Commercial Dive Supervisor for Marine Construction Company, Docks, Salvage, Moorings

The Dive Supervisor at Pepperrell Cove Marine Services (PCMS) is responsible for the safe planning, coordination, and execution of all diving operations. This role oversees commercial dive teams in support of marine construction, dock/mooring services, construction, salvage, and related underwater services. The Dive Supervisor ensures that all operations meet PCMS standards, Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) guidelines, and applicable federal and state regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and supervise dive teams during all underwater operations.
• Conduct pre-dive planning, risk assessments, and safety briefings.
• Ensure all diving equipment is properly inspected, maintained, and operational prior to use.
• Maintain accurate dive logs, project records, and compliance documentation.
• Monitor diver performance, bottom time, and decompression obligations.
• Implement and enforce safety standards and emergency response procedures.
• Mentor and support junior divers and tenders to build skill and competence.
• Oversee mobilization and demobilization of dive projects, equipment, and support vessels.

Qualifications

• ADCI-certified Dive Supervisor (Inshore or Offshore, as appropriate).
• Minimum of [5] years commercial diving experience with at least [2] years in supervisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of diving physics, physiology, and decompression procedures.
• Experience with underwater construction, inspection, welding, cutting, salvage, or related marine services.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and O₂ administration.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in New England marine environments (tides, currents, cold water).
• Familiarity with PCMS’s core services, including pile driving, salvage, docks/mooring support.
• Additional certifications (e.g., OSHA, rigging, confined space, surface supply air diving).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in demanding marine environments, including adverse weather, confined spaces, and variable underwater conditions.
• Capability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. and perform physically strenuous tasks.

Job Type: Full-time, hourly

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Gym membership and clothing allowance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portsmouth, NH 03801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40 - $45