BC Assistant Coordinator- Safety

Warrior Met Coal Inc•Blue Creek, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Safety Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Safety Coordinator in the implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of Warrior Met Coal’s Safety and Risk Management System. This position provides leadership and direction to assigned safety personnel, supports operational risk reduction initiatives, ensures compliance with federal and state mining regulations, and serves as a key resource for site management regarding safety performance, risk management, respirable dust compliance, and occupational health programs. The Assistant Safety Coordinator serves as a developmental leadership role within the Safety Department and assists with succession planning, organizational continuity, and the achievement of Blue Creek's safety objectives. This role is primarily an underground position.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years of underground coal mining experience.
Certified Alabama Mine Foreman/Fire Boss or ability to obtain certification at the next available testing opportunity.
Certified MSHA Instructor (Surface and Underground) or ability to obtain certification at the next available testing opportunity.
Strong understanding of federal and state mining regulations.
Knowledge of risk management principles, hazard recognition, and incident investigation methodologies.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficient computer skills, including report preparation, data analysis, and communication software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Engineering, Occupational Health, Business, or related field.
Underground coal mining supervisory experience.
Professional certifications such as CMSP, GSP, ASP, CSP, or equivalent.
Experience leading risk management, compliance, or safety improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to Safety Foreman and other assigned safety personnel.
Coach, mentor, and develop safety personnel to improve technical and leadership competencies.
Reinforce positive safety behaviors and address at-risk behaviors through coaching and mentoring.
Assist with onboarding and development of new safety professionals.
Support succession planning initiatives within the Safety Department.
Partner with Safety Coordinator and operational leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace risks.
Support implementation of Blue Creek's Risk Management System and critical control programs.
Conduct field audits, SAFER Walks, risk assessments, and compliance evaluations.
Analyze leading and lagging indicators to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Assist in development and implementation of corrective actions to reduce risk exposure.
Monitor safety performance metrics and recommend actions to improve safety outcomes.
Participate in organizational learning initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Manage and oversee safety personnel assigned to perform respirable dust and noise sampling.
Conduct site visits and audits with emphasis on respirable dust, noise compliance, and occupational health programs.
Provide guidance regarding Blue Creek policies, procedures, best practices, and applicable federal and state mining regulations.
Accompany Federal and State inspectors during inspections as required.
Evaluate citations and enforcement actions for accuracy and support litigation or contest activities when necessary.
Analyze compliance data and identify trends related to occupational health and regulatory compliance.
Assist in the development and implementation of health and safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Assist with incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action development.
Ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented and sustained.
Participate in near miss investigations and organizational learning initiatives.
Support sharing of lessons learned across operations.
Communicate regularly with Safety Coordinator, Directors, and site leadership to ensure consistency in safety performance and compliance activities.
Support special projects and strategic safety initiatives.
Serve as Acting Safety Coordinator during periods of absence or when assigned.
Support company-wide safety initiatives and operational improvement efforts.
Promote Warrior Met Coal’s commitment to SAFER principles and operational excellence.
Lead by example and demonstrate visible safety leadership.
Ensure adherence to all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Support risk identification, risk assessment, and risk control activities throughout assigned operations.
Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.