Health and Safety Specialist - Large-scale Mining Project

We are looking for a Health and Safety Specialist (HSS) with high technical capacity to join the Engineering and Construction department. In this critical position, you will be the guarantor of the physical integrity and health of all workers involved in the construction and operation phases of our underground mine. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager and maintaining a close functional relationship with the Sr. Health and Safety Supervisor, your mission will be to lead the preventive culture on-site. This role requires a professional with character, capable of making firm decisions in risk situations and with a comprehensive vision of safety in complex industrial environments. If you are looking for a professional challenge where your experience in safety coordination directly impacts the success of an international-scale project, this is your opportunity.

Coordinate the effective application of general prevention and safety principles during the planning and execution of works on-site.
Approve the Health and Safety Plan prepared by contracting companies, as well as any subsequent modifications required by project progress.
Manage and supervise the Incident Log, ensuring rigorous follow-up of proposed corrective and preventive measures.
Exercise the authority to halt work in case of detection of serious and imminent risk to the safety of workers.
Supervise the coordination of business activities (CAE) with suppliers and subcontractors at the project site.
Act as the point of contact and liaison with the External Prevention Service (SPA), the Labor Inspectorate, and the competent Mining Authority.
Guarantee strict compliance with RD 1627/1999 and current specific mining safety regulations.
Administer assigned safety resources, including the control of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and data management in the SAP system.

Academic Background: Engineering (Mining, Industrial, or Chemical).
Specialization: Master's in Occupational Risk Prevention with a specialty in Workplace Safety.
Experience: Minimum of 5 to 7 years of previous experience in health and safety positions, preferably in industrial construction or mining.
Technical Knowledge: Expert in the application of RD 1627/1999 and industrial safety regulations.
Languages: B2 level of English (full professional competence).
Valuable: Specific experience in underground mining, complex industrial plants, and knowledge of the ISO 45001 standard.
Tools: Regular user of SAP and office tools.
Other: Driver's license, availability to travel, and commitment to on-site work at the project location.