Safety & Health Officer

Closing Date: December 5, 2025

Join Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate. We are committed to encouraging a family-oriented work environment that values every team member. For many of our positions, we offer a unique rotation schedule with 2 weeks on-site followed by 2 weeks off-site, allowing you to enjoy quality time with your loved ones.

Partnership with NANA Regional Corporation: The mine operates on land owned by the NANA Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation. This partnership ensures that the local Iñupiat community benefits from the mine's operations, reflecting our dedication to community engagement and sustainable practices.

Embracing Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, encouraging a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you'll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

Reporting to the Safety and Health Lead, the Safety and Health Officer is responsible for supporting, promoting and leading in the implementation of effective safety and health programs for Red Dog operations and capital projects. The Safety and Health Officer supports effective safety and health training programs, provides prescribed MSHA training, ensures a high standard of recordkeeping and department administration and monitors workplace safety through regular inspections and audits.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the day to day health and safety programs at the mine and port facilities
• Maintain safety and health standards in compliance with company, OSHA and MSHA, regulations and appropriate risk procedures to protect the assets of the company
• Work with all levels of supervision in health and safety, measuring exposures by regularly inspecting work sites; informing supervisors of unsafe practices, conditions and possible safety and health hazards
• Provide visible leadership in promoting a safe and healthy worksite. Actively participate and provide leadership with Teck and Contractor personnel in identifying workplace hazards, unsafe conditions and work practices. Participate and provide guidance in monthly safety meetings, tool box meetings, SIMOPS meetings, Field Level Risk Assessment (FLRA) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Participate and provide Safety & Health leadership, support, and knowledge during incident investigations. Perform as an ICAM facilitator or peer reviewer during incident investigations
• Coordinate all safety and health issues and reports, keeps government regulatory agencies appraised of developments as required, and follows up on recommendations and work method changes, as necessary
• Maintain positive relationships with government regulatory agencies (MSHA, OSHA, Coast Guard, Homeland Security), and ensures prompt compliance with new rules and regulations and assists government inspectors in their investigations
• Accompany inspectors and/or insurance underwriters as they audit the operation, from a Safety and Health perspective, follow up on the recommendations for improvements, and ensures that the interest of the company is adequately addressed. Documents and communicates the findings of inspections and investigations with the site management team
• Responsible for developing and facilitating training programs in relation to supervisory skills or overall safety and health within the property. (Supervisor S&H Training, Hazard Recognition/CFR 30 Training, Introduction to Hazard Identification, etc.)
• Highly encouraged to become a volunteer Courageous Safety Leadership facilitator
• Support the Industrial Hygienist to conduct dust and noise sampling, air monitoring, biological monitoring, hearing conservation and the respirator program
• Provide security as required for the property mine, port and airport in accordance with the State and Federal regulations which includes non-lethal and lethal methods. Participate and conduct security training and firearm instruction
• Submit written reports to management, supplying all pertinent information on industrial health performance and highlighting problem areas with statistical reports
• Act as the Safety and Health Lead as required
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in Operational Health & Safety
• Possess knowledge and understanding of Federal, State and Local laws and regulations regarding occupational safety and health.
• Ability to work in a team environment and work effectively across all levels of the business
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled in hazard recognition and workplace inspections
• Conduct investigations, determine causes and recommend or initiate corrective preventative measures.
• Experience in the mining industry is preferred.
• Experience in Emergency Response (fire, spill, medical) is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

About Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations

At Teck, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Our Red Dog mine features modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. To ensure a comfortable living and family-style working environment for all employees, we also provide all meals, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave, vacation days, and a 401k plan. Our two-weeks on/two-weeks off schedule is designed to provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

Diversity is a core value at Teck. Our teams work collaboratively, respecting each person's unique perspective and contribution. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We appreciate all applicants' interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.