Mine Operations Mining & Infrastructure Manager

Overview

Roles

Responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

Preferred Requirements

What We Offer

Equal Opportunity

Posting Duration

• About the role

  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 Mine Operations Mining and Infrastructure Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

• Direct interface to Engineering

  Direct interface to Engineering in all matters relating to the underground mine plan, ventilation plan, rock mechanics, ground control, etc.

• Works closely with Projects and Planning Manager

  Works closely with Projects and Planning Manager to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive mine plan is created incorporating equipment replacement and infrastructure advance and replacement, and other Capital, MCP, and Maintenance projects, such as hoisting, are incorporated into the master plan.

• Assume formally or informally delegated responsibilities

  Assume formally or informally delegated responsibilities for the other managers, when needed.

Advocate and demonstrate personal commitment to safety, in both word and action. Ensure compliance with DOE Orders, Hazardous Waste Facility Permit, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and Technical Safety Requirements (TSRs), and Code of Federal Regulations 29 and 30.

• Supervisor to Field Engineer

  Supervisor to Field Engineer

• Develops and maintains a comprehensive mine plan

  Owns and maintains mine sustainment plan. Ensures plans are endorsed by senior department leadership and ensures timely reviews. Provides direction and support to execution team under Mine Production Manager by timely delivery of plans and projections. Defines, maintains, and reports mine performance metrics, including hoisting. Based on relevant data, champions operations plan for production and safety improvements through use of technology advancement. Monitors execution team performance against metrics and schedule adherence and sets correction plans as needed. Supports and integrates LANL Science and Research needs into overall plan and ensures their needs and objectives are met. Interface, coordinate, and maintain working relationships with all WIPP departments as necessary.

Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering or related field with nine (9) years of related experience, or Associate's degree in mining engineering or related field with thirteen (13) years of related experience, or Highschool diploma or equivalency with seventeen (17) years of related experience. Must have a broad knowledge of underground mining systems, equipment, processes, and practices. Must be able to become qualified to work underground. Required to complete and maintain training and qualifications for respirator use, wear a respirator, and work in radiologically contaminated areas. 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).

• Previous supervisory and/or management experience

  Previous supervisory and/or management experience is preferred.

• Mining Related preferred certification

  Mining Related preferred certification – Society of Mining Engineers, etc.

• Proficient in AutoCAD 2025 or higher

  Proficient in AutoCAD 2025 or higher.

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. *These benefits vary by position.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8490 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.doe.gov for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.