Industrial Safety Medic
About the job
- A high school diploma is required.
- Advanced First Aid, previously known as OFA Level III, or equivalent is required.
- Strong computer skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office Suite, are required.
- A valid Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent is required.
- Candidates must be willing to complete a pre-employment drug screen and provide three professional references.
- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
- Support the high-potential risk control strategy through participation in risk assessments, gap analyses, and effectiveness reviews.
- Assist in contractor risk management by reviewing safe work plans.
- Perform industrial hygiene monitoring and control access and egress to the site.
- Facilitate training for health and safety initiatives and New Hire Orientation.
- Participate in awareness initiatives and health and safety program education.
- Perform periodic health and safety inspections and participate in audits as required.
- Assist in the development and implementation of Occupational Health and Safety programs.
- Provide overall site protection, including fire systems.
- Support implementation of High Potential Risk Control and Occupational Health and Hygiene strategies.
- Promote health and safety leadership among employees and contractors by providing mentorship and direction on applying site procedures and programs.
- Provide first aid services, collect drug and alcohol samples, and complete accurate first aid reports.
- Support safety incident investigations and health and safety programs, including confined space, hazardous energy isolation, and fall protection.
- Two years of relevant industry experience in a health and safety role or a Mine Rescue ticket is an asset.
About the company
Elk Valley Resources mines steelmaking coal in British Columbia for steel producers that supply construction, transportation and other infrastructure markets. Its Elk Valley operations include Elkview, Fording River, Greenhills and Line Creek, with coal sold as an input to the steelmaking process. Alongside active mines, the business manages former mine properties through closure, care and maintenance as part of its continuing responsibilities in the region. Through its coal exports, the company connects its British Columbia operations with customers in overseas steelmaking markets. It is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, and operates as part of the Glencore Group.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Mechanics get hiring incentives: EVR lists CAD5,000 signing bonuses and up to CAD10,000 relocation assistance, subject to eligibility.
- Longer mine life is planned: EVR proposes approximately 35 additional years at Fording River.
- Mining engineering co-ops get support: EVR lists travel and fee assistance plus priority consideration for professional roles after graduation.
What critics are saying
- Mechanics rotate between days and nights: EVR's listed site-based role requires both types of shift.
- Water liabilities follow mining: runoff through EVR waste rock carries selenium and nitrate into the watershed.
- Expansion faces review: June 2026 regulators required engagement on water, wildlife and reclamation for EVR's assessment.
What makes Elk Valley Resources unique
- Steelmakers own part of their supplier: Nippon Steel and POSCO together hold 23% of EVR.
- Export infrastructure includes an ownership stake: EVR holds 46% of Neptune Terminals.
- A former mine trains new recruits: EVR uses Coal Mountain as an employee training campus.
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