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Lithium Nevada, LLC
Safety Supervisor
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A Safety Manager inspects work environments and procedures for health and safety concerns, and develops programs to reduce the risk of injury or illness. May specialize in a particular type of industry or in certain kind of safety and health risk, such as radiation, hazardous chemicals, or ergonomics. Works in offices, factories, or mines.
$83,319 / year median in Nevada
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building, and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company's flagship asset, Thacker Pass, is located in Humboldt County in northern Nevada and is the world's largest known measured lithium source and reserve. We are focused on safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to help strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs, and maximizing sustainable value for our stakeholders. Safety Supervisor Company Overview Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company's flagship asset, Thacker Pass, is located in Humboldt County in northern Nevada and is the world's largest known measured lithium source and reserve. We are focused on safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to help strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs and maximizing sustainable value for our stakeholders. Lithium Americas is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia and operates in the U.S., with offices in Reno, NV and Winnemucca, NV. The Company's shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol LAC. Our Purpose, Vision and Values Our purpose, vision and values are the guiding principles that will serve as the cornerstone of our company's future direction and operations, aligning our team and organization towards our common goals. Our Purpose is to safely and sustainably produce lithium from Thacker Pass to enable North America to reduce dependence on foreign critical minerals and drive value for our stakeholders. Our Vision is to be North America's leading lithium producer to enable cleaner energy sources. Our Values include Act with Integrity, Be Responsible and Act with Care, Commit to Excellence and Drive Innovation, and Be a Collaborative Partner. Role We are seeking a Safety Supervisor to join our Health and Safety Team. In this role, you will serve as the on-site safety leader for day-to-day Health and Safety (H&S) operations at Thacker Pass, working directly with frontline teams to ensure compliance, promote a strong safety culture, and drive continuous improvement. The Safety Supervisor will lead the implementation of safety programs, manage permit systems, oversee contractor safety compliance, and directly supervise Safety Specialists on site. The plant will consist of a sulfuric acid plant and processes for clay beneficiation, acid leaching, neutralization, crystallization, chemical precipitation, solid/liquid separations, and ion exchange. The successful candidate will have demonstrated supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to drive safety performance in OSHA and MSHA regulated environments. The role is based at the Thacker Pass site and reports to the Safety Manager. Occasional travel to other LAC offices, project sites, or vendor locations may be required. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary on-site safety point of contact for Thacker Pass day-to-day operations, providing direct oversight and visible safety leadership across all work areas. Supervise Safety Specialists, providing guidance, task delegation, performance feedback, and professional development support. Partner with the Safety Manager to implement site-level safety programs, ensuring alignment with LAC-wide standards and regulatory requirements. Represent the Safety Manager on site in their absence, serving as the acting safety authority for operational decisions. Collaborate with operations supervisors, contractors, and department leads to proactively identify and mitigate hazards before work begins. Chair or facilitate daily and weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning sessions with frontline teams. Ensure day-to-day site compliance with MSHA and OSHA requirements; coordinate with the Safety Manager on regulatory strategy and agency interactions. Manage the site Safe Work Permit system, including Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, Hot Work, and Excavation permits, ensuring proper issuance, execution, and closure. Conduct regular safety walk-throughs, inspections, and audits of facilities, equipment, and emergency systems; document findings and drive timely corrective actions to closure. Support the Safety Manager in maintaining required safety compliance documentation, records, and regulatory submissions. Coordinate with operations teams to ensure compliance with the OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) program requirements applicable to site activities. Develop, schedule, and deliver