Shipyard Mechanical Supervisor

Mechanical Supervisor Position

Abstract: The Mechanical Department supports ship repair production throughout the facility including, but not limited to, our 1092’ Graving Dock,1280T Mobile Boat Hauler (MBH), wet berth and various fabrication projects and trade shops. Trained members of the Mechanical Department assist with the vessel docking process on both the Graving Dock and MBH. The Supervisor will oversee all of the department’s operations, which is staffed by skilled mechanics, machinists, and helpers.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Delegate daily tasks to department personnel in support of drydocking and ship repair projects, prioritizing efficiency.
• Review and analyze work specifications, develop plans to execute work, and memorialize all work performed in written condition reports to the satisfaction of on-site customer representative.
• Interface with project managers and other trade supervisors to coordinate the efficient completion of mechanical projects.
• Physically supervise all ongoing work and provide direction when necessary.
• Execute maintenance program for shipyard fire main pump and boiler.
• Submit daily reports for manpower, identifying work carried out and man hours expended.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• 4 yrs. of preferred experience as a Mechanical Supervisor at a ship repair facility.
• Previous experience with sea valve maintenance and overhaul preferred.
• Ability to work 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (nights and weekends) when needed.
• Strong verbal and written skills required.
• Preferred experience in the use of Microsoft Office suite including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word.
• Use of personal protective equipment such as respirators, hard hats and safety footwear is required.
• Bilingual Spanish skills a plus.
• Pay commensurate with experience.