Health And Safety Counselor - Meliadine Gold Mine - FIFO - 14/14
Agnico Eagle Mines is hiring a Health and Safety Counselor for its Meliadine operation near Rankin Inlet, Nunavut. This full-time salaried position operates on a 14/14 fly-in/fly-out schedule and includes camp accommodations. Reporting to the Health & Safety Supervisor, the role involves developing and implementing safety management tools, supporting risk management and safety program initiatives, conducting audits, facilitating cross-departmental training, and optimizing document control systems. This position plays a key role in maintaining a safe and compliant mining operation.
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Responsibilities
The Health & Safety Counselor will support safety initiatives and continuous improvement across the Meliadine Mine site.
- Develop and implement H&S management tools (JHA, JTO, incident forms, ICAM investigations).
- Assist in creating and enhancing site-specific Health & Safety programs.
- Facilitate cross-departmental training to streamline risk management practices.
- Support internal audits and TSM (Towards Sustainable Mining) compliance efforts.
- Optimize usage of H&S software and improve document control systems.
- Conduct regular workplace audits and participate in safety meetings.
- Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Candidates must have health and safety expertise and strong communication skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Sciences, or a related H&S field.
- CRSP designation and H&S certification are assets.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in health and safety roles.
- Experience in surface and underground mining is an asset.
- Familiarity with ICAM investigations and Bowtie risk analysis preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience in multicultural environments is beneficial.
Perks and Benefits
This fly-in/fly-out position offers robust support and travel accommodations.
- 14/14 rotation supporting work-life balance.
- Camp accommodations provided on site.
- Flights included to and from Rankin Inlet, Nunavut.
- Opportunity to contribute to a proactive safety culture at Meliadine Mine.
Worksite/Project
Meliadine Gold Mine
Located approximately 25 kilometers north of Rankin Inlet in Nunavut, Canada, the Meliadine Gold Mine is a significant operation owned by Agnico Eagle Mines Limited. Since achieving commercial production in May 2019, the mine has been a major contributor to Canada's gold output. In 2024, Meliadine is projected to reach a milestone of producing two million ounces of gold, underscoring its importance in the mining sector. The mine employs approximately 1,500 individuals, with around 700 personnel on-site at any given time, making it a significant employer in the region. Agnico Eagle has been exploring potential expansions to extend the mine's life and increase annual production, reflecting its commitment to sustainable development and community engagement.
Meliadine Gold MineEmployer Hiring
Agnico Eagle Mines
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited is a Canadian-based senior gold producer, publicly traded on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges under the ticker AEM and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. Founded in 1957, the company is Canada's largest mining company and one of the largest gold producers in the world, with operating mines across Canada, Australia, Finland, and Mexico, and exploration activities in several additional regions. Agnico Eagle is principally engaged in the production and sale of gold, along with related exploration and mine development, and also produces silver, zinc, and copper as by-products. In Canada, its operations include the LaRonde, Canadian Malartic, and Goldex mines in Quebec, the Detour Lake and Macassa mines in Ontario, and the Meadowbank and Meliadine mines in Nunavut, several of which are remote, fly-in fly-out sites in the northern regions of the country. The company expanded significantly through its 2022 merger with Kirkland Lake Gold, which added the Detour Lake and Macassa mines, and it continues to advance a pipeline of development and exploration projects across its operating regions.
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