Underground Work Control Manager

SIMCO, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 97,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

4-day workweeks

Relocation assistance

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center

401(k) with 0.50% match

Job summary

SIMCO, LLC is seeking an Underground Work Control Manager for the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, NM. The role covers direct supervision of underground maintenance planners and the Work Control Center, reporting to the Work Control Manager.

Responsibilities include coordinating with multiple teams, ensuring alignment with site priorities, and maintaining training and qualifications. The role requires a DOE badge and US work authorization; relocation benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of related experience or
• Associate’s degree with 6 years of related experience or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with 10 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision for UG maintenance work planners and Work Control Center coordinators.
• Distribute work assignments to planners and balance workload.
• Support backlog reduction; provide status updates to Work Control Manager.

Skills

CMMS experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years

Associate’s degree + 6 years

HS diploma + 10 years

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

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 an Underground Work Control Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will provide direct daily supervision and support for Underground (UG) maintenance work planners and Work Control Center coordinators. This position reports to the Work Control Manager.

Roles And Responsibilities Include

• Collaborate with Work Control and Maintenance management to ensure UG work planning and control activities are aligned with site priorities.
• Distribute work assignments to planners; assist in balancing workload.
• Support backlog reduction efforts; provide status updates to Work Control Manager.
• Hold regular meetings with planners to communicate priorities, share information, and discuss challenges.
• Review draft Work Control Documents to ensure compliance with Writer’s Guide and template.
• Serve as a key interface for audits and surveillances.
• Lead coordination efforts with Maintenance, Underground Facility Operations, Mining, Engineering, and Project/Construction Management teams.
• Conduct formal self-assessments as assigned by Work Control and Maintenance management.
• Analyze performance measures with Work Control and Maintenance management.
• Ensure planners attend required training and maintain qualifications.
• Address corrective actions as assigned.
• Approve direct reports’ timesheets biweekly.

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of related experience, or
• Associate’s degree with six (6) years of related experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with ten (10) years of related experience is required.
• 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).
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Candidate must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.

Salary Range

$96,789 to $172,368 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 32-34. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

What We Offer

• 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 Opportunity

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 [phone] or email [e-mail] 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.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.