Shipyard Rigging Operations Lead

Darwin Recruitment; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Rigging Manager to lead day-to-day rigging operations in a demanding shipyard environment. The role oversees personnel, equipment, project execution, safety, scheduling, and budgets, ensuring work is completed efficiently and in compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong rigging knowledge, supervisory experience, and excellent communication skills, capable of coordinating multiple teams in outdoor

Qualifications

• Valid rigging license.
• 5+ years of rigging experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong working knowledge of rigging methods, lifting equipment, load handling and safety practices.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and manage skilled trade personnel.
• Experience planning manpower, equipment, schedules, and resources across multiple projects.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and maritime, shipyard, or industrial safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, train, and mentor rigging personnel while maintaining safety, productivity, and workmanship.
• Plan and coordinate rigging activities, including manpower, equipment, materials, schedules, and project requirements.
• Oversee daily rigging operations and ensure work is executed efficiently and in accordance with procedures.
• Inspect, maintain, and monitor rigging equipment to ensure it remains safe and compliant.
• Coordinate rigging activities with project management, production, engineering, safety, and other departments.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, labor regulations, maritime standards, and company safety procedures.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, labor utilization, and resource allocation to support objectives.
• Maintain accurate records related to equipment, personnel, safety, schedules, budgets, and project activities.
• Work with customers, project managers, and stakeholders to resolve issues and meet deadlines.
• Respond to operational challenges and emergencies to protect personnel, equipment, and project performance.

Skills

Rigging knowledge

Supervisory experience

Strong communication

Planning manpower

Project coordination

Safety practices

Job description

Darwin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Rigging Manager to lead day-to-day rigging operations in a demanding shipyard environment. The role oversees personnel, equipment, project execution, safety, scheduling, and budgets, ensuring work is completed efficiently and in compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong rigging knowledge, supervisory experience, and excellent communication skills, capable of coordinating multiple teams in outdoor