Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Great new Environmental Safety & Health opportunities in Winnemucca, NV! (Thacker Pass Lithium Mining project)ES&H Professionals needed!Project Location: Winnemucca, Nevada (Thacker Pass, NV)Project Schedule & BenefitsFull-time, on-site project role12-month contract3 weeks on / 1 weeks off rotationMan-camp accommodations provided6 days / week57-hour work week (EWW schedule)10% Project Allowance10% Project Completion IncentiveMobilization and demobilization expenses coveredTravel home provided during rotation breaksProject OverviewThis project represents the largest known lithium resource in the United States and is expected to become the nation’s leading lithium carbonate production facility. Once fully operational, the site will produce enough lithium to support the manufacturing of approximately one million electric vehicles annually.Located in the high desert of north-central Nevada, approximately one hour northwest of Winnemucca and near the Oregon border, the project emphasizes sustainability through innovative energy and water conservation practices, including process heat recovery and extensive water recycling systems.This is an opportunity to contribute to a transformational clean energy initiative that will play a major role in the future of domestic lithium production and the U.S. transition to renewable energy.Position SummaryThe ES&H Professional will provide technical oversight and field support for Environmental, Safety, and Health (ES&H) compliance activities throughout project execution. This role works closely with project leadership, construction teams, contractors, and cross-functional departments to ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and project-specific ES&H programs.The successful candidate will conduct site inspections and daily field surveillance, support incident investigations, monitor PPE compliance and equipment inspections, and help drive continuous improvement initiatives across the project.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport implementation and compliance of the Company’s ES&H Management System, standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligationsConduct field inspections and audits to ensure safe work practices and environmental complianceDeliver toolbox talks and participate in project meetings with employees, contractors, and subcontractors regarding safety expectations and requirementsAssist in developing, implementing, and maintaining ES&H programs, procedures, and systemsMaintain ES&H databases, including incident tracking, audit findings, and corrective action documentationAnalyze ES&H performance data and identify trends, contributing factors, and improvement opportunitiesSupport risk assessments, mitigation planning, and monitoring activities related to ES&H concernsCoordinate incident reporting, lead investigations, and prepare detailed investigation reportsRecommend and implement process improvements to reduce risk and hazard exposureParticipate in employee training, emergency preparedness, quality assurance, and recognition programsProvide technical guidance and regulatory interpretation related to ES&H complianceSupport contractor orientation programs and oversee corrective action follow-up activitiesCoach contractors and project teams on Company ES&H processes, standards, and expectationsQualificationsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred5–8 years of relevant ES&H experience with a degree, or 9-12 years of related industry experience in lieu of a degreeRequired Skills & KnowledgeStrong working knowledge of OSHA 1926 and OSHA 1910 regulationsExperience conducting ES&H inspections and audits within construction environmentsAbility to perform root cause analysis and lead incident investigationsFamiliarity with contractor safety management and field safety oversightKnowledge of ES&H systems, processes, industry standards, and best practicesExperience supporting or managing ES&H subcontractors and consultantsStrong communication, reporting, and organizational skillsAbility to influence safe work behaviors and foster a proactive safety culture