Shipyard Welding Foreman

SHIPYARD WELDING FOREMAN

Tampa, FL

Job Details

The Welding Foremen is responsible for supervising welding activities, ensuring safety compliance, coordinating workflow, and maintaining quality standards. They will manage a team of welders and ensure the completion of welding projects efficiently on time and within budget in support of the ship repair/industrial fabrication operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead welding projects, ensuring work is performed to the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Ensure compliance with ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) and USCG (United States Coast Guard) regulations.
• Supervise and mentor welding staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Oversee the preparation and execution of dry docking for barges and tugs, ensuring all processes meet industry standards.
• Conduct regular safety and compliance audits, acting as the Shipyard Competent Person.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to optimize project outcomes.
• Implement and maintain best practices for welding and fabrication processes.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Shipyard/Welding Leadman or similar role.
• Minimum 5 years of Maritime Experience
• Certification as a Shipyard Competent Person.
• In-depth knowledge of ABS/USCG regulations.
• Experience with Barge and Tug Dry dockings.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications:

• Fabrication
• Management
• 5 years
• Continuous improvement
• Team management
• Welding
• Senior level
• Leadership
• Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed