Compass Minerals International, Inc

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS&S) Training Specialist

Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Health and Safety discipline
  • 5-7 years in safety leadership roles overseeing training and compliance
  • 3-5 years of MSHA underground or surface mining experience preferred
  • Ability to navigate and harmonize multiple regulatory frameworks (MSHA, EPA, etc.)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration
  • Must obtain Louisiana State Explosives license and MSHA blue card instructor certification

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement EHS&S training programs and policies
  • Conduct training on safety regulations and company procedures
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements during inspections
  • Identify hazards and implement necessary safety controls
  • Investigate workplace incidents and perform root cause analysis
  • Foster a safety-conscious workplace culture among employees
  • Assess miner competency through practical evaluations

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
  • Benefits start on Day 1
  • 11 paid holidays plus an additional floating holiday
  • 2 weeks of PTO and 1 week of sick time
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Education Reimbursement Program available
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Bonus opportunities for eligible roles
Full Job Description
Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS&S) Training Specialist - Cote Blanche, LA

We are seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS&S) Training Specialist to join our team in Cote Blanche, LA. This role supports workplace safety initiatives through training, compliance, audits, reporting, and employee engagement while promoting a strong safety-first culture across the operation.

  • Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates
  • Benefits starting Day 1
  • 11 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • 2 weeks PTO
  • 1 week sick time (subject to applicable state and local laws)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Education Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Bonus opportunities for eligible positions


Compensation

Pay Range: $75,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Position qualifies for bonus opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop programs: Create training materials and implement EHS&S policies
  • Conduct training: Lead sessions on topics pertaining to company policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Ensure compliance: Educate on regulatory requirements and company standards, accompany inspectors during regulatory inspections
  • Assess & Mitigate Risks: Identify hazards and implement controls
  • Investigate incidents: Participate in accident investigations and root cause analysis
  • Promote culture: Foster a strong safety-conscious environment
  • Assess competency: Develop and perform practical evaluations to ensure miners meet required skill levels
  • Mentorship: Coach and mentor new and experienced miners, providing guidance and support
  • Develop and administer a site wide Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Record keeping: Maintain accurate training records, assessments, and progress reports for the LMS
  • Reporting: Incidents, near misses, and first aids entered into applicable reporting systems
  • Perform other related duties as required.


(Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities at any time.)

Qualifications

  • The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, diploma or certificate in Health and Safety discipline
  • The preferred candidate has 5-7 years in a full-time safety leadership role administering health, safety, and training programs
  • 3-5 years MSHA underground or surface mining experience would be an asset
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and harmonize regulatory requirements (MSHA, EPA, LDEQ and ATF) with Compass Minerals EHS&S policies and procedures
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Training experience is considered an asset
  • Strong verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
  • Obtain and maintain Louisiana State Explosives license and ATF clearance
  • Obtain and maintain MSHA blue card instructor certification


Physical Requirements

This position requires work in underground mining environments and the ability to wear PPE, navigate mine conditions, work in varying weather conditions, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

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Join a team committed to safety, operational excellence, and employee growth at Compass Minerals.

About Compass Minerals International, Inc

Compass Minerals International, Inc. is a leading provider of essential minerals that solve nature's challenges, including salt for winter roadway safety and other consumer, industrial and agricultural uses, and specialty plant nutrition minerals that improve the quality and yield of crops. The company produces its minerals at locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Brazil and the U.K. It operates through three segments: Salt, Plant Nutrition North America, and Plant Nutrition South America. The Salt segment produces and markets salt and magnesium chloride for use in road deicing and dust control, food processing, water softeners, and agricultural and industrial applications. The Plant Nutrition North America segment provides sulfate of potash, elemental sulfur, and micronutrients, which are used in the production of specialty crops, fruits, and vegetables. The Plant Nutrition South America segment offers potassium chloride and micronutrients for use in various crops, such as soybeans, coffee, sugarcane, and fruits. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas.
Learn more about Compass Minerals International, Inc
Size
2,223 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$59.5 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
-1.8%
Revenue
$1.3 billion
NASDAQ

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