Shipyard Foreman — Temp Services Lead (Norfolk)

Nassco; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking a Temp Services Foreman to lead a crew of 8-30 mechanics in a ship repair environment. The role requires safety, quality, schedule, and budget oversight with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications include a BA/BS with 2 years (or AA/AS with 4 years) related experience, or 8 years in ship building/repair. Travel and outdoor work are required; CAC/RapidGate eligibility is a plus.

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus 2 years in a related field or AA/AS plus 4 years directly related experience or 8 years directly related ship building/ship repair experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of production processes, methods, quality, and technology.
• Capable in Microsoft products.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• On-site deck-plate leader for the trade, working with a team of typically 8-30 mechanics to accomplish production activities.
• Plans and projects manpower requirements to support Production / Program Management activities.
• Develops daily work assignments and expectations for production workforce.
• Inspects every job by every mechanic upon completion to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Ship repair knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

BA/BS + 2 years

AA/AS + 4 years

8 years related ship building/ship repair experience

Job description

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking a Temp Services Foreman to lead a crew of 8-30 mechanics in a ship repair environment. The role requires safety, quality, schedule, and budget oversight with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications include a BA/BS with 2 years (or AA/AS with 4 years) related experience, or 8 years in ship building/repair. Travel and outdoor work are required; CAC/RapidGate eligibility is a plus.