Dive Operations Lead: Underwater Construction

Ballard Marine Construction; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ballard Marine Construction seeks a Dive Supervisor to oversee planning and execution of diving operations, prioritizing crew safety and adherence to health, safety, and regulatory standards. Candidates must meet extensive education and certification requirements and bring hands-on diving expertise.

The role demands leadership to direct dive teams, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with project scope and procedures while promoting a culture of safety and accountability across

Qualifications

• Diploma from ADCE Compliant Commercial Dive School is required.
• Current ADCI supervisor certification is required.
• Nitrox endorsement is a plus.
• Current ADCI Compliant Dive Physical (if diving).
• Current First Aid, CPR, AED, and Oxygen administration certifications.
• OSHA 10 Hour – Construction.
• Must own commercial dive gear including helmet, dry suit, and safety equipment.
• CDL Class A permit recommended within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of every member of the dive team.
• Oversee diving operations including underwater construction, maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Direct and assign duties to the diving team and supervise execution.
• Complete daily reports, dive logs, JHAs, dive plans, and inspection results.
• Enforce project scope, schedule, and corporate policies and procedures.

Skills

Grit and resiliency

Comradery and inspirational

Driven and competitive

Trustworthy and respectful

Ownership and accountability

Education

ADCE-compliant commercial dive school diploma

ADCI supervisor certification

Nitrox endorsement

ADCI-compliant Dive Physical

First Aid/CPR/AED/Oxygen

OSHA 10 Hour – Construction

Commercial dive gear competency

CDL (Class A) recommended

Tools

Dive helmet

Dry suit

Hot water suit

Weight belt

Gloves

Thermals

Wet suit

Dive knife

Harness

Bail-out bottle/spares

Job description

Ballard Marine Construction seeks a Dive Supervisor to oversee planning and execution of diving operations, prioritizing crew safety and adherence to health, safety, and regulatory standards. Candidates must meet extensive education and certification requirements and bring hands-on diving expertise.

The role demands leadership to direct dive teams, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with project scope and procedures while promoting a culture of safety and accountability across