Regional EHS Specialist

Sandvik Mining is looking for a Regional EHS Specialist in Elko NV

Environment health and safety issues are fully integrated into Sandviks operations. We will achieve continual improvement through developing active courageous and visible EHS leadership and by developing a strong EHS culture. This will include the consultation and participation of workers and where applicable workers representatives. Objectives and Targets will be incorporated in local EHS Plans and will be monitored to ensure they are implemented through to completion. Best practices will be developed and shared throughout the company.

Sandvikhas a strong platform based on our world-class R&D capabilities and premium high-tech products. We are at the forefront of automation digitalization and electrification and sustainability is an integral part of how we do business.We seek bright curious and forward-thinking multi-cultural team members who are motivated by serving customers and employees in future proofing business and thrive in an inclusive learning culture.We offercompetitive wages and benefits strong support forlearning and professional development and opportunities to grow asuccessful rewarding careerin a diverse collaborative and globally connected organization that values innovation fairness and longterm impact.

Business area Mining isa global leading supplier of equipment and tools parts service digital solutions and sustainability-driving technologies for the mining and construction industries. Applicationsinclude rock drilling rock cutting loading and hauling tunneling and quarrying.

The EHS Specialist will be a hybrid role requiring work in office in Elko.

We are looking for a proactive team player who will manage EHS programs and work to improve the environmental health and safety processes at our Elko NV facility and support the USA.

As the Regional EHS Specialist you will be responsible for supporting the efforts to maintain the ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems the Sandvik EHS Global Standards and regulatory requirements and ensure a safe healthy and incident-free workplace. You will source and implement programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices fire prevention and correct handling techniques for chemicals waste equipment and other potential hazards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a clear vision of the requirements initiatives actions and outcomes for the site in order to meet or exceed the required EHS standards. Ensure these activities are captured within yearly site EHS objectives and action plans and effectively executed
• Making recommendations for the improvement of EHS practices business processes operational practices and workplace design. Review and assessment of hazard and incident reporting incident investigations injuries and workers compensation outcomes. Apply knowledge of legislative change or improvement in best practices
• Support management of Workers Compensation cases as needed including reporting to MSHA as required
• Maintain legal compliance with all applicable OSHA MSHA EPA DOT State and local regulations including completion of all required reporting
• Coordinate performance of all necessary internal audits and inspections
• Drive the implementation and education of the Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology EHS Strategic management plan
• Plan and implement EHS policies and procedures in compliance with relevant legislation and corporate requirements
• Source and implement programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices fire prevention. Correct handling techniques for chemicals wastes equipment and other materials
• Recommend measures to reduce or eliminate industrialincidents and health hazards
• Lead the investigation ofincidents and injuries and manage documentation

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor degree in science environmental and/or safety discipline or minimum 4 years experience in EHS focused role.

Preferred qualifications:

MSHA Certification

Experience in mining heavy industrial manufacturing or production environment

Experience with safety management systems / software

Location: Elko NV

Travel Requirements: This position requires up to 30% travel to mine sites as well as other U.S. sites for EHS support

Compensation Range: Anticipated salary for this role is expected to be between $79900 to $108000.

Work authorization

Must have the legal right to work in the United States on anindefinite basis without employer sponsorship.
(Please note: temporary work authorizations including OPT do not meet this requirement.)

This position will be posted a minimum of 5 days or until filled.

Benefits:

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive benefits package of health dental and disability insurance and an outstanding 401(k) retirement savings plan. We also provide opportunities for professional competence development training and career advancement.

How to apply

For immediate consideration please apply online at to the EHS Specialist position R093717.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who because of a disability needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.