Safety & Emergency Services Coordinator West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is a Canadian gold exploration and development company focused on restarting and expanding the historic Madsen Gold Mine in the Red Lake District of Northwestern Ontario. In addition to advancing the Madsen Mine toward sustainable production, the company is developing nearby high-grade gold deposits to support future growth. Backed by up-to-date infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a strong technical team, West Red Lake Gold is committed to operational excellence, responsible mining practices, and creating long-term value as it progresses toward steady commercial production.

Reporting to the Safety Manager, you will be directly responsible for ensuring that best practices are followed to help mitigate accidents, and for ensuring that all works follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations at West Red Lake Madsen Mine. The successful candidate will work locally on a 5-2/4-3 schedule.

The Benefits:

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Operation Bonus Program

100% employer paid extended health and dental program

Health Care Spending Account

Long-Term Disability Coverage

RRSP matching program

Employee referral bonus

About the Candidate:

High School Diploma required

Minimum 5 years experience in underground mining

Experience working in various types of positions in the mining industry

Supervisory experience would be an asset

Ontario Mine Rescue certified, Certification in Ontario Common Core, Underground Supervisor Common Core and “Train the Trainer” would be an asset.





Solid computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft PowerPoint software

Comprehensive knowledge of accident investigation process

Capable of designing creative and effective training material

Be familiar and support the gas badges program

Very familiar with Occupational Health and Safety Act and mining regulations

Competent report-writing and documentation skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and works well with others

Must possess a valid Class G driver’s license

Participates on weekend on-call for safety department

Good motivator and coach, and capable of developing others

Maintain confidentiality in all company dealings

Contributes to overall success of safety and training team

About the Role:

Participate in accident investigations, produce and distribute appropriate documentation, as required.

Coordinate Mine Rescue training and recruitment of mine rescue personnel

Coordinate outside agencies training in First aid, Working at heights, confined space etc.

Maintain emergency response readiness ensuring equipment and appropriate personnel are available.

Responsible for the gas badge program

Conduct planned workplace inspections as required.

Document results of safety tours; follow up to ensure issues have been addressed and resolved.

Ensure diligent record-keeping





Assist with the development of training modules and procedures

Support the occupational health and safety committee.

Conduct new worker safety inductions.

Develop safety policies and procedures.

Conduct safety meetings.

Identify and correct safety hazards.

Ensure all workers comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario and mining regulations.

Provide advice and be a safety resource for supervisors.

Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation and commitment to satisfy our operation’s goal of being accident-free.

Comply with federal and provincial acts and regulations, and legal requirements.

Adhere to all relevant corporate policies and procedures.

Assist in drug and alcohol testing.

Perform other duties as assigned.

The Company is committed to providing training and development for the right candidate(s) to build skills and competencies

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce and responsible mining practices that create lasting value for our people, communities, and stakeholders.

At West Red Lake Gold, we foster a culture where people speak up with courage, take action, challenge unsafe conditions, and care for one another because safety is not just a set of rules; it is who we are and what we stand for. The health, safety, and well-being of our employees remain our highest priorities. We are committed to creating sustainable value through responsible environmental stewardship, strong social responsibility, and operational excellence.

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📌 Safety & Emergency Services Coordinator (Red Lake)
🏢 West Red Lake Gold Mines
📍 Red Lake