Structural Fitting Training & Testing Instructor

Austal USA; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA is seeking an experienced Training Supervisor to oversee testing and training of structural personnel, develop curricula, and ensure compliance with contract standards. The role includes evaluating training needs, coordinating platforms for entry-level staff, and maintaining instructional materials.

Ideal candidates will have technical credentials and instructional experience, with a focus on safety, process improvement, and teamwork in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or applicable craft certification preferred.
• A minimum of 4 years in Pipe Fitting A Class experience preferred.
• Demonstrate competent craft skills in applicable craft to Technical Training Management.
• Journeyman certification in applicable craft through experience or completion of a certified program preferred.
• As applicable, possess and maintain weld certifications required for craft.
• Possess thorough knowledge of craft procedures.
• Instructional experience is preferred.
• Demonstrate the ability to diagnose and correct issues with applicable craft.
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment and tools in addition to safe operation.
• Basic skills in Microsoft applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint is preferred.
• Must be self-directed, able to take initiative, problem solve, and exercise good independent judgment.
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Austal USA testing and training of structural personnel in accordance with contract standards, criteria and specifications.
• Monitor testing of Austal USA external applicants, to all naval codes, criteria and specifications when applicable.
• Oversee testing and training of Austal USA employees’ promotional testing, certification needs, and general training.
• Facilitate and oversee training platforms for entry-level employees.
• Monitoring, tracking and communicating training related metrics and statistics to MTC Management, partner company personnel and Production.
• Preparation of curriculum and lesson plans, as well as supporting training materials Computation and submission of testing and training results.
• Ability to maintain stock of inventory: coupons, filler material, consumables, etc.
• Basic filing and record keeping.
• Champion company safety rules, procedures and protocols.
• Maintain an environment conducive to training.
• Be open to and assist in continuous improvement of process and procedures.
• Complete documentation of testing and training related activities.
• Demonstrate proper use, care and protection of company equipment.
• Ensure students demonstrate proper use, care and protection of company equipment.
• Commit to the principles of 5S.
• Demonstrate exemplary work ethic.
• Maintain appropriate instructor/student relationships.
• This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive and employee will also perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Self-directed

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technical degree or applicable craft certification

Journeyman certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Austal USA is seeking an experienced Training Supervisor to oversee testing and training of structural personnel, develop curricula, and ensure compliance with contract standards. The role includes evaluating training needs, coordinating platforms for entry-level staff, and maintaining instructional materials.

Ideal candidates will have technical credentials and instructional experience, with a focus on safety, process improvement, and teamwork in a fast-paced shipyard environment.