Specialist - SHES (Winnemucca, NV)

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Specialist - SHES, within the Orica Speciality Mining Chemicals team, at our Winnemucca Chemical Facility.

The Specialist - SHES (Safety, Health, Environmental and Security) role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating workplace hazards to ensure a safe and healthy environment, enforcing safety regulations, and investigating incidents to prevent recurrence.

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment:

• Regularly inspect workplaces to identify potential hazards, such as chemical exposure, ergonomic issues, or unsafe equipment through ongoing site inspections and audits. 
• Lead the development and rollout of the Orica Major Hazard Management (MHM) Program.
• Manage industrial hygiene sampling activities (including management of site PPE), and conduct audits on ventilation, noise protection, heat and cold stresses to create optimal safety environments for employees.  
• Organize Industrial Hygiene programs for medical monitoring and employee safety.
• Coordinate all aspects of site Safety Data Sheet management.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Develop and implement health and safety procedures and programs that comply with Orica policies and industry standards. 
• Develop and implement a robust Site Safety Induction.
• Ensure that all employees are aware of and adhere to safety protocols. 

Training and Education:

• Provide training and education to employees on health and safety procedures, hazard recognition, and emergency evacuation and response. 
• Conduct safety briefings and meetings to reinforce safety messages. 

Incident Investigation and Analysis:

• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions. 
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and safety performance. This includes monitoring and gatekeeping of events in the Orica Enablon database.

Compliance and Enforcement:

• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and industry best practices. 
• Monitor and enforce safety policies and procedures. 

Communication and Collaboration:

• Communicate effectively with management, employees, and other stakeholders on health and safety matters. 
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and address safety concerns. 

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Collect and analyze data on workplace safety performance to identify trends and areas for improvement. 
• Prepare reports and presentations on safety performance

• Reports to: Manager - SHES
• No (0) Direct Reports
• < 25% Travel
• Onsite Full-time, with occasional night shift / weekend work 

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health & Environment (preferered), Engineering; or related discipline.
• Possess or have the capability to obtain external Safety certificates or certifications.
• At least three (3) years of Safety, Health, Environmental and Security experience (preferred).
• Relevant experience in the manufacturing industry is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in safety management software. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Incident reporting (incl report writing) and investigation (Basic, 5Y, ICAM etc.).
• Ability to build relationships, engage and influence a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations – include OSHA, PSM, DOT, NFPA, ANSI, EPA, ICMI.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBi).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. 

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits (Full Time Employees) 

• Medical/Prescription Drug – Two (2) plans to choose from  
• Dental – One (1) plan to choose from  
• Vision – One (1) plan to choose from  
• Health Savings Account  
• Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance   
• Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance   
• Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability   
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program  
• 401(k) Company Match – 100% vested on first day. 
• Company provided Bonding Leave  
• Accrued Paid Time Off   
• Paid Sick & Safe Time  
• Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays Two (2) Floating Holidays  

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a Drug-free workplace.  

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status. 

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