Test and Trials Working Leaderman

Bollinger Shipyards; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bollinger Shipyards is seeking a Test and Trials Working Leaderman (Sea Trials) with strong shipbuilding background to lead craft production and oversee sea-trial operations. The role requires senior hands-on leadership, deep knowledge of craft processes, and the ability to coordinate complex trial activities on vessels.

The ideal candidate has extensive supervisory experience, substantial sea-trials knowledge, and a proven track record in managing multi-discipline teams across welding,

Qualifications

• 7 years shipbuilding experience, or 5 years internal Company experience in a similar role.
• Sea-trials experience or related craft operations.
• Previous supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead craft activities for the assigned workstation during sea-trials.
• Develop and maintain production plans, schedules, budgets, and records.
• Set up, operate, repair, and maintain craft equipment during sea-trials.
• Inspect multiple specialized areas (welding, machining, painting, piping, mechanical, electrical, electronics, alarms, testing).
• Utilize advanced NDE techniques (Thermographic, Fiber Optic, Radiography, PT, MT, UT).
• Supervise and coach craft workers to ensure compliance with marine standards.
• Coordinate with other craft managers to ensure smooth workflows.

Skills

Craft-specific processes

NDE testing

Blueprints reading

Resource planning

Leadership

Team coordination

Travel during trials

Driving record

Tools

NDE equipment

Job description

For nearly a century, Bollinger Shipyards has created a legacy as a leading designer and builder of high-performance marine vessels. We are renowned for delivering top-quality construction, manufacturing, and repair services with a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Test and Trials Working Leaderman (Sea Trials) with at least 7 years of shipbuilding experience, or 5 years of continuous internal Company experience in a similar position. The candidate will lead craft production activities and perform craft-specific operations during shipbuilding and repair functions. The ideal candidate possesses in-depth knowledge of craft-specific processes during sea-trials and exhibits strong leadership skills to successfully coordinate workstation activities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 7 years of shipbuilding experience, or 5 years of continuous internal Company experience in a similar position
• Considerable experience in sea-trials, shipbuilding, or craft-specific operations
• Previous supervisory experience is required

SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of craft-specific processes, techniques, standard marine practices, and general construction/repair specifications
• Proficiency in advanced testing equipment and NDE devices, with the ability to perform inspections beyond visual techniques
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze codes, technical specifications, and advanced blueprints or construction drawings
• Competence in resource planning, workflow scheduling, and workstation management
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, exhibiting high energy levels and maintaining a good attitude
• Ability to work well with other craft managers and team members
• Travel onboard vessels during trials required
• Clean Driving record preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads and coordinates related craft activities for the assigned workstation
• Develops, reviews, and maintains maintenance projects, construction plans, schedules, budgets, and other essential production records
• Sets up, operates, repairs, and maintains craft-specific equipment during sea-trials
• Inspects three or more specialized areas including welding, machining, painting, piping, mechanical, electrical, electronics, alarm systems, and testing
• Utilizes advanced Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) testing techniques including Thermo-graphic, Fiber Optic, Radiographic film, Liquid Penetrate (PT), Magnetic Particle (MT), and Ultrasonic Thickness Gauging (UT)
• Supervises, instructs, and evaluates craft workers to ensure compliance with standard marine practices and general construction specifications
• Interfaces and collaborates effectively with other craft managers to ensure smooth project workflows

WHY BOLLINGER?

• Competitive Pay
• Pay for Skills
• Cutting-Edge Projects
• Positive Work Environment & Company Values

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

Address: Lockport, LA

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Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.