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Shipyard Area Manager

National City, CA · On-site

Shipyard Area Superintendent - Shipboard Operations & Repair Location: San Diego, CA (Shipyard ... We partner with top-tier shipyards, defense contractors, and industrial operators to place highly ...

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NON LOCAL Outside Machinist Journeyman

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

... shipyard experience preferred; at our San Diego, CA location. PCE is a full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. PCE has garnered a wealth of extensive experience in ...

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Outside Machinist Journeyman

San Diego, CA · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

... shipyard experience preferred; at our San Diego, CA location. PCE is a full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. PCE has garnered a wealth of extensive experience in ...

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Electrician

San Diego, CA · On-site

$26.50 - $36.25/hr

Full service electro-mechanical repair and diesel repair contractor. Garnered a wealth of extensive ... Minimum 6 years of marine and/or shipyard experience. * Ability to obtain / maintain a Department ...

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Contracts Administrator II

National City, CA · On-site

South Bay Sandblasting & Tank Cleaning, Inc. (SBSBTC) is a shipyard-related subcontractor supporting U.S. Navy and prime contractor ship repair efforts. We are seeking a highly driven Contracts ...

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A Shipyard Contractor typically oversees on-site construction and repair activities, coordinates with project managers, subcontractors, and clients, and ensures compliance with safety and engineering standards. Daily tasks often include scheduling work crews, inspecting project progress, managing budgets and materials, and resolving issues that arise during construction. Collaboration with marine engineers, quality control inspectors, and regulatory officials is common to maintain project timelines and standards. The role is both hands-on and managerial, requiring adaptability and strong organizational skills due to the fast-paced and dynamic shipyard environment.

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A Shipyard Contractor is a professional or company hired to perform specialized tasks in a shipyard, such as shipbuilding, repair, maintenance, or refurbishment. They may work on various vessels, including commercial ships, military ships, and offshore structures. Responsibilities can include welding, painting, electrical work, or mechanical repairs. Contractors often follow strict safety and environmental regulations while working in industrial shipyard environments. This role requires technical expertise, physical endurance, and adherence to maritime industry standards.

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Shipyard Area Manager

LEAD Staffing

National City, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Shipyard Area Superintendent – Shipboard Operations & Repair

Location: San Diego, CA (Shipyard)

Position Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: Competitive Salary (DOE) + Benefits Package

Shift: 1st Shift (Flexibility required for shipboard production schedules)

SPECIAL NOTE: This role requires direct experience working inside a shipyard environment on naval or commercial vessel repairs/new construction. Candidates without marine/shipyard background will not be considered.

ABOUT LEAD STAFFING
LEAD Staffing is a national leader in marine, shipyard, and commercial trade staffing. We partner with top-tier shipyards, defense contractors, and industrial operators to place highly skilled craftspeople and operational leaders into critical roles across the country.

POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Shipyard Area Superintendent to oversee ship construction and repair operations within assigned shipboard zones at a major shipyard facility in San Diego, CA.
In this role, you will be directly accountable for managing shipboard production trade execution, subcontractor coordination, safety compliance, quality assurance, schedule adherence, and cost efficiency. As the primary operational lead for your assigned vessel area, you will bridge the gap between skilled production trades, ship managers, planning, engineering, and customer representatives (including NAVSEA and Ship’s Force).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Shipboard Production Leadership: Oversee daily trade activities, sequencing, and workflow in assigned shipboard zones; ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
  • Safety & Environmental Standards: Manage ship-wide safety, housekeeping, and environmental compliance; ensure strict adherence to OSHA Maritime and shipyard safety protocols.
  • Trade & Subcontractor Coordination: Resolve conflicting trade priorities, coordinate resource allocation with Trade General Supervisors, and direct marine subcontractor activities.
  • Schedule & Budget Control: Monitor project milestones, anticipate schedule/budget deviations, and implement proactive corrective action plans.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Quality Assurance, Planning, Contracts, Material Control, Warehousing, Test & Trials, and Engineering to maintain project momentum.
  • NAVSEA & Regulatory Compliance: Understand and administer NAVSEA Standard Items (for repair availabilities), WAFs, and LOTO; interface directly with customer representatives and regulatory bodies.
  • Reporting & Process Improvement: Provide structured progress reports, lessons learned, and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to senior leadership to drive productivity improvements on ongoing and follow-on hulls.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS (Shipyard Experience Mandatory)
  • Mandatory Field Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of supervisory or operations experience directly within a major shipbuilding or ship repair facility (U.S. Navy surface/sub surface, commercial repair, or defense shipyard).
  • Technical Maritime Knowledge: Deep working knowledge of ship systems, trade responsibilities (welders, pipefitters, electricians, shipfitters), line management, and shipboard repair practices.
  • NAVSEA & Vessel Standards: Practical, working understanding of NAVSEA Standard Items, Work Authorization Forms (WAFs), and shipboard Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) processes.
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED required; formal maritime academy, trade school, or U.S. Navy/Coast Guard background is a strong plus.
  • Communication & Leadership: Excellent written/verbal communication skills with proven success writing progress reports and managing trade conflicts under tight availability timelines.
  • Shipyard Access: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and obtain/maintain required shipyard access credentials (e.g., DBIDS / SECNAV).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Must be able to spend up to 60% of time in an outdoor shipyard environment across all weather conditions.
  • Capable of climbing scaffolding, stairs, and vertical ladders; transiting through manholes () and tight, confined, or congested shipboard spaces.
  • Comfortable working at elevated heights (12'+) aboard vessels under construction or repair.
  • Physical agility to bend, stoop, crouch, reach, and lift/maneuver on uneven surfaces.
  • Ability to work in noisy production environments (requiring standard PPE including steel-toe boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection).
BENEFITS
  • Health insurance
  • 6 Paid holidays
  • 40 Hours of Paid sick leave
*The benefits listed above are subject to eligibility requirements*

To see a list of more available jobs, please visit www.leadstaff.com/jobs/

HOW TO APPLY
Ready to lead major shipboard operations in San Diego?

Call: (619) 468-2372
Email Resume: leadmarine@leadstaff.com

Apply Online: www.leadstaff.com

ABOUT LEAD STAFFING
Lead Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety and to provide long term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees.

LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Company Description

“At LEAD, your career is our top priority. As a leading recruiting partner, we're dedicated to connecting talented job seekers with exciting opportunities and rewarding careers across a variety of dynamic industries. Our team takes the time to understand our employee's unique skills, experience, and professional goals. We then leverage our extensive network and industry expertise to match them with the perfect fit - whether that's a short-term project, long-term contract, or a permanent role. Employee's don't just settle for just any job - they partner with LEAD and unlock a world of rewarding possibilities for themselves. Apply today and let us help you find the perfect fit.”