Health and Safety Lead

Freeport-McMoRan
Leadville, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 6/11/2024 CLOSED ON 7/10/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health and Safety Lead position at Freeport-McMoRan?

Title: Health and Safety Lead

Requisition ID: 131297

Location:

Climax, CO, US, 80429

Category: Health & Safety

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

At Climax Molybdenum, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

In order to be considered for this position, please apply by 06/03/24.

Where You Will Work 

Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville – the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States.

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.  

At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! Visit Welcome to Leadville, Colorado to learn more.  

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

  • Experience in management system (ISO, ESG)
  • Experience with data analytics

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $72,000-$98,000/Annually. 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. 

  • Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
  • 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. 
  • Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.

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Salary : $72,000 - $98,000

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