Job Description
TITLE: Section Foreman/Front Line Supervisor
LOCATION: Tuscaloosa County, Alabama
PREPARED BY: STM Associates
Company Metallurgical coal mining company.
Purpose The Section Foreman/Front Line Supervisor will lead a team in a continuous mining section at the mine and is expected to be a role model; upholding the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and teamwork. As the Section Foreman/Front Line Supervisor, the chosen individual will comply with all relevant regulations, standards, and policies regarding mine safety, health, and environment to oversee the daily operations of a section in an underground coal mine. This role will arrange, coordinate, and oversee site personnel performance, ensuring that work is executed and delivered safely, on time, and on budget.
Duties and Responsibilities •Follow all applicable State and Federal safety rules and regulations, and all applicable Company-issued safety guidelines and policies. Ensuring compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and production goals.
•Coordinate and supervise the daily activities of the continuous mining section, including equipment, personnel, and materials.
•Ensure the safety of all teammates and equipment in the mine and implement preventive and corrective measures to minimize risks and hazards.
•Conduct regular inspections, audits, and assessments of the mine conditions, equipment, and operations, and report any issues or incidents.
•Provide training, coaching, and feedback to your teammates and evaluate their performance and development.
•Enforce the compliance of all teammates and contractors with mine safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.
•Communicate effectively with management and provide accurate, timely reports and data.
•Other duties as assigned.
Environment and Safety •Improve safety standards by holding safety meetings, conducting safety interactions, and taking corrective action where required.
•Ensure adherence to State, Federal, and Company workplace policies and standard work procedures for risk identification, risk assessment, and risk control.
•Maintain a high level of Safety performance through effective communication, monitoring, and revision of standard work procedures.
•Identify and report workplace safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries, and property damage.
•Attend and participate in all scheduled safety meetings and training.
•Investigate accidents and near misses with a view toward positive action through training, equipment set-up, or equipment repair and report on findings and conclusions.
•Maintain environmental awareness amongst the workforce by holding meetings and involving the environmental department in related subjects.
•Ensure adherence to environmental policy, work standards, management plans, and regulatory obligations and requirements.
•Integrate environmental policies, programs, and practices into all activities of the organization.
Qualifications A degree in mining engineering or related discipline is preferred. A minimum of three years' experience in an underground operation with production supervisory responsibilities would be advantageous. A valid Alabama Mine Foreman Certificate is required. The successful candidate must be proficient in using and maintaining continuous mining equipment and systems. Proven capacity to effectively organize projects, outline priorities, and direct the workflow in a results-oriented fashion. Spanish language proficiency would be beneficial but is not required.
Organizational Factors The Section Foreman/Front Line Supervisor will report directly to the mine manager.
Skills and Abilities •Strong technical skills, leadership abilities, communication, and teamwork.
•Ability to work under pressure in challenging and dynamic environments.
•Ability to make and follow through on tough decisions.
•Be self-directed and highly motivated.
•Establish safe and efficient working conditions by leading by example.
•Have a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
•Ability to be precise and detail oriented. STM Associates
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