Dive Supervisor - Southeast Region

J.F. Brennan Company Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Annual bonus eligibility

Profit-sharing

Job summary

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc.

is seeking an experienced Dive Supervisor to lead commercial diving and marine construction operations throughout the Southeast Region. This is a hands-on field leadership role for an experienced commercial diving professional who can safely lead dive crews, coordinate complex underwater work, and work closely with project teams to successfully execute challenging marine construction projects.

Qualifications

• Completion of a commercial diver training program through an ADCI-accredited institute or applicable military diving program.
• Dive school diploma required.
• Commercial diving experience with demonstrated leadership of dive crews and field operations.
• Current ADCI-compliant dive physical (MD/DO signature).
• Current ADCI Dive Supervisor certification card required.
• Strong knowledge of commercial diving procedures, equipment, safety requirements, and emergency protocols.
• Experience in marine construction or heavy civil construction preferred.
• Ability to lead crews, communicate with project teams, and make decisions in fast-paced field environments.
• Willingness to travel extensively based on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise commercial diving operations in accordance with Brennan policies, ADCI requirements, applicable regulations, and industry best practices.
• Plan and coordinate daily dive operations, including dive plans, crew assignments, equipment needs, job hazard analyses, and pre-dive safety meetings.
• Direct dive crews in the safe and efficient execution of underwater construction, inspection, repair, demolition, installation, and other marine construction activities.
• Maintain responsibility for the safety of dive team members and ensure established diving procedures and emergency protocols are followed.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, field leadership, and clients to understand project requirements and develop effective execution plans.
• Monitor field productivity, schedules, manpower, equipment, and project needs and communicate changes or concerns to project leadership.
• Ensure dive equipment is properly maintained, inspected, documented, and ready for safe operation.
• Complete and maintain required dive logs, safety documentation, daily reports, and other project records.
• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, coaching, and development to divers, tenders, and other members of the dive team.
• Support workforce planning, onboarding, training, and development of dive personnel.
• Build strong relationships with project teams and clients while representing Brennan professionally in the field.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Travel to active commercial diving and marine construction projects throughout the Southeast Region.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Crew leadership

Field operations leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Decision making

Travel willingness

Education

Dive school diploma

ADCI-accredited dive program

Tools

ADCI Dive Supervisor card

Dive physical (ADCI)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Dive Supervisor to lead commercial diving and marine construction operations throughout the Southeast Region.

This is a hands‐on field leadership role for an experienced commercial diving professional who can safely lead dive crews, coordinate complex underwater work, and work closely with project teams to successfully execute challenging marine construction projects.

Dive Supervisor Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise commercial diving operations in accordance with Brennan policies, ADCI requirements, applicable regulations, and industry best practices.


• Plan and coordinate daily dive operations, including dive plans, crew assignments, equipment needs, job hazard analyses, and pre‑dive safety meetings.


• Direct dive crews in the safe and efficient execution of underwater construction, inspection, repair, demolition, installation, and other marine construction activities.


• Maintain responsibility for the safety of dive team members and ensure established diving procedures and emergency protocols are followed.


• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, field leadership, and clients to understand project requirements and develop effective execution plans.


• Monitor field productivity, schedules, manpower, equipment, and project needs and communicate changes or concerns to project leadership.


• Ensure dive equipment is properly maintained, inspected, documented, and ready for safe operation.


• Complete and maintain required dive logs, safety documentation, daily reports, and other project records.


• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, coaching, and development to divers, tenders, and other members of the dive team.


• Support workforce planning, onboarding, training, and development of dive personnel.


• Build strong relationships with project teams and clients while representing Brennan professionally in the field.


• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.


• Travel to active commercial diving and marine construction projects throughout the Southeast Region.


• Other duties as assigned.

Dive Supervisor Qualifications

• Completion of a commercial diver training program through an Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI)-accredited commercial diving technical institute or an applicable military diving program.


• Dive school diploma required.


• Commercial diving experience with demonstrated experience leading dive crews and field operations.


• Current ADCI-compliant dive physical required (MD/DO signature required).


• Current ADCI Dive Supervisor certification card required.


• Strong knowledge of commercial diving procedures, equipment, safety requirements, and emergency protocols.


• Experience in marine construction, underwater construction, or heavy civil construction strongly preferred.


• Ability to effectively lead crews, communicate with project teams, and make sound decisions in fast‑paced field environments.


• Ability and willingness to travel extensively based on project needs.

Additional certifications preferred; must be willing to obtain upon hire:

• First Aid/CPR/AED


• Emergency O2 Provider


• HAZWOPER


• Rigging/Signaling

Who is Brennan?

Since 1919, J.F. Brennan Company (Brennan) has delivered specialized marine construction, environmental remediation, and waterfront infrastructure solutions across the United States. Headquartered in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with additional offices throughout the country, we support complex projects from coast to coast with a strong commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and teamwork.

As a family‑owned company, we take pride in building a culture where people are supported, challenged, and empowered to grow. Our teams work on meaningful projects that improve waterways, strengthen infrastructure, and help protect the environment, all while collaborating with talented professionals who care deeply about the work and each other.

At Brennan, you’ll find opportunities to make an impact, contribute new ideas, and build a rewarding career alongside people who are passionate about what they do.

Why Choose Us?

• We are a company voted by our employees as a certified Great Place to Work and recognized by Fortune magazine as a Best Workplace in Construction.


• Our culture sets us apart. We work hard to create an environment where every individual is valued and plays an important role in our success.


• Our commitment to safety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has helped us succeed for more than 100 years.


• We are a family‑focused company committed to providing rewarding careers and competitive compensation.


• We offer an industry‑leading benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) program with company contributions, annual bonus eligibility, and profit‑sharing.

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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