Dive Supervisor

Ballard Marine Construction • Bradenton, FL

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About The Position

The Dive Supervisor’s primary responsibility is to oversee the planning and execution of the diving operation, including the safety and health of the dive team. They must adhere to and maintain strict compliance with company policies and procedures, established health and safety protocols, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements

• Diploma from ADCE Compliant Commercial Dive School
• Current ADCI supervisor certification
• Current ADCI Compliant Dive Physical (if diving)
• Current First Aid, CPR, AED, Oxygen Administration Certifications
• OSHA 10 Hour – Construction
• Must have own commercial dive gear including (if diving): Dive Helmet, Dry Suit, Hot Water Suit, Weight Belt, Gloves, Thermals, Wet Suit, Dive Knife, Harness, and Bail-Out Bottle / Spares
• Valid Driver’s License with current driving record free from serious or frequent violation
• Recommended to obtain Class “A” CDL permit within 60 days of hire
• 5 years’ experience working in commercial diving operations.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel with the capability to learn new computer software including tablet-based safety programs and job/project reporting.
• Committed to contributing to a culture of safety, looking out for yourself and others.
• Ability to cut and weld steel, using underwater welding / burning equipment, jigs, and supports.
• Ability to cut and weld steel, using underwater welding/burning equipment, jigs, and supports.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, mentor, and motivate teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills both with employees and clients.
• Able to maintain a positive and constructive demeanor in all situations.

Nice To Haves

• Nitrox endorsement a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety of every member of the dive team.
• Execution of field work encompassed diving operations including underwater construction, maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Assign the duties of all members of the diving team and personally direct them throughout the diving operation.
• Correct completion of all job-specific, employee-related paperwork including daily job reports, dive logs, JHAs, dive plans, and inspection results.
• Understand and enforce project’s detailed scope-of-work to maintain strict compliance with contract documents, project schedules, and corporate policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicate job schedule, scope changes, safety concerns, and all other aspects of the job to management, dive team, and clients.
• Work safely and ensure that the crew is working safely during all phases of performing the job duties required in the field.
• Takes appropriate safety precautions, such as monitoring dive times and depths.
• Ensure diving operations are carried out from a suitable and safe location on the surface.
• Develop, modify, and produce pre- and post- dive checklists for the operation.
• Develop and implement emergency/contingency procedures.
• Be aware of the procedures to follow to obtain medical support in the event of an accident, either diving or non-diving related.  Ensure a two-way communication system is available at the dive location to obtain emergency assistance.
• Ensure all personnel on the dive team are qualified and physically able to perform tasks assigned.
• Ensure that the diving equipment designated for use is suitable for the planned diving operation, compliant with regulatory requirements for the diving mode used, inspected prior to each dive and is in good working order.
• Ensure that all relevant operating instructions, manuals, decompression tables, treatment schedules and regulatory publications are available at the dive location and are maintained to reflect current changes and/or developments.
• Ensure the detailed briefing between the diving team and support personnel, including tasks to be undertaken, unusual hazards or environmental conditions.
• Maintain a depth, bottom time, and breathing mix profile at the dive location for each diver during the dive.

Benefits

• Ballard offers a strong benefit package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
• When you become eligible, benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K with employer match, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED