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Southwest Shipyard

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Accounts Payable Manager

Channelview, TX · On-site

$75K/yr

Southwest Shipyard owns and operates four (4) shipyards in South Texas with direct deep-water ... payable operations within an integrated ERP environment. WORK SCHEDULE Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5 ...

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Bowhead

Shipyard Industrial Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Bowhead seeks an Industrial Engineer to join our team in providing program management support in a ... Operations Research a plus * Shipyard experience preferred including Machine Shop, or Factory ...

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Red Badge Firewatch/Tankwatch

Portsmouth, VA

$27.75/hr

Supporting overall shipyard operations DUTIES: Fire Watch (FW): * Monitor hot work areas to prevent ... Act as spotters to manage pedestrian and vehicle safety * Follow all Shipyard, OSHA, and safety ...

Philly Shipyard

Cost Control Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Participate in financial and operational audits, providing data and documentation as required ... Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO-FREE facility. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described ...

Philly Shipyard

Cost Control Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Participate in financial and operational audits, providing data and documentation as required ... Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO-FREE facility. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described ...

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How much do operations manager shipyard jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for operations manager shipyard in the United States is $63,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $77,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Operations Manager Shipyard vs Production Supervisor Shipyard?

AspectOperations Manager ShipyardProduction Supervisor Shipyard
ResponsibilitiesOversees overall shipyard operations, strategic planning, resource managementManages daily production activities, supervises workers, ensures project deadlines
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, management, or related field; certifications like PMP are commonHigh school diploma or technical training; experience in shipbuilding or manufacturing
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with site visits, strategic meetings, coordinationOn-site supervision of production lines and workers
Industry UsageUsed in large shipyards managing multiple projects and teamsUsed in shipyard production areas focusing on specific projects or sections

The Operations Manager Shipyard focuses on overall management and strategic planning, while the Production Supervisor Shipyard handles daily production tasks and team supervision. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and responsibilities.

Infographic showing various Operations Manager Shipyard job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,456 per year, or $30.5 per hour.
Operations Machinery Manager

Operations Machinery Manager

Foss Maritime

Port Saint Joe, FL • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Operations Machinery Manager - New Build
The Operations Machinery Manager is primarily responsible for reviewing, advising and reporting to the Owner Representatives on the quality of construction of machinery, systems and related spaces of the Dolphin Plus class vessels under construction at Eastern Shipbuilding. Owner Representatives include the onsite Project Manager, onsite project team and Program Manager - New Construction at Foss. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to supporting outfitting and spares procurement, preparations for each vessel's mobilization, and preparation for each vessel's entry into service.
This is a full-time position that will continue through the duration of the project contract with an anticipated conclusion on or before April 1, 2027. At the mutual discretion of the Project Manager and OM Manager, this position will be reclassified as part-time with an NDA in place.
Essential Functions related to construction of four new Dolphin Plus class vessels:
  • Review vessel installations of machinery, systems, and related onboard spaces. Report operational issues or deficiencies per the shipyard contract, design information and applicable regulations to the Owner Representatives.
  • Advise the Owner Representatives of potential operational issues with design or construction of vessel arrangements and systems.
  • Advise Owner Representatives on issues and questions related to vessel operations, crew habitability and related topics.
  • Support Owner Representatives with review and recommendations on commissioning, testing and trials procedures. Support the Owner Representatives with vessel commissioning, testing and trials oversight as requested.
  • Participate in or lead reviewing, updating, ordering, receiving, managing and loading on board spares, outfitting and documentation items necessary for operations.
  • Create or assist in creating vessel documentation necessary for safe operation of vessels in accordance with industry, regulatory and company requirements.
  • Support preparations for vessels to be repositioned after shipyard delivery.
  • Support handover of information and other preparations for vessels to enter into service at each vessel's operating port.
  • For significant periods of time this position will be operating in Florida, traveling between the Allanton and Port St. Joe facilities of Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc. This will require a hands-on approach in completing assigned duties. These are not the only locations work may be required.
  • Travel is required to and from all work locations. Travel and onsite attendance costs will be paid in accordance with company travel policies.

Knowledge Of:
  • Operations, maintenance and repair of marine vessel systems operations, especially tugboat operations.
  • Regulations applicable to tugboat construction and operations.
  • Crew habitability needs of tugboats.

Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of the maritime industry required.
  • Familiarity with health, safety, environmental principles in marine construction, transportation and project operations.
  • Familiarity with industry best practices, customer vetting requirements, and regulatory compliance related to marine and industrial project activities.
  • Ability to communicate technical/complex information to non-technical people both verbally and in writing. Comfortable communicating to all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperation, understanding, trust and credibility.
  • Ability to meet budget requirements and track/contain expenses.
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and accomplish work through others.

Minimum Qualifications: This position generally requires a Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in marine transportation, mechanical engineering, science & technology, or a related field and/or 7+ years related experience; advanced knowledge of the project area; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working onboard tugboats is required, and licensing as a chief engineer is highly preferred.
Working Conditions: Approximately 25%-50% of the work is conducted in a normal office environment; the remaining 50%-75% is performed in the field around the vicinity of heavy equipment. May be required to work more than a normal workweek, including weekends.
Physical/Mental Demands: Requires the ability to sit at a desk for extended periods of time and perform typical work in an office environment. For vessels and project onsite work or visits, the ability to climb ladders and over bulwarks, enter confined spaces, work around operating machinery, and perform duties while on board moving vessels is necessary. Ability to move between buildings, ascend/descend stairs and go outdoors in all kinds of weather. Overtime work is required as necessary, including overnight travel and on-call status.

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