Health and Safety Lead

Freeport-McMoran, Inc.$75K — $104K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in Health & Safety or related field; or 3+ years with an Associate's degree; or 1+ year with a Bachelor's degree; or technical degree with mining internship experience.
  • Experience in leading personnel and/or projects.
  • Strong knowledge of federal and state safety regulations.
  • Proficient in conducting risk assessments and safety audits.
  • Ability to train personnel on specialized safety procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Direct employee engagement in safety awareness and risk assessments.
  • Lead safety audits and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Manage Health and Safety projects and functions.
  • Train staff on safety procedures, including specialized training.
  • Inspect worksites to evaluate safety and recommend improvements.
  • Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
  • Document regulated activities during inspections.

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental and vision coverage.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Paid time off including sick days and holidays.
  • Tuition assistance for continued education.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Discounted insurance plans for various needs.
  • Internal advancement opportunities available.
Full Job Description


Where You Will Work

In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation's commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.

What You Will Do

  • Directs employee engagement activities such as risk assessments and raising general safety awareness to employees, managers, and other stakeholders.
  • Leads safety audits and inspects facilities within area of responsibility to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory laws.
  • Manages Health and Safety functions or projects.
  • Trains staff from multiple divisions in safety procedures, including specialized safety training (e.g., confined space, LOTOTO) and Annual Refresher Training as required.
  • Inspects and evaluates work in progress, identifies any problem areas, and may direct remedial action.
  • Participates on cross-function teams to manage moderately complex incident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Accompanies MSHA/OSHA/State Mine Inspectors and document regulated field activities.
  • Conducts health and safety orientations, visit work sites and distribute literature to implement and promote safety and/or environmental policies and procedures.
  • May administer workers' compensation program for the company, including interacting with workers' compensation insurers, monitoring claims, developing and administering loss prevention and rehabilitation management/monitoring programs, maintain files, and provide necessary support in defense of claims.
  • Perform other duties as required.


What You Bring To Freeport

  • Leading personnel and/or projects, AND
  • High School diploma or GED and five (5) years of experience in Health & Safety or related, OR
  • Associate's degree and three (3) years of experience in Health & Safety or related, OR
  • Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of experience in Health & Safety or related, OR
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical mining related discipline with at least one summer internship experience (or equivalent) working in mining or industrial environment.


Preferred Qualifications

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $75,000 - $104,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
  • Internal progression opportunities
  • Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require
  • Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
  • Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
  • Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

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