About the Role

Schedule: 40 hours per week, flexible work schedules available

Position Reports To: Health and Safety Manager

Position Overview
The Industrial Hygienist is responsible for maintaining and managing New Afton's Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene programs. These programs have been designed to anticipate, evaluate and control chemical, physical and biological hazards in the underground mine, the mill and throughout the surface site.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct exposure surveys and analyze monitoring data, as per New Afton's Exposure Assessment Strategy
• Develop Industrial Hygiene Reports and recommend suitable corrective action/control to management
• Manage the site Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Materials Management Program and vendor SDS management process
• Participate in and support the sharing of safety related information, skills and best practices across the organization
• Develop and deliver Industrial Hygiene related training
• Lead the site Industrial Hygiene monitoring committee
• Implement and manage the Industrial Hygiene Monitoring Database
• Coordinate & schedule all exposure-related medical surveillance programs
• Support the site on any occupational health or industrial hygiene related inquiries related to chemical, physical and biological hazards encountered at the New Afton site
• Manage and balance Occupational Health budget
• Evaluate current and emerging safety and IH related regulations and applicable standards, communicate impact and recommend risk based mitigation actions
• Develop and implement IH/OH programs and initiatives to identify, assess, and control workplace health hazards.
• Ensure IH/OH efforts reduce risk to people, the environment, and the organization in alignment with global Occupational Health & Safety strategies.
• Align site IH/OH programs with Coeur's Corporate Occupational Health & Hygiene strategy to ensure consistency, compliance, and effective governance.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in a related field (such as BSc in Occupational and Public Health) or Technologist in related field
• Masters degree, specialized in Industrial Hygiene (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years Health & Safety/Industrial Hygiene related experience
• Certified or actively pursuing professional certification in Industrial Hygiene (CIH or ROH)
• Experience in mining or other industrial related environment
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations
• Demonstrated knowledge in exposure monitoring methodology and control principles
• Proficient in use and calibration of exposure monitoring equipment
• Proficiency in computer software applications
• Experience demonstrating a high level of problem solving and decision making
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team
• Self-motivated, with a high level of planning, scheduling and organizational skills
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Other Requirements

Candidates will be required to participate in a comprehensive qualification process, including:

• Completion of pre-placement functional screen
• Provide proof of a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in Canada
• Provide confirmation of valid educational requirements

Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position will be between $90,000 to $120,000. A comprehensive benefits program and performance bonus plan will also be provided. This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on August 12, 2026.

Additional Information

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.

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