Corrosion Control Training and Safety Manager (Job ID : 4395)

Valkyrie•San Diego, CA

1d•$100,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Valkyrie Enterprises has a need for a Corrosion Control Training and Safety Manager that is responsible for designing, delivering, and managing technical and safety training programs within a dynamic production environment. This role ensures that workforce personnel are highly skilled in marine corrosion mitigation techniques, surface preparation, and coating applications, while maintaining strict compliance with maritime safety standards. Located in San Diego, CA.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 6-8 years of experience in a shipyard, maritime, or heavy industrial environment, with a strong focus on corrosion control, industrial coatings, or safety management.
Must have a proven track record of delivering technical training or safety instruction to adult learners in a construction or industrial setting.
Must be an authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer eligible to teach the OSHA 10-Hour Maritime course.
Must have AMPP (formerly NACE/SSPC) certifications (e.g., Coating Inspector Program, Protective Coating Specialist).
Must have a deep understanding of OSHA 29 CFR 1915 standards and maritime industrial hazards.
Must have familiarity with modern surface preparation methods (hydro-blasting, abrasive blasting) and marine coating systems.
Must have working knowledge of NAVSEA instructions, shipyard operations, WAF/Tag-out protocols, and general AIT contractor regulations.
Must have an advanced proficiency in financial reporting, project forecasting, risk management, and integrated master scheduling tools (e.g., Microsoft Project).
Must have a background in ship repair mechanics, including QA workbook construction, surface preparation, and corrosion control methodologies.
Must have exceptional ability to detect, mitigate, and resolve high-stakes technical, financial, or personnel conflicts across various project sites.
Must have verbal and written communication skills suitable for brief-outs with high-ranking military officials, shipyard executives, and deck-plate personnel.
Must have superior organizational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure industrial environment.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Must have the ability to gain access to private and public shipyards and Naval installations.

Nice To Haves

Prior Navy E-7 to E-9 or O-4 to O5 preferred.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) designation preferred.
Prefer experience using Microsoft Project to write proposals
Previous experience in reading/developing drawings for the navy and MSC ships.
Passport holder preferred.
Knowledge within corrosion control, paintings and top coating.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary instructor for OSHA 10-Hour Maritime (General Industry or Shipyard Employment) courses, ensuring all qualified deck and shop personnel receive appropriate safety credentials.
Develop and facilitate training modules focused on marine corrosion prevention, blasting/painting techniques, non-destructive testing (NDT) basics, and coating inspection standards (e.g., AMPP/NACE/SSPC).
Conduct regular training sessions on critical maritime safety topics, including Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Hazardous Material Handling (HAZCOM).
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of OSHA (29 CFR 1915 - Shipyard Employment), EPA, and Coast Guard regulations to ensure all training content remains compliant.
Track, document, and manage employee training matrices, certifications, and renewals using the company’s Learning Management System (LMS).
Ensure all training documentation is audit-ready for internal safety reviews and external regulatory inspections.
Conduct hands-on evaluations of painters and technicians at the shop or aboard vessels to verify skills and safe practices.
Partner with Production Supervisors and Safety Managers to identify skill gaps and develop targeted remedial training programs.
Review near-miss and incident reports related to blasting and coating operations to adjust training curriculums and prevent future occurrences.