Drilling Supervisor

Vulcan Materials Company•Kennesaw, GA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Drilling Supervisor oversees and coordinates drilling operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The role involves planning, executing, and monitoring drilling activities; managing personnel and equipment; developing drill plans; supervising crews; ensuring equipment is handled and stored properly; and maintaining accurate records. The position combines office and field work and includes travel, site inspections, client meetings, and collaboration with technicians.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain an ATF permit.
A combination of drilling-related experience and technical training; mining-related experience is preferred.
Knowledge of relevant safety regulations, including MSHA and ATF requirements, and environmental standards.
Experience in design, haulage fleet oversight, and primary processing.
Ability to provide leadership and guidance to direct and indirect reports, motivate employees, and maintain interpersonal relationships.
Ability to form strong social relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external audiences.
Strong communication skills for representing the company at public meetings and resolving drilling-related issues.
Ability to mentor employees, set performance standards, and monitor performance.
Ability to cultivate strong customer relations with neighbors.
Ability to recognize and follow workplace safety procedures, identify hazards proactively, and mitigate risks.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and handle unexpected situations.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment on site.
Willingness to travel as an inherent part of the role.

Nice To Haves

Mining-related drilling experience or technical training.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain a safe working environment for personnel involved in drilling operations.
Enforce safety regulations and procedures for handling, storage, transportation, and drilling.
Identify and mitigate hazards associated with drilling.
Develop and implement emergency response plans for potential drilling incidents.
Direct and supervise drilling crews to ensure work is performed efficiently and safely.
Ensure drilling and blasting equipment is properly maintained and operated.
Manage inventory of explosives and related materials and ensure proper storage and handling.
Collaborate with other departments.
Communicate with management, staff, and clients about drilling operations, safety concerns, and potential impacts.
Train crew members in safe work practices, equipment use, and relevant regulations.
Mentor and develop qualified drillers for future roles.
Monitor and minimize environmental impacts, including dust and vibration.
Manage costs associated with drilling operations.
Coordinate with and oversee external contract drillers.
Inspect sites, meet with clients, collaborate with technicians, and perform office tasks such as planning schedules and analyzing reports.