Fitout Foreman

REPORTS TO: Fitout Manager

SUPERVISES: Fitout Supervisors

Authorities / Responsibilities

• Responsible for the implementation of all production schedules, monitoring and maintenance of schedules in conjunction with Supervisors.
• Responsible for the preparation of material take-offs.
• Responsible for the monitoring and maintenance of adequate stock levels in conjunction with ensuring that all materials are ordered and delivered in a timely manner that does not impede the progress of the project.
• Ensuring correct construction procedures are adhered to in compliance with Austal Quality Assurance Standards.
• Responsible for sourcing and distributing information to Supervisors.
• Responsible for liaising with and directing outside contractors.
• Accountable for monitoring resource levels and the distribution of these resources.
• Assisting with maintaining safe working practices and good housekeeping in all areas and ensuring Austal’s Safety Policies and regulations are followed.
• Accountable for ensuring that all supervisors under their control are complying with the Ten Fundamentals of Supervision (SUP214).
• Provide input on a weekly basis at production meetings regarding:
• morale
• safety
• product improvement
• cost savings
• weight savings
• milestone achievement

• Ensure all timesheets are processed and allocated daily.
• Ensure task cards are being used daily and filled out properly.
• Ensure that company policies and procedures are understood and followed, particularly in relation to:
• Health and Safety
• Quality Assurance
• Provide motivation, maintain morale and minimize confrontation.
• Review and recommend on pay rates in conjunction with supervisors to Manager.
• Maintain succession plan within department. Identify key personal and implement training programs as necessary.
  
  

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

• 5 years supervisory experience in marine and/ or industrial construction required.
• Able to perform all tasks associated with Fitout Supervisory position.
• Must have working knowledge of marine joiner/carpentry, insulation, HVAC and paint.
• EVMS (Earned Value Management Systems) experience a plus
• Display a good working knowledge of planning and monitoring.
• Ability to work under pressure and timelines.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and other software products.
• 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.
  
  

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

DIRECTION EXERCISED: Shall direct the work of supervisors as pertained to tasking out crews in conjunction with schedule and budgets.

DISCRETION EXERCISED: Interpretation of blueprints, adherence to schedule and budgets.

LIASES WITH: All other trades and departments, Engineering, Purchasing, Project Management, Planning/Scheduling, and 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 application
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
• Willing to submit to a drug screen
• Willing 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’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.