24 Oct
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Cementation Americas
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Saskatoon
24 Oct
Cementation Americas
Saskatoon
Who We Are
Cementation is a leading underground mine contracting and engineering company. We design and build mines, safely. Our team specializes in delivering design-build solutions for technically complex projects, with a strong track record in world-class shaft sinking and mine development.
Location: Rook I NexGen - Saskatchewan
Reports To: Manager of HSE
Posted: October 19, 2026
Position Summary
The HSE Lead is responsible for overseeing and supporting the implementation of Cementation's Health, Safety and Environmental programs at the Rook I Project. This position provides safety leadership, promotes a proactive safety culture, and ensures compliance with company policies, applicable legislation and client requirements, with particular emphasis on underground shaft-sinking operations and uranium mining safety
General Duties And Responsibilities
- Lead and support the implementation of Cementation's HSE programs, policies and procedures at the project site.
- Provide guidance and support to project management, supervisors, employees and subcontractors on health, safety and environmental matters.
- Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits, hazard assessments and job observations to identify risks and ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
- Monitor safety practices associated with shaft sinking and underground construction, including hoisting, ground control, drilling, blasting, ventilation and mobile equipment.
- Support compliance with uranium-specific safety requirements, including radiation awareness, radon exposure controls, contamination prevention and applicable Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) requirements.
- Collaborate with NexGen's HSE and Radiation Protection teams to ensure alignment with site-specific safety programs and procedures.
- Coordinate employee safety orientations, training, competency assessments and refresher programs, maintaining accurate training records.
- Lead or participate in incident and near-miss investigations, identify root causes and monitor corrective actions.
- Assist in developing and reviewing safe work procedures, risk assessments and emergency response plans.
- Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks and other initiatives that promote employee engagement and a strong safety culture.
- Monitor compliance with applicable Saskatchewan occupational health and safety legislation, mining regulations and environmental requirements.
- Maintain HSE documentation, inspection reports, incident records and safety performance statistics.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to site safety personnel and supervisors, as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Provide functional leadership and guidance to site HSE personnel, where applicable, and support project management in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
Pre-Employment Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of health and safety experience,
preferably in underground mining, shaft sinking or heavy industrial construction.
- Previous experience in a senior or lead HSE role is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan occupational health and safety legislation and mining safety requirements.
- Experience in uranium mining, radiation protection awareness or CNSC-regulated environments is considered a strong asset.
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation or equivalent certification is an asset.
- Experience in incident investigations, risk assessments, emergency response and safety training.
- Ability to meet all project-specific pre-employment and site access requirements.
Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities
- Robust leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Thorough understanding of underground mining and construction safety practices.
- Knowledge of WHMIS, fall protection, confined spaces, hazardous energy control and respiratory protection.
- Familiarity with uranium-related hazards, including radiation exposure, radon and contamination controls.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and reporting.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with employees, supervisors, management and client representatives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic HSE reporting systems.
- Ability to work rotational shifts at a remote project site.
Candidacy
Please note that to be considered, you must be a Canadian citizen or have written authorization to work in Canada under federal immigration requirements and currently be residing in Canada.
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