Shipyard Operations Lead — Assistant Foreman

Allen Marine Tours, Inc.; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen Marine Inc. in Sitka, AK is seeking an Assistant Shipyard Foreman to support the Shipyard Foreman in coordinating daily shipyard operations, staffing crews, and maintaining safety and quality.

This on-site role requires hands-on leadership on the shop floor, ability to estimate labor hours and material needs, monitor progress, and report to leadership. This position emphasizes collaboration with department leads and project management to keep work on schedule and aligned with company

Qualifications

• Experience in a shipyard, industrial, manufacturing, or construction environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of shipyard safety practices and industrial operations.
• Basic working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and welding processes.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing operational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Shipyard Foreman with daily coordination of crews, workflow, and task priorities.
• Assist with estimating labor hours, materials, and project needs while supporting budget expectations.
• Support task assignments and coordinate with the Shipyard Foreman and Purchasing Manager to ensure materials, tools, and supplies are available for projects.
• Observe work progress and communicate delays, operational concerns, hazards, or inefficiencies to leadership.
• Maintain an active presence on the shop floor to support productivity, quality, and communication with crews.
• Assist with monitoring project timelines and adjusting priorities as operational needs change.

Skills

Shipyard experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Safety compliance

Job description

Allen Marine Inc. in Sitka, AK is seeking an Assistant Shipyard Foreman to support the Shipyard Foreman in coordinating daily shipyard operations, staffing crews, and maintaining safety and quality.

This on-site role requires hands-on leadership on the shop floor, ability to estimate labor hours and material needs, monitor progress, and report to leadership. This position emphasizes collaboration with department leads and project management to keep work on schedule and aligned with company