Mechanical Foreman (Production)

Kuok (Singapore) Limited; Singapore; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the shipbuilding sector is seeking a dedicated individual with a strong background in marine machinery and ship repair. This role demands excellent leadership skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure. You will be responsible for ensuring safety practices are followed while coordinating tasks with your team. If you are self-motivated and possess a keen understanding of technical drawings, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute significantly to exciting projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in shipbuilding and repair.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and marine systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete jobs within assigned timeframes ensuring productivity.
• Assist supervisors in managing manpower and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Technical Drawing Understanding

Marine Machinery Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Safety Practices

Job description

Position Summary

• Follow work schedule given by supervisor.
• Organise and plan required tools, manpower and equipment before commencement of work.
• Ensure jobs are done safely without any accidents occurring.
• Complete works within the given schedule & within allocated budget
• Perform & Maintain highest quality as per work instruction.
• Performed team works and maintain good communication with other trades

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Complete given jobs within the assigned timeframe, which ensures productivity and cost-effectiveness is maintained.
• Able to follow instructions given by supervisor.
• Able to work together and lead the Team
• Carry out risk assessment briefing before commencement of work and make sure tradesmen adheres to the safe work procedures.
• Organise required tools and equipment in advance before starting work.
• Assist supervisors in preparing and requesting all permits to work in accordance with yard’s safety procedures.
• Assist supervisors in managing manpower for given jobs.
• Have a good understanding of all jobs assigned by supervisors.
• Monitor & report progress of the job attentively.
• Maintain good safety practices within the group.
• Coordinate with other trades for sequential workflow for smooth job transition.
• When encountering a problem that affects the workflow, discuss with supervisor immediately on how to overcome the problem.
• Contribute constructing ideas on how to overcome problems faced to ensure productivity and efficiency is maintained.
• Ensure safety, discipline and welfare of subordinates are taken care of.
• Assist supervisor to commission, test and troubleshoot new and existing ship system as per class and owner’s requirements.
• When solutions are given to overcome problems faced during work, strictly comply to ensure no unnecessary risks or problems arises.

• 3 years and above of relevant experience in ship building & Ship repair industry
• Able to understand technical drawings
• Must have good knowledge on Marine Machinery /system works
• Self-initiative and highly motivated able to work with high stress environment
• Possesses good leadership skills to lead and supervise persons under their charge.
• Able to speak and write in proper English fluently.