Hire Resolve is assisting mining organizations in hiring experienced coal mining professionals across the United States. This multi-role opportunity covers surface and/or underground operations, engineering, maintenance, HSE, and production planning functions. These roles are designed for mid- to senior-level candidates and provide a pathway toward Superintendent, Operations Manager, and Site Leadership roles.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead safe, compliant coal production across underground and/or surface operations
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Maintain and strengthen MSHA compliance programs, inspections, investigations, and corrective actions
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Drive daily execution through production planning, crew leadership, equipment utilization, and KPI reporting
Support ground control, ventilation, and production sequence planning (as applicable)
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Oversee contractor management, permitting workflows (role-dependent), and operational readiness
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives (cycle time, downtime reduction, cost/ton optimization)
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Support capital projects, maintenance shutdowns, and commissioning activities
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Develop teams through coaching, SOPs, training, and performance management
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Safety, or related discipline (or equivalent experience for certain leadership roles)
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Typically 5–12+ years in coal operations, maintenance, planning, or HSE leadership
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Strong experience with MSHA requirements; underground and/or surface exposure preferred
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Familiarity with maintenance systems (CMMS), work management, reliability practices, and reporting tools
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Strong communication and leadership in site-based environments; comfortable with shift/rotation work