Assistant Shift Supervisor

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE:

Assist the Shift Supervisor in the development and supervision of the underground mine, and is responsible for the general operation of the mine in the absence of the Shift Supervisor; supervising the Production Supervisors and hourly personnel in the extraction of coal; supervise construction activities; responsible for the health and safety of all personnel working under his supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assign work to be performed and direct hourly workforce in the performance of their assigned duties
• Coordinate all construction work for assigned shift
• Visit construction sites and assure that work is being performed in a safe and timely manner
• Enforce safety regulations in accordance with Company policy, State, and Federal laws
• Actively support and promote the Behavioral Based Safety Program
• Examine area of travel checking for hazardous conditions and assuring that these conditions are corrected and the safety of the mine is maintained
• Communicate to Production Supervisors all conditions and relative information that would help them in the performance of their duties
• Responsible for all activities taking place in the operation of the mine during the shift in the absence of the Shift Supervisor
• Examine daily requirements for manpower and supplies
• Plan and take corrective action to control water underground
• Ensure that escape ways, intake airways, and return airways are examined and records maintained in accordance with regulations

PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Extensive and diverse underground coal mining experience [7+ yrs experience]
• Thorough knowledge of State and Federal mining laws
• Previous proven underground supervisory experience
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills, and the knowledge and ability to make decisions relative to safety, production, maintenance, and compliance
• The ability to successfully supervise and motivate the workforce
• Basic computer skills
• WV Mine Foreman Certification
• EMT-M and Dust Certification preferred

POSITION WILL REPORT TO: Shift Supervisor

Current Openings for Assistant Shift Supervisor Jobs at Mountain Laurel/Mingo Logan