Supervisor Longwall

About the role

We are currently seeking a Longwall Supervisor to join our production team at our Shoal Creek Mine, located in Oakman, Alabama. Shoal Creek Mine is one of the deepest underground coal mines in the United States. Located on the Black Warrior River, this site produces one of the highest qualities of met coal in the United States. With nine-foot-tall workings, a brand-new longwall, and 15+ years of projected coal reserves, Shoal Creek mine is an ideal place to work.

Located in between Jefferson, Walker, and Tuscaloosa counties in Alabama, this area offers beautiful rivers and lakes, landscapes, and rolling hills at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains. Oakman is about an hour from Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, both of which provide diverse, family-friendly communities with something for everyone, such as vibrant downtowns, safe, friendly neighborhoods, and excellent schools, including the University of Alabama and other area colleges.

Peabody’s Shoal Creek Mine has a safety-first culture and strives to have zero recordable MSHA injuries/incidents.

Responsibilities

• Supervise crew to ensure production goals are being met, this includes setup of employees, safe work practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct crew safety and informational sharing meetings, to ensure safe practices.
• Complete daily time records and maintain daily production records.
• Provide oversight of material delivery to designated work areas; and supervise brattice work, setting posts and roof supports, clean up duties, hanging ventilation curtains, and other associated tasks.
• Work closely with the longwall coordinator and maintenance supervisor’s in coordinating scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the equipment.
• Responsible for teaching new employees the correct longwall mining operations.
• Foster and maintain respectful relationships with all levels of personnel.
• Comply with and enforce company policies.

The Lifestyle

This position may require you to work various shifts (day, evening, and nights) with rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays as deemed necessary. We provide 401K matching, medical, dental and vision health plans with minimal cost to the employee. Benefit eligibility and PTO starts on your first day of work.

About you

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED and 5 years of equivalent longwall experience.
• 3 - 5 years of supervisor experience and/or crew lead experience. Union supervisory experience is a plus.
• Must possess an Alabama Mine Foreman Certification
• Must have a high level of understanding MSHA Regulations
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to utilize Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be willing to work on any assigned shift and on scheduled weekends.
• Experience in mine mechanical and maintenance preferred.
• Experience in implementing longwall automation systems and Bi-directional cutting is a plus.
• Experience in Success Factors, SAP and Kronos is a plus.

Physical Requirements - Underground

• Must have the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time on uneven, rocky surfaces.
• Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles.
• Must have the ability to walk for up to 4 hours at a time. Will be required to walk through different sections of the mine with varying degrees of clearance and headroom.
• Walking ability will be judged according to SCSR emergency evacuation plan required and approved by MSHA.
• Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA.
• Must have the ability to bend or stoop for a full work period as a result of mine height.
• Must have the ability to climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders.
• Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs as well as good hand to eye coordination.
• Must have the ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and the ability to occasionally lift items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.

Pay

Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. Details will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Various shifts (day, evening, and nights) with rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays as deemed necessary.

Benefits

We provide 401K matching, medical, dental and vision health plans with minimal cost to the employee. Benefit eligibility and PTO starts on your first day of work.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED and 5 years of equivalent longwall experience.
• 3 - 5 years of supervisor experience and/or crew lead experience. Union supervisory experience is a plus.
• Must possess an Alabama Mine Foreman Certification
• Must have a high level of understanding MSHA Regulations
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to utilize Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be willing to work on any assigned shift and on scheduled weekends.
• Experience in mine mechanical and maintenance preferred.
• Experience in implementing longwall automation systems and Bi-directional cutting is a plus.
• Experience in Success Factors, SAP and Kronos is a plus.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Experience with longwall mining operations and equipment.
• Understanding of safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Benefits

• 401K matching
• Medical, dental, and vision health plans
• Flexible scheduling options
• Rotating shift schedule
• Weekend and holiday availability
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Contact Us

To apply for this position, please visit Peabody - US Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)

EEO Disclaimer

Peabody Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.