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OceanWave Maritime; Svalbard; On-site; NOK 146,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

OceanWave Maritime seeks a skilled Handyman Supervisor to lead a team of handymen on Svalbard. You will coordinate daily tasks, schedule work, ensure safety and quality, and liaise with clients to update progress. Experience in supervising trades and strong organizational skills are essential.

The role requires English proficiency; Norwegian is advantageous. A competitive monthly salary starts at $1500, with growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team of handymen.
• Strong leadership and team-motivation skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Good command of English; Norwegian is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign tasks to a team of handymen, ensuring timely completion.
• Plan and organize work schedules considering deadlines and material availability.
• Train new handymen on policies, safety and job-specific skills.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure quality and standards.
• Troubleshoot issues to keep projects on track.
• Maintain records of progress, materials, and labor hours.
• Communicate with clients to understand needs and provide status updates.
• Collaborate with procurement and finance to ensure timely material delivery.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Time management

English proficiency

Norwegian language

Job description

Job Title: Handyman Supervisor

We are hiring a skilled and experienced Handyman Supervisor to oversee our team of handymen in the city of Svalbard. As a Handyman Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the day-to-day activities of our handymen, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and assign tasks to a team of handymen, ensuring that all work is completed within designated timeframes
• Plan and organize work schedules, taking into account factors such as project deadlines, availability of materials, and client requirements
• Train new handymen on company policies, safety procedures, and job-specific skills
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure that all work is being carried out according to company standards
• Troubleshoot issues that may arise during projects and provide solutions to ensure smooth completion
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, materials used, and employee work hours
• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs and provide updates on project status
• Collaborate with other departments such as procurement and finance to ensure timely delivery of materials and proper allocation of resources

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a handyman or similar role in a supervisory capacity
• Excellent knowledge of various handyman tasks such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, etc.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Good communication skills in English (knowledge of Norwegian is an advantage)
• Valid work permit or residency status in Svalbard

We offer competitive salary packages starting at $1500 per month, along with opportunities for growth within the company.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for your interest in this position.