Shipfitter Loft Journeyperson

Tidewater Staffing; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled individual to design and create workstation drawings for Navy Ships and commercial projects. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of ship terminology and blueprint reading, alongside a strong ability to interpret job specifications. Candidates should possess a high school degree or GED, with vocational training preferred, and significant experience in the maritime environment. The work environment can be challenging, varying from office conditions to outdoor settings, requiring the use of personal protective equipment. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to vital projects and ensure safety and quality in ship repairs.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related experience, including time in a maritime environment.
• Experience as a loftsperson within the last 3 years or lofting vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Perform ship checks and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Interpret structural drawings and provide quality work as required.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Ship Repair Terminology

Mathematical Skills

Interpreting Job Specifications

Communication Skills

Education

High School Degree or GED

Vocational Training in Related Field

Tools

Fabricating Machines

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Job Description: This position is responsible for performing, with minimal supervision, tasks associated with designing and creating workstation drawings for the fabrication of components and assemblies that are used for alterations and repairs on Navy Ships, Military Sealift Command, and commercial projects.

The position requires a comprehensive understanding of ship terminology, blueprint reading, measurements, and the ability to interpret job specifications and drawings. The qualifications and general capabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability desired by the shipyard.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. High school degree or equivalent (GED), or completion of vocational training (certificate) in a related field.
2. Six (6) years of related experience, three (3) of which were in the maritime environment.
3. Must have held the position of loftsperson within the last three (3) years or completed lofting vocational training.
4. Must have some experience repairing and installing structural plates and shapes, and foundations on ships.

QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Accomplish ship checks as required.
2. Have a comprehensive understanding of ship repair terminology and ship compartment location nomenclature.
3. Understand the operation of fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, presses, forming rolls and routers.
4. Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, sketches, and specifications.
5. Ability to interpret appropriate sections of NAVSEA, ABS, Coast Guard standards and manufacturer’s tech manuals.
6. Ability to comprehend instructions, drawings, and general correspondence.
7. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Must understand the US customary and metric measurement systems.
8. Understand the principle of balancing air systems including taking proper readings and documenting the results.
9. Ability to write comprehensive Condition Found Reports (CFR) describing the material condition of the ship as it pertains to the assigned work item, and provide recommended corrective action.
10. Ability to effectively confer job related information to the structural supervisor, improvers, and helpers.
11. Must be physically and medically capable of wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the job as prescribed under OSHA standards. PPE includes hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.
12. Comply with OSHA standards and BAE best safety practices.
13. Arrive at the designated work site at the assigned time and end the shift as directed by the schedule and your supervisor.
14. Work shifts and overtime as assigned.
15. Keeping the work area clean and safe at all times, especially at the end of the shift.
16. Complete daily work assignments and provide status of unfinished work for shift turnover.
17. Provide quality work and Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) as required by the work specifications or assigned by the supervisor.
18. Comply with the Company’s “Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy” which expects that all relationships among persons in the workplace will be businesslike and free of bias, prejudice, and harassment.
19. Carry out written and verbal instructions.
20. Resolve unexpected events related to your assigned task in a professional manner.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The working environment in the shipyard varies from normal office conditions to working outside where precipitation, wind, extreme cold, and extreme heat and high humidity are not unusual. When working inside of vessels the environment may be smoky, hot or cold, and have low levels of illumination may be present. There are heavy equipment and power tools operating almost at every location. Depending on the type of work available, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job requirements.

Personnel can expect to work in a variety of spaces from confined areas accessible only by manholes to high platforms accessible only by scaffolding or ladders. Work may also be accomplished using mechanical lifts as working platforms. The noise level in the shipyard environment is usually loud, especially inside of vessels. The noise encountered in the shop is generally low to moderate. The wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment is mandatory. There is always the potential of falling objects and personnel are occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts during work. Appropriate PPE must always be worn.