Emergency Response Chief

Job Description

Job Description

About Jerritt Canyon

The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.

The Opportunity

The Emergency Response Chief plays a critical leadership role in establishing and managing a comprehensive mine rescue program at Jerritt Canyon. This position is responsible for building the program from the ground up to support underground operations, ensuring full compliance with MSHA 30 CFR requirements and industry best practices.

Working closely with site leadership and external partners, this role leads emergency preparedness, team readiness, and response capabilities, ensuring the site is equipped to effectively manage emergency situations and protect the safety of all personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of a comprehensive mine rescue program for underground operations, with potential expansion to surface operations.
• Establish rescue coverage strategies to support multiple sites, ensuring compliance with MSHA 30 CFR requirements.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for emergency response, deployment, communications, and mutual aid coordination.
• Serve as the primary liaison with MSHA on mine rescue program approvals, inspections, and documentation.
• Recruit, select, train, and maintain mine rescue team members, ensuring readiness and compliance with certification requirements.
• Act in a leadership capacity within the Incident Command Center (ICC), including coordinating mine rescue teams and supporting command decisions during underground emergencies
• Develop and execute monthly and annual training plans in accordance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Conduct simulated emergency drills and evaluate team performance to ensure continuous improvement and readiness.
• Oversee procurement, maintenance, inspection, and testing of mine rescue equipment, including breathing apparatus, gas detection instruments, communication systems, and vehicles.
• Develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans (ERP) for each site, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and operational needs.
• Coordinate with MSHA, local emergency responders, and mutual aid partners to strengthen emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
• Ensure accurate documentation and retention of training records, equipment inspections, drill critiques, and continuous improvement plans.
• Support the integration and utilization of site systems and platforms for tracking training, compliance, and emergency preparedness activities.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Education and Experience

• 5–10+ years of underground mining experience, with demonstrated exposure to emergency response or mine rescue operations.
• Prior mine rescue team experience required, with strong knowledge of MSHA 30 CFR regulations and underground emergency response practices.
• Experience developing or supporting emergency response programs, training plans, and operational procedures.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and coordinate teams in high-pressure and emergency environments.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies and external emergency response partners.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic field conditions.
• Mine rescue competition experience, instructor certifications, and/or EMT certification are considered assets.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.