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Greenwood Village, CO, US, 80111
Post Start Date: May 4, 2026
The Health & Safety (H&S) Specialist will provide technical expertise and field-based support for safe, responsible, and sustainable exploration activities across multiple jurisdictions. The role ensures consistent application of H&S standards, provides technical guidance, and builds capability in the local team base. The core orientation of this role is outward-facing and applying technical expertise directly into field programs and support the regional teams to align to GFX global systems. GFX processes, workflows and systems are also included within the responsibility of this role. The timeframe of focus is 6-12 months. The H&S Specialist is accountable for the support and execution of work and system oversight on the H&S functions within Greenfields Exploration (GFX).
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Leadership
- Champion a proactive safety culture and model H&S best practices
- Identify, communicate, and escalate risks and non-compliance issues
- Support implementation and enforcement of H&S procedures and management plans
- Monitor system effectiveness and recommend improvements
- Promote alignment with global H&S standards, values, and expectations
Planning & Execution
- Co-develop and implement annual H&S improvement plans
- Support integration of H&S into both short- and long-term exploration strategies
- Coordinate risk assessments and ensure controls are embedded in field programs
- Partner with contractors and stakeholders to ensure personnel readiness, onboarding, and compliance
- Deliver regular reporting on H&S performance, activities, and compliance
Technical Expertise
- Provide expert H&S advice to exploration leadership and teams
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal H&S requirements
- Lead audits, training sessions, and field engagement activities
- Support incident management, including investigations and knowledge sharing
- Develop and implement procedures, training materials, and emergency response frameworks
- Drive contractor adherence to H&S standards
Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Support H&S data collection, reporting, and visualization in partnership with GIS and database teams
- Track performance metrics and communicate insights to stakeholders
- Continuously improve systems, processes, and data quality
- Contribute to efficient communication across teams and regions
Qualifications
- Education: Associate degree in Safety & Health or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience: 5-7+ years of experience in mining and/or exploration environments
- Strong knowledge of H&S regulations, systems, and field applications
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate 4WD vehicles
- First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to work effectively in remote and field-based environments
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
AngloGold Ashanti North America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Requisition ID: 29731
Category: HS Strategy & Governance
Posting Salary: $85,000 to $115,000 CAD + Bonus
Nearest Major Market: Denver
Location:
Greenwood Village, CO, US, 80111
Post Start Date: May 4, 2026
The Health & Safety (H&S) Specialist will provide technical expertise and field-based support for safe, responsible, and sustainable exploration activities across multiple jurisdictions. The role ensures consistent application of H&S standards, provides technical guidance, and builds capability in the local team base. The core orientation of this role is outward-facing and applying technical expertise directly into field programs and support the regional teams to align to GFX global systems. GFX processes, workflows and systems are also included within the responsibility of this role. The timeframe of focus is 6-12 months. The H&S Specialist is accountable for the support and execution of work and system oversight on the H&S functions within Greenfields Exploration (GFX).
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Leadership
- Champion a proactive safety culture and model H&S best practices
- Identify, communicate, and escalate risks and non-compliance issues
- Support implementation and enforcement of H&S procedures and management plans
- Monitor system effectiveness and recommend improvements
- Promote alignment with global H&S standards, values, and expectations
Planning & Execution
- Co-develop and implement annual H&S improvement plans
- Support integration of H&S into both short- and long-term exploration strategies
- Coordinate risk assessments and ensure controls are embedded in field programs
- Partner with contractors and stakeholders to ensure personnel readiness, onboarding, and compliance
- Deliver regular reporting on H&S performance, activities, and compliance
Technical Expertise
- Provide expert H&S advice to exploration leadership and teams
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal H&S requirements
- Lead audits, training sessions, and field engagement activities
- Support incident management, including investigations and knowledge sharing
- Develop and implement procedures, training materials, and emergency response frameworks
- Drive contractor adherence to H&S standards
Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Support H&S data collection, reporting, and visualization in partnership with GIS and database teams
- Track performance metrics and communicate insights to stakeholders
- Continuously improve systems, processes, and data quality
- Contribute to efficient communication across teams and regions
Qualifications
- Education: Associate degree in Safety & Health or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience: 5-7+ years of experience in mining and/or exploration environments
- Strong knowledge of H&S regulations, systems, and field applications
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate 4WD vehicles
- First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to work effectively in remote and field-based environments
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
AngloGold Ashanti North America Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Requisition ID: 29731
Category: HS Strategy & Governance
Posting Salary: $85,000 to $115,000 CAD + Bonus
Nearest Major Market: Denver
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Safety Specialist
Match your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the Safety Specialist position. A degree in occupational health, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or safety engineering typically satisfies this. A general business or unrelated STEM degree may trigger an RFE.
Verify your SOC code before applying
Safety Specialists file under SOC 29-9021 (Occupational Health and Safety Specialists). Confirm your prospective employer's LCA lists this code. A mismatched SOC code can misclassify the role and undermine the specialty occupation argument at adjudication.
Search LCA-verified employers on Migrate Mate
Filter Safety Specialist roles by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies that have already cleared DOL's wage certification step, reducing the risk of pursuing employers who've never sponsored the role.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for SOC 29-9021 in the metro area where you'll work before accepting any offer.
Target industries with consistent H-1B filing history
Chemical manufacturing, utilities, aerospace, and large construction firms sponsor Safety Specialists more regularly than small contractors. OFLC disclosure data shows which industries certify LCAs for this occupation code, helping you prioritize employers already familiar with the process.
Confirm cap-gap coverage if you're on OPT
If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. USCIS issues a cap-gap receipt notice your employer should retain for E-Verify compliance.
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Find Safety Specialist JobsSafety Specialist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Safety Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific related field such as occupational health, safety science, industrial hygiene, or environmental engineering. USCIS evaluates each petition individually. Roles that accept any degree field, or that only require certifications like CSP or OSHA 30, face a higher risk of an RFE challenging specialty occupation status.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Safety Specialist positions?
Employers in chemical manufacturing, oil and gas, aerospace, utilities, and large construction firms regularly sponsor Safety Specialists and have established LCA filing histories with DOL. You can find Safety Specialist roles at H-1B-sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by verified LCA filing activity so you're targeting companies already familiar with the sponsorship process.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect a Safety Specialist H-1B offer?
Your employer must certify through DOL that your offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for SOC 29-9021 in your work location before USCIS will approve the petition. Wages are tiered from Level I to Level IV based on experience and job complexity. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the applicable wage for your metro area before finalizing your offer letter.
Can a Safety Specialist transfer H-1B status to a new employer mid-authorization?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS, provided your current H-1B has been approved and you're maintaining valid status. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 and obtain LCA certification for your new work location and wage level before you start.
What O*NET classification applies to Safety Specialist roles, and why does it matter for H-1B petitions?
Safety Specialists typically fall under O*NET code 29-9021, classified as a Job Zone 4 occupation requiring substantial preparation and a relevant bachelor's degree. USCIS references O*NET when evaluating whether a role constitutes a specialty occupation. If your employer's job description maps to a lower job zone on O*NET, it weakens the specialty occupation argument and increases RFE risk.
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