Hoisting Supervisor

Waste Isolation Pilot Plant•Carlsbad, NM

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Hoisting Supervisor and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or Associate’s degree with four (4) years of relevant experience, or High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of relevant experience is required.
Must be 18 years of age.
Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).
Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Nice To Haves

Mine Operations Management/Supervisory experience is preferred.
At least five (5) years of experience with mine hoisting and/or shaft system engineering, operating, or maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a hoisting crew directing safe, compliant care of the WIPP hoists to maintain access to the WIPP underground.
Focus on the safe operation, maintenance, and construction of shaft infrastructure, conveyances, and related underground access points.
Provide direction, oversight and guidance to crew personnel.
Ensure all procedures, policies and regulations are followed and ensure all required training, qualification programs and documentation is properly maintained.
Plan, schedule and assign work to personnel as necessary.
Maintain appropriate interfaces with other departments supported by hoist crews.
Ensure compliance with the bargaining unit contract.
Ensure all work is performed safely and compliantly while providing timely support to mission objectives.
May be assigned 7/10A, 7/10B, or 4/10 backshift, or other shifts as needed.
Perform Lockout/Tagout responsibilities as qualified Authorizing Supervisor.
Direct daily hoist operations, that will ensure personnel safety and compliance to maintain access to the WIPP Underground.
Provide operational support to hoisting operation crews.
Ensure all hoisting activities comply with statutory regulations (MSHA/local mining acts), company policies, and safety management systems.
Lead and mentor hoisting supervisors, technicians, and maintenance crews as required.
Directly supervise hoisting personnel, assigning tasks and ensuring proper work procedures.
Conduct daily or weekly inspections according to statutory requirements.
Ensure all work is done under lockout/tagout procedures and that safety gear is used.
Coordinate with maintenance planners to ensure repairs are done promptly.
Maintain accurate shift logs, production reports, and incident reports.
Lead and/or assist in-field response to incidents as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance: Coverage on date of hire
Surgical concierge service
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)
Relocation assistance
Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement program
On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
Company paid short term disability
Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
Voluntary benefits of: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Long-term disability program
Health and Flexible savings accounts
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance