Dive Manager

Garney Construction • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Dive Manager manages Garney Marine’s commercial diving operations, including personnel, equipment, training, safety, and compliance. Working closely with project and operations leadership, this role supports the safe and successful execution of marine construction projects and the continued growth of the diving program. Initially, the manager oversees a team of 10 or more commercial divers and support personnel and develops the people, processes, and structure to support growth across multiple regions and projects. The incumbent serves as Garney Marine’s subject matter expert for commercial diving operations, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, training, and employee development in alignment with Garney’s Goals & Philosophies.

Requirements

• ADCI Dive Supervisor Certification.
• 10 or more years of commercial diving experience.
• 5 or more years of dive supervisory or management experience.
• Strong underwater construction experience.
• Knowledge of ADCI standards, OSHA Subpart T, and commercial diving practices.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30 certification.
• Marine, heavy civil, pipeline, or intake/outfall construction experience.
• Experience managing multiple dive crews and projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage Garney’s commercial diving safety program and ensure compliance with applicable ADCI, OSHA, company, and project requirements.
• Maintain consistent dive planning, emergency response, and safe work practices across diving operations.
• Support incident reviews and continuous improvement of diving safety and operating procedures.
• Provide technical and operational support for diving activities across Garney projects.
• Assist with manpower planning and allocation of diving resources based on project needs.
• Support preconstruction and business development efforts that require commercial diving expertise.
• Support the recruitment, development, and retention of qualified diving personnel.
• Maintain training and certification requirements and help establish consistent expectations for divers and dive supervisors.
• Develop future supervisors and leaders in alignment with Garney’s employee-owner culture and Goals & Philosophies.
• Oversee diving equipment standards, inspections, maintenance, certifications, and replacement needs.
• Work with operations to evaluate equipment and technology that improve safety, reliability, and productivity.
• Develop and maintain consistent standards and procedures for Garney’s commercial diving operations.

Benefits

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with $0 premiums.
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay.
• Company stock shares at no cost starting the first day.
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match.
• Student loan resources.
• Weekly paychecks.
• Paid time off.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions.
• Free life insurance and disability policy.
• Free access to healthcare coordinators.
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost.
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost.
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more.
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed