Fit Out Supervisor

REPORTS TO: Fit Out Foreman

SUPERVISES: Tradesmen, Trades Assistants, and Apprentices

Authorities /

Responsibilities

Personnel

Implement the Ten Fundamentals of Supervision (SUP214).Ensure working environment is conducive to worker comfort and safety.Set and monitor time goals for all tasks to be documented on task cards.Monitor work performance of staff and undertake assessments as required.Enhance and encourage skill development of staff thru OJT.Monitor timekeeping and verify hours.Encourage effective communications and flexibility within the team and gain an understanding of their needs and problems.Provide motivation, maintain a high level of morale and minimize confrontation.Ensure on-the-job training and instruction is provided for trainees and apprentices.Provide feedback to Foreman on performance and recruitment

requirements.

Materials

Plan Material

requirements in conjunction with Foreman.Generate requisitions for Foreman’s approval.Ensure the economic use of materials and consumables to meet targets of quality and material waste elimination.Ensure scrap material and trash are sorted and discarded in appropriate bin or container.

Equipment

Control and maintain records of company equipment and machinery under his control.Ensure regular maintenance of company equipment and machinery is undertaken in conjunction with the relevant Department.Ensure shadow boards are stocked and kept in an orderly fashion.

Safety

Ensure a safe working environment is maintained.Attend to injuries of staff and follow up with the necessary paperwork.

Housekeeping

Ensure a housekeeping procedure is in place and maintained.

Quality Control

Inspect work and ensure quality is maintained during all phases of work.Inspect and sign off all completed work.Implement and maintain quality standards and procedures.Ensure company policies and procedures are understood and adhered to.Identify and record problems and initiate or recommend corrective action by means of the Improvement Reporting System.

Production

Plan future work in conjunction with Foreman.Provide input for production schedules and provide weekly updates.Actively plan and implement production improvements.Ensure every effort is made to reach agreed milestone dates and budgets.Provide input to design and look for continued improvement in both production efficiency and budget conformance.

Qualifications / Knowledge /

Experience

Three To Five Years

experience in marine constructionAble to perform all tasks assigned to tradesmenMust have working knowledge of marine joiner/carpentry, insulation, HVAC and paint.Physical

Requirements

Standing: 25% Sitting: 15% Walking about: 60%

Lift and Carry: 50lbs. for 10% of the day

Hazards: Climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces

Working Conditions: General shipbuilding environment, loud, dusty, hot/cold

Miscellaneous: Proficient in oral, written, and blueprint instructions and interpretationsFamiliar with using a computer (especially Outlook , Excel and Word) is a plus.

TOOLS: Familiar with use and function of power and hand tools.

DIRECTION EXERCISED: Shall direct the work of all tradesmen and assistants on own crew, as well as the work of some other crews as intermittent tasks are being completed.

DISCRETION EXERCISED: Implementation of schedule and adherence to budgets.

LIASES WITH: All other trades, Engineering, Warehouse, Receiving, Surveyors, Human Resources staff.

Additional Guidelines

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:18 years of age or older at time of applicationAble to provide proof of US Person StatusNo felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition dateNo felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition dateWilling to submit to a drug screenWilling to submit to a background check

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal Shall Abide By The

requirements of 41 CFR

60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.