Job Description

Position:

Safety Manager

Reports to:

Director of Compliance

General Purpose:

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive safety program that foster a proactive safety culture across HCC. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, leads incident investigations, and supports continuous improvement through strategic safety initiatives. By mentoring safety personnel and collaborating with site teams, the Safety Manager promotes safe work practices in complex underground mining and construction environments, contributing to the overall health, safety, and operational excellence of the organization.

Direct Reports:

Yes

SAFETY PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING SUPPORT

Develops and maintains progressive safety policies, programs, procedures, and best practices. Oversee the corporate safety strategy and promote a strong safety culture across all sites. Communicates safety matters to senior management to support client engagement and continuous improvement. Mentors and coaches junior safety and training personnel. Oversees the development, revision, and facilitation of safety training programs and modules. Supports the Training Manager in delivering safety training and developing training materials.

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

Leads investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and hazards to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Participates in the WCB process as an employer representative when required.

SITE SAFETY LEADERSHIP

Site visits to HCC Client site locations Provides support for site safety personnel involved in: Operation of scoop trams, continuous miners, bolting machines, telehandlers, skid steers, and other equipment. Installation of conveyance systems and underground infrastructure. Construction of underground storage bins and structural projects. Shotcreting, backfilling, concrete foundation installation. Shaft construction and remediation.

Qualifications:

A minimum of 5-7 years working in underground mining, potash mining would be an asset This role will be based out of our Saskatoon office and work Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM with support visits to site as required. Previous mining and/or safety supervision and management experience Strong knowledge of Windows and the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and MS Project). SharePoint experience would be an asset Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Current certification in Saskatchewan General Mine Safety Awareness and WHMIS 2015; train-the-trainer certification in both is strongly preferred but not required Current certification in Leadership for Safety Excellence and First Aid/CPR Current certification as a NCSO and/or CRSP is an asset. A commitment to working safely and providing effective leadership in a team environment Positive attitude and excellent work ethic A valid Class 5 driver's license or above for site travel needs

Safety-Sensitive Position:

Yes

Why Should You Work with Us?

We have competitive wages We have comprehensive benefits that include health, vision, dental, short and long-term disability, and an employee and family assistance program (EFAP) We have an employer matching pension plan We proudly have Indigenous ownership through Misty Ventures, the economic development arm of Mistawasis Nehiyawak We are committed to a Diverse Workforce by championing inclusion of Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, women in mining, and those with disabilities We are actively involved in supporting the communities we work in We have an excellent Safety Culture evidenced by multiple Industry Safety Awards, including the John T. Ryan Special Safety Award We provide site-specific training on an ongoing basis to ensure that you and your colleagues can continue to work safely
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Application question(s):

What is your annual wage expectation? Do you have potash mining experience? Are you able to work out of our Saskatoon office with frequent visits to our client sites as required?
Work Location: In person