Dive Supervisor

Coastal Engineering, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Engineering, LLC seeks an experienced Dive Supervisor to oversee underwater construction projects along the East Coast. You will collaborate with the Project Manager to establish scope, logistics, and mode of operations, and you will manage the dive team, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires extensive field experience, advanced certifications, and the ability to train and supervise others.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry experience with diving operations.
• Dive Diploma from an ADCI-accredited institution is required.
• OSHA 30-hour safety training is required.
• Boat license and TWIC card are required or able to obtain.
• Confined space and fall arrest certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to define scope, logistics, and operations.
• Lead and manage the dive team and ensure the safety of all members.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EM-385, and ADCI regulations.
• Maintain daily reports of dive activities.
• Lead and execute underwater construction projects.
• Communicate with Project Managers and clients/stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Diving expertise

Safety leadership

Project supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

Dive Diploma (ADCI)

OSHA 30-hour certificate

Boat License

Confined space / fall arrest certification

TWIC card

Job description

Coastal Engineering is a specialized VOSB marine construction firm delivering complex, high-quality waterfront and underwater infrastructure projects along the East Coast. We are driven by a commitment to innovation, safety, sustainability, and executional excellence.

Job Duties

• Collaborate with the Project Manager to establish a clear scope of work, logistics, and mode of operations.
• Manage dive team and responsible for the safety of each member.
• Ensure understanding and compliance with OSHA, EM-385, and ADCI regulations.
• Maintain daily reports.
• Lead and perform underwater construction projects.
• Communicate with Project Managers and some communication with clients/stakeholders.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry experience (7+ considered with strong qualifications)
• Dive Diploma from an ADCI-accredited diving educational institution
• OSHA 30-hour certificate
• Boat License
• Confined space / fall arrest certification
• Ability to obtain or currently hold a valid TWIC card
• Expert at all diving tasks
• Expert in the operation and troubleshooting of all life support equipment
• Qualified vessel operator
• Able to manage projects
• Able to teach and supervise others, including proper techniques for setting up and operating dive stations and support equipment
• Qualify as a diver on an EM-385 Dive Plan

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) or more current extended trainings, such as:
• NHI 2-week Bridge Inspection
• ASDSO Dam Safety
• NCCCO Rigger
• Captain's License
• Additional advanced certifications or specialized training

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