Pipe Supervisor (Ship Repair)

Job Description

Job Description

Pipe Supervisor oversees pipe repair, installation, modification, and testing activities supporting ship repair and modernization projects. This role is responsible for directing pipe crews, coordinating daily production activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and maintaining safe and efficient operations aboard Navy and commercial vessels. Work is performed in active shipyard environments where leadership, planning, and technical pipefitting knowledge are critical to project success. Assignments are project-based and may continue based on performance and contract demand, with the potential for long-term placement or permanent hire with select clients.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pipefitting crews performing installation, repair, modification, and maintenance of shipboard piping systems.
• Plan and coordinate daily work assignments to meet project schedules, production goals, and customer requirements.
• Review drawings, specifications, work packages, and technical instructions to ensure work is performed correctly.
• Monitor crew productivity, workmanship, and adherence to quality standards throughout all phases of work.
• Coordinate with Production, Project Management, Quality Control, and other trades to support efficient project execution.
• Oversee system testing, inspections, and turnover activities as required by project specifications.
• Conduct daily safety meetings and ensure compliance with shipyard, OSHA, and customer safety requirements.
• Identify production obstacles and implement corrective actions to minimize delays and maintain schedule commitments.
• Verify material availability, equipment needs, and workforce requirements for assigned projects.
• Maintain accurate reporting of manpower, project progress, production status, and completion milestones.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of ship repair pipefitting experience with demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of shipboard piping systems, pipe fabrication, installation, repair, and testing procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, piping drawings, isometrics, work packages, and technical specifications.
• Experience coordinating multiple crews and managing production schedules in a shipyard environment.
• Working knowledge of pipe system testing, inspections, and quality control processes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to direct personnel in fast-paced production environments.
• Must be able to obtain base access (DBIDS) as required by the military installation.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and variable shifts based on production requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising pipe repair projects aboard Navy vessels.
• Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items, military specifications, and ship repair procedures.
• OSHA 10 Maritime, OSHA 30, or equivalent safety training.
• Experience with hydrostatic testing, flushing, system restoration, and shipboard commissioning activities.
• Prior experience managing large pipefitting crews on complex repair or modernization projects.

Additional Information

Work is performed aboard vessels, in dry docks, and in industrial shipyard environments supporting Navy and commercial repair operations. Duties may involve confined or elevated spaces and active production areas. Exposure to industrial noise, energized systems, dust, fumes, and environmental conditions is expected; respiratory protection may be required based on task or location. PPE is required in accordance with site safety policies. Work schedules may include overtime, nights, weekends, and variable shifts based on production needs. Reliable transportation is required to report to assigned shipyard or project locations.

Venture Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.