Job Description

Health, Safety and Environmental Manager Job Profile: 

The HSEQ Manager is responsible for coordinating the development, implementation, measuring, monitoring, and maintenance of the MSALABS Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental program for the Americas. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Integrate Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management into the normal business processes. 
• Prepare, submit, and present reports, statistics and trend analysis related to HSE performance which shall include all environmental parameters / indicators to the Global HSEC Manager. 
• Attend regular meetings with Lab Managers, Country Managers and Operations Managers where appropriate where you will provide feedback to the business in terms of HSE compliance and opportunities to improve. 
• Ensure that all project site and sector information is being kept updated on relevant electronic databases. 
• Plan properly for all travel and control all expenses in line with the HSE budget. 
• Adhere to the company Business Code of Ethics and rules of confidentiality. 
• Be professional in all communication channels and keep your colleagues and units informed of any developments or changes relevant to their daily duties. 
• Develop workplace relationships and a culture to promote individual accountability for Occupational Health Safety and Environmental outcomes. 
• Notify the Global HSEC Manager and Group QA/QC Manager of any difficulties experienced with incidents, operating units, suppliers, assigned tasks and projects or any work-related matters that may be relevant. 
• Develop, Implement and Maintain HSE Policies and Procedures. 
• Conduct Site Audits and Inspections 
• Actively contribute to the development of training material content. 
• Conduct HSE and on-site training as and when required by the business. 
• Actively contribute to the development of training material content. 
• Conduct HSE and on-site training as and when required by the business. 
• Manage incident investigation, reporting and corrective actions. 
• Keep up to date with changes in current legislation and inform the business. 

• Act as liaison with all related governmental bodies and regulating agencies. 
• Maintain updated electronic copies of the various Acts and Regulations. 

Required Experience:  

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the mining and construction industry. 
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of practical Occupational Health Safety and Environmental experience in the mining industry. 

Required Training & Education: 

• B-Tech / National Diploma Environmental Health or Safety Management or NEBOSH Degree. 
• Minimum of 5 years Industry experience – industrial / construction /mining / exploration. 
• Incident Investigation using the ICAM Method. 
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment certificate. 
• Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations. 
• Workmen’s Compensation legislation, in Canada and the USA. 
• Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning. 
• Minimum of Level 1 First Aid Training. 
• Knowledge on hazardous chemical exposure and hazardous dusts. 
• Radiation Safety Officer (preferable in CPA labs) 

 
Knowledge & Skills:    

• Familiarity with Canadian and American legislation. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Good written and verbal communication skills. 

• Knowledge to establish and implement OHSE Systems. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and be willing to work as a team in a diverse environment. 
• Be able to compile training material and present the training in a clear, professional manner. 
• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015. 
• Working knowledge of fall protection, rescue equipment, lifting equipment, pressure vessels, and fire extinguishers. 
• Knowledge of PhotonAssay equipment considered an asset, but not required. 

Physical Requirements:  

• Must undergo annual medical examinations to determine that the individual is fit for this job role. 
• Must undergo blood lead level tests every 6 months (applicable to fire assay labs and sample prep). 
• Must ensure necessary vaccinations are kept updated. 
• Must be able and willing to travel.