championship golf courses, mountain biking trails, popular recreational lakes and award-winning vineyards.About the RoleSchedule: 40 hours per week, flexible options availablePosition Reports To: Health & Safety ManagerPosition OverviewThe successful applicant will be responsible for a variety of coordination, program management, and administrative based tasks.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as Site Owner for the internal Health & Safety SharePoint Site (create and configure sites/subsites, manage content & access, enhance the site)Accurate monthly safety performance statistic reporting including key performance indicator and corrective action tracking;Coordination of New Afton’s Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee and monthly minute recording;Departmental invoice receiving and purchase requisition development through SAP;Management of INX InControl reporting system as site systems administrator; this includes back end maintenance of the system, report creation, and conducting training as required;Management of the site Musculoskeletal Disorder Recognition & Prevention program including facilitating/ coordinating ergonomic requests;Injury management support / assistance;Departmental document control including SOP/SWP reviews and library management;Coordinate and conduct monthly check-in meetings with Security;Maintain pertinent safety records such as fire extinguisher check sheets, job hazard analysis, and regular entry of procedure review records;Aid in the creation, review and distribution of safety communications and training materialsProvide support to training coordinator and safety advisors when required;Conduct annual budgeting and business planning for areas of responsibility;Supporting Health & Safety team and initiatives.QualificationsBachelor’s in business management or any related fieldORGrade 12 or equivalent with 3 years of administrative experienceExperience with software systems including but not limited to: SAP, Ariba, Concur, INX and SharePointProficient in use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft SharePoint OnlineHealth & Safety certificate or Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee experience would be considered an assetStrong communication and organizational skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating adaptabilityDetail oriented with an eye for accuracyTeam player/ positive attitudeExperience managing WorkSafe claims and return to work coordination is considered an assetTraining / certification in Ergonomics is considered an assetOther RequirementsCandidates will be required to participate in a comprehensive qualification process, including:Successful completion of pre-placement functional screenProvide proof of a valid Class 5 driver’s licenseDemonstrate eligibility to work in CanadaProvide confirmation of valid educational requirementsCompensationA competitive salary, performance bonus plan and benefits will be provided. This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on November 30, 2022.Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, AccessibilityNew Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.Additional InformationWe thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.Quick Apply

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