Shipboard Supervisor

Waveforce Electrical, LLC.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Waveforce Electrical is seeking a Shipboard Supervisor to oversee electrical/electronic ship repair projects in Norfolk, VA. You will lead the shipboard team, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and contractual requirements.

Ideal candidates have five years of shipboard electrical management experience, knowledge of NAVSEA standards, and the ability to obtain government access. A valid license and up to 25% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Five years of management experience in shipboard electrical installation and repair.
• Knowledge of NAVSEA Standards and ABS guidelines.
• Familiarity with EIMB, EPISM and Electrical MIL standards.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent; U.S. Citizenship required.
• Valid license and ability to obtain government access and DBIDS when required.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical/electronic trades personnel appropriate to size of projects.
• Monitor and track project and operational goals related to technical progress, schedule, quality, safety.
• Identify out-of-scope work and notify project management for changes.
• Prepare and close CFRs and necessary reports.
• Interface with prime contractor customers to align expectations.
• Ensure safety and quality procedures comply with local requirements and are followed.
• Enforce company policies by personnel under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and applicable laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with NAVSEA and other standards bodies as required.

Skills

Shipboard project management

Electrical installation leadership

NAVSEA standards knowledge

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

NAVSEA Standard Items

ABS guidelines

EIMB/EPISM standards

Electrical MIL standards

Job description

Shipboard Supervisor

Hourly Non-Exempt Position

Location

Norfolk, VA

About Us

Waveforce Electrical is a small but growing business specializing in electrical / electronic ship repair, maintenance and modernization serving private and public shipyards and primarily Government customers. We are dedicated to delivering top-quality services to our clients, ensuring their vessels are maintained to the highest standards. Our team is composed of skilled professionals who are passionate about maritime services and committed to excellence.

Position Overview

The Shipboard Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing all technical, schedule, and the shipboard work force associated with assigned ship repair projects. This role requires a detail-oriented and strategic individual who can manage ship repair projects while maintaining compliance with technical, safety and quality standards. The Shipboard Supervisor will work closely with other Shipboard Supervisors and Project Managers to monitor and report progress status.Preferably experience with installations including MCS/DCS and Digital Fuel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical/electronic trades personnel appropriate to size of projects

• Monitor and track project and operational goals to include established objectives relating to technical progress, schedule, quality, safety or other objectives

• Identify out-of-scope work and notify the project management team for program changes

• Write required and / or otherwise necessary conditions found reports (CFRs), track and bring to conclusion

• Interface with prime contractor customers

• Ensure safety and quality procedures are in compliance with local requirements and are followed

• Ensure company policies are followed by all personnel under your supervision

• Ensure compliance with customer contracts, federal, state and local laws and regulations

• Ensure compliance with EIMB, EPISM and Electrical MIL standards as applicable
  Experience Requirements

• Five (5) years’ experience in management of shipboard electrical installation and repair services

• Understanding of NAVSEA Standard Items, ABS and other industry related guidelines as applicable to various programs

• Understanding of EIMB, EPISM and Electrical MIL standards

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must have a valid license
  Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass Waveforce Electrical pre-employment drug and background screening.

• Must be able to obtain government facility and/or shipyard access, to include a DBIDS credential, as required by work locations

• Ability to travel if required (estimated travel <25%)
  Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and other insurance.

• Retirement savings plan

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.