Fire Services Coordinator

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com•Norfolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics NASSCO is seeking a Fire/Temporary Services Coordinator to provide operational and technical support to the Programs Department. This role involves implementing and overseeing Temporary/Fire Services Management Plans for ship repair, overhaul, and modernization activities. The coordinator will manage shipboard temporary structures, firefighting systems, laydown areas, hydrostatic testing support, and fire safety compliance, working across multiple departments and with external stakeholders. This position requires extensive coordination with various internal departments (Waterfront Operations, EHS, Planning, Engineering, Scheduling, Facilities, Supply Chain Management) and external entities (subcontractors, government representatives) to ensure temporary fire protection systems and services are compliant and operational with NAVSEA requirements.

Requirements

Knowledge of ship repair, overhaul, and modernization processes and procedures
Knowledge of temporary firefighting systems, hydrostatic testing processes, and fire protection requirements
Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Item 009-08 requirements and shipboard fire safety practices
Knowledge of temporary structures, laydown area coordination, and waterfront operational activities
Knowledge of company operational interdependencies and matrixed organizational environments
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong organizational and project coordination skills
Strong analytical and technical documentation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to develop technical plans, reports, and professional presentations
Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
Ability to interpret operational metrics and analytical data
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to effectively facilitate communication and information flow between departments and external entities
Ability to work independently in dynamic shipboard and waterfront environments
Ability to access naval vessels industrial facilities, and government-controlled areas
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to obtain and maintain required security and access credentials
Ability to travel to NASSCO locations as operationally required
Valid Driver’s license with reliable, insurable transportation required
Ability to obtain and maintain access to government facilities and naval installations as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as required
Regular, reliable onsite attendance is an essential function of the position
Must meet requirements for access to U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, and shipyard-controlled industrial areas
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable DBIDS, NAVSEA, and/or contractor access credentials as require
Position may require work aboard vessels, in drydock environments, and within industrial operation areas
Performs other duties as assigned
Ability to travel to all NASSCO sites as operationally required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration Engineering, or related field preferred
Prior military service may be considered directly related experience
Experience in ship repair, waterfront operations, temporary fire protection systems, or related industrial operations preferred
PMP certification preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate all shipboard temporary fire safety services and related operational activities
Administer and maintain Temporary/Fire Services Management Plans for shipboard availabilities
Coordinate temporary firefighting systems, temporary structures, laydown areas, hydrostatics testing support, and associated fire safety requirements
Monitor and tack combustible and flammable material locations aboard vessels and associated laydown areas
Ensure compliance with NAVSEA Standard Item 009-08 and applicable fire safety requirements
Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders regarding implementation of temporary fire protection systems and operational response planning
Support risk identification, response planning, and escalation activities related to fire safety operations
Provide shipboard temporary structure and laydown area plans that include all Repair Activities (RA) equipment and required operational elements
Identify locations of temporary structures, job/toolboxes, compressed gas cylinder staging areas, and laydown areas
Coordinate Repair Activity (RA) ownership and accountability for temporary structures, toolboxes, and laydown areas
Submit Shipboard Temporary Structure and Laydown Area Plans to Fire Safety Counsel (FSC) within required timelines for review and endorsement
Update fire services plans weekly and post updated copies to status boards, quarterdecks, and damage control central locations
Establish, document, implement, and maintain Temporary Fire Protection Plans and temporary firefighting systems
Coordinate inspection, maintenance, and hydrostatic testing activities associated with temporary firefighting systems
Ensure sprinkler and dewatering systems remain operational while fire watch personnel are onboard vessels
Coordinate ingress/egress access requirements and ensure fire lanes remain unobstructed
Coordinate fire zone boundary compliance in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Item 009-08 requirements
Coordinate hydrostatic testing support activities related to fire safety systems
Engage senior leadership when identified fire safety risks exceed established operational thresholds and prepare written recommendations for corrective actions
Coordinate implementation activities with internal and external stakeholders following leadership occurrence
Develop and maintain technical reports, operational documentation and professional presentations
Interpret operational metrics and analytics to support project execution and fire safety planning
Travel to NASSCO sites as required to support operational needs