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Superintendent, Health and Safety Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada | Full-time Position Overview As a member of the Health and Safety Team, the Superintendent will report to the Head of Health, Safety, Environment, and Communities and work a 2X2 schedule at the Ekati Diamond Mine. The role involves leading the safety culture at the mine, interacting frequently in the field and with all departments and levels of the organization. Job Duties & Responsibilities Be a safety leader by promoting and demonstrating safe work practices in all tasks at Ekati. Lead programs in occupational health, risk, and safety for surface and underground mining areas and for all levels of the organization to ensure the achievement of the company safety standards and objectives. Promote the reporting of all Health and Safety incidents and non-conformances and lead/facilitate the identification of root causes, corrective, and preventative actions using tools such as 5 Whys and the root cause analysis method (TapRooT). Perform risk assessments as well as coach and mentor leaders in this process. Monitor compliance to applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations. Help develop, manage, and maintain budgets and consultant programs. Supervise, mentor, and develop Health and Safety Team of Advisors, Physician Assistants, and Staff. Capable of making decisions which have broad impact to the organization in complex and evolving situations. Develop, implement, and maintain policies, programs, and procedures for a safe work environment. Ensure emergency response teams are trained, prepared, and responsive in the event of an emergency. Act as resource on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee (OHSC). Develop and promote strategies for improving safety culture and awareness across the operation. Demonstrate safety leadership to the workforce through visible direction and guidance. Education & Experience Certification in Health and Safety, or a combination of current Health and Safety related courses, and direct safety professional experience in OHS. Ability to qualify for, or possess Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), or National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) certification. 10+ years mining or industry experience, preferably in a remote setting. Experience with root cause analysis method, TapRooT certification, is considered an asset. Strong allround expertise in the area of occupational health, safety management systems, and corporate governance. Preference for Emergency Response and/or Emergency Medical Services certifications. Demonstrated high level of energy, selfmotivation, and strong organizational skills. Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with both internal and external contacts and the ability to work with all levels of the organization. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Leadership skills to act as a role model, promoting a positive influence on the work of others through demonstration of technical and business expertise. Physically able to climb stairs, walk long distances, and lift items up to 40 lbs. at periodic intervals. What We Offer Burgundy Diamond Mines is fully committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees. We offer a competitive salary, performance bonus and total compensation package, including companypaid extended health, dental and vision care, an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), employermatched pension, generous paid vacation and personal days, a Dependent Scholarship Program and employee discounts. On site we provide accommodations and meals, a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities. Additional Information The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points. Preference will be given to qualified applicants from Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should identify their IBA status on the online job application to receive priority consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr