About Hy-Tech

Hy-Tech Drilling is an innovative, capable, and accountable diamond drilling partner for the leading mining companies in the Americas and Europe, enabling our clients to reach critical minerals more quickly with less environmental impact. This supports a global transition to a more sustainable future. We seek win/win/win solutions for our people, our customers, and the communities we support.

Established in 1991, Hy-Tech has grown to a fleet of 70 drills operating throughout Canada, USA, Chile, and Europe. We take pride in the success we’ve had working with our clients to develop innovative solutions for their project challenges and believe in our team’s strength and effectiveness in tackling challenges that may arise.

The Job

The Field Safety Coordinator (FSC) promotes safety by assisting with the maintenance of safety and environmental systems. The FSC partners with the field staff, management team, and the client(s) to provide support on issues that involve safety, training, and production, and always provides professional representation of Hy-Tech Drilling. Key responsibilities and job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Support and partner with the team to actively lead both Hy-Tech and client Occupational Health and Safety Programs.
• Inspects and evaluates workplace environments, equipment, materials, and practices, in order to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
• Assists with incident investigations to identify root causes for all incidents (including near misses). Helps formulate and implement corrective actions. Creates reports and incident summaries for the Management Team and client(s).
• Monitors trends, legislative changes, and internal changes (equipment and procedures) to anticipate safety needs. Develops Work Instruction (WI) documents and assists operations personnel in the implementation of safe working practices.
• Assists with Emergency Preparedness Programs by developing processes, procedures, and training materials; provides training to employees to ensure that the workplace can react systematically and effectively in a crisis.
• Assists with completing Job Hazard Analysis Worksheets and collaborates with Hy-Tech committees to develop proposed improvements.
• Works with the Training department to develop safety training strategies and courses for worksite locations. Delivers training when required.

The Perks

• Competitive wage based on experience and qualifications.
• Career growth, development, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Comprehensive 100% employer-paid benefits package and progressive employer-matched RRSP program upon successful completion of a 3-month probationary period.
• Flights, Accommodations and Meals provided for.
• Paid travel days.
• Being a part of a dynamic, driven team that has a priority and focus towards career development.

The Setting

This is a field-based position with regular participation in field-based activities. Travel will be required. Your “office” could be the rugged mountains of BC, the forests of Northern Saskatchewan, or an underground mining tunnel in Ontario. 

The Schedule

• Work a 3 weeks on, 2 weeks off schedule.
• 12-hour shifts when in the field at a project site.
• Monday to Friday when at branch location. Some on call requirements on evenings/weekends to respond to critical situations.

What You Need

• 5+ years of related Health and Safety experience preferred.
• Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety and NCSO or CRSP Certification is preferred.
• Experience in Exploration and Mining is considered an asset.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Possesses exceptional people and communication skills. Able to develop trust-based relationships with clients, management, foremen and employees.
• Strong organizational attributes: detail oriented, good time management, and a dedication to improving operational efficiencies.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and must provide a current Driver’s Abstract annually.

How to Apply

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