9TS182-Chief Inspector

Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailChief Inspector &8211 FMMPurpose of JobThe Chief Inspector is responsible for providing leadership guidance and shipbuilding expertise to a team of inspectors that will verify quality and workmanship at Fincantieri Marinette Marine FMM in support of the Medium Landing Ship LSM program one of the most consequential and complex shipbuilding programs in the country. This individual will play a critical role as part of TOTE Services Vessel Construction Manager VCM team. This individual will report directly to the TOTE Services Project Manager &8211 FMM.With support from the Project Manager the Chief Inspector will be responsible for demonstrating a deep commitment to safety by implementing supporting and adhering to a shipyard safety program that aligns with TOTE Services core values and organizational objectives. The position will be working closely with shipyard supervisors QC production labor and their subcontractors including ABS to conduct tests and inspections to demonstrate strict adherence to contract requirements and performance standards. The Chief Inspector will also be responsible for independently evaluating the shipbuilders construction progress against published schedules.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of progressive multi-disciplinary shipbuilding experience preferably with commercial and U.S. Government construction programs with demonstrated expertise all facets of ship construction and delivery.At TOTE Services we value hard work integrity and an unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service. We invest in our people by providing access to a broad range of training and development programs along with meaningful opportunities for career growth. While our teams support some of the nations most complex and demanding maritime projects we are equally committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance recognizing that the long-term success of our company depends on the well-being of our employees.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Chief Inspector will represent TOTE Services in all aspects of construction oversight during vessel fabrication including panel assembly block erection surface preparation and coating machinery and equipment installation outfitting electrical and onboard safety systems. This individual will manage a team of inspectors and is expected to carry-out the following fundamental dutiesPromote the TOTE Services safety culture and adhere to all safety guidelines while conducting daily inspection activities. Make safety a priority in everything we do.Lead the weekly safety meetings and support the onsite team with communicating safety issues to the shipyard.Provide daily supervision and guidance to a team of inspectors and subject matter experts to verify quality workmanship and contract compliance during all stages of vessel construction.Validate proposed design changes and assist with the resolution of technical issues.Support the development and execution of a robust Test and Inspection Plan and propose strategies for efficient production oversight.Serve as the primary liaison between TOTE and applicable regulatory bodies including ABS.Independently evaluate the shipbuilders progress against the published schedule and provide recurring status updates to the Project Manager and the Government.Report on all aspects of vessel construction and maintain detailed record-keeping of inspection reports and other key documents.Work with Project Managers and Chief Inspectors at other shipbuilders building the LSMs to share lessons-learned and provide consistent processes and level-of-service to the Government across a multi-shipyard construction program.Coordinate with TOTE Services Quality Control Manager QCM to conduct internal and external shipyard audits in accordance with the requirements of the VCM prime contract.Perform general supervisory duties including evaluation and selection of candidates for the onsite inspection team performance evaluations resource coordination training support and resolution of employee complaints.Support the continued improvement of VCM processes and procedures to streamline administrative efforts and enhance the quality of deliverables provided to the Customer.This position will be required to travel via all modes of transportation within the Continental U.S. and potential overseas facilities. Ability to obtain a government-issued passport is required.Secondary Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Chief Inspector may be required to perform additional duties pertaining to the VCM or could be asked to provide subject matter expertise in support of other programs within the organization as necessary.AuthorityJudgmentDisclosureFinancial ResponsibilityAuthority Selections

Limited supervision. Work is performed to a large extent on own responsibility after assignment with some choice of method. Occasionally develops own method.Judgment Decisions

Mistakes and errors in judgment are serious in nature causing considerable loss of money production time or adversely affecting customer relations.Disclosure of Information Selections

This position involves regular work with some information which if disclosed might have adverse internal effect or objectionable outside results.Financial Responsibility Selections

Purchases supplies necessary for performance of personal or immediate work groups job functions.SkillsMinimum Qualifications10 years of related experience in new construction shipbuilding.Vessel operational experience preferred.Proficient in shipbuilding best-practices techniques and production planning.Broad marine technical knowledge with a general understanding of advanced concepts and principles of marine engineering.Ability to read and comprehend government contract documents.Significant recent experience with ABS andor one of the major marine Classification Societies.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs including Microsoft Project.EducationBachelors Degree in Naval Architecture Marine Engineering Construction Management or equivalent field.Physical Requirements of the PositionLight work Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally andor up to 10 pounds of force frequently andor a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.Visual Requirements of the PositionVisual requirement equal to that for clerical administrative whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures accounting transcription computer terminal extensive reading etc.Equal Opportunity EmployerTOTE Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer &8211 Affirmative Action and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. TOTE Service is a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.Explore transportation and logistics industry job opportunities from Hawaii to Alaska

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