Oko West - Health & Safety Lead

Confidential

Georgetown, Georgetown permanent

Posted: March 5, 2026

Required Skills

Job Description

We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Health & Safety Lead to join our team in Guyana at the Oko West Mine Site.

Lead the implementation and monitoring of the Health & Safety Management System at the Oko West Mine Site, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations, identifying hazards and implementing corrective and preventive measures.

Provide guidance and training to employees and contractors to promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to safe work procedures.

Collaborate with project management and operational teams to integrate health and safety considerations into all project activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum education: Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Safety and/or relevant experience in the construction mining industry.

Relevant experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in health and safety management for old mining construction projects.
Additional skills: Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, risk management, and incident investigation techniques; excellent communication, leadership, and training skills.

Salary Range: Negotiable.

Employment Type: Temporary contract for the duration of the construction.

Working Hours: Rotation schedule: 23 of work followed by 19 days off.

Application Details

Application Deadline: March 16, 2026

Interested people are invited to submit a CV/resume and a cover letter to the contact listed above.

*This position is open to both local and international candidates. However, preference will be given to qualified Guyanese applicants. If no suitable local candidate is found, an application for a foreign work permit will be submitted.*

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