Industrial Hygienist
Description
The Position
Reporting to the Safety Superintendent, the Industrial Hygienist will be responsible for maintaining the effectiveness of the Industrial Hygiene program at PGM and implementing new initiatives and programs as directed by the Director of Health and Safety.
The successful candidate will lead by example, consistently demonstrate our core life saving behaviours, and ensure compliance with all applicable legislative requirements, company standards, and safe work procedures. This role requires a visible commitment to Discovery's Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability values and a dedication to achieving an injury- and illness-free workplace.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Industrial Hygiene support across all operations.
- Manage the site WHMIS Program, and New Product Approval process.
- Deliver occupational health training and education programs.
- Conduct exposure assessments for chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazards.
- Coordinate workplace monitoring and sampling programs.
- Ensure Occupational Health Control Programs are implemented and maintained.
- Maintain compliance with applicable Ontario regulations and company standards.
- Conduct and coordinate noise surveys throughout site operations.
- Analyze monitoring results and recommend corrective actions and controls.
- Prepare and distribute Industrial Hygiene reports, statistics, and recommendations.
- Support Department Heads, General Foremen, and the JHSC with occupational health information.
- Partner with the Environmental Department to address dust and community exposure concerns.
- Work with operations to ensure ventilation and exhaust systems remain effective and properly maintained.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to compliance and exposure monitoring.
Skills and Qualifications
- Post-Secondary Certificate, Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of industry related experience, preferably in mining or heavy industry
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills.
- Professional designation by the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists (ROH, ROHT) or the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (CIH, CAIH) would be desirable.
- Strong knowledge of industrial hygiene principles and occupational health hazards.
- Understanding of ventilation systems, respiratory protection, ergonomics, and related health controls.
- Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
- Strong understanding of occupational exposure risks commonly encountered in mining, including dust, diesel particulate matter, noise, vibration, radiation, heat stress, and hazardous substances.
Workplace Conditions
On site
