Commercial Dive Supervisor

Highmark Marine Fabrication is seeking an experienced and dependable Commercial Dive Supervisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial diving, underwater construction, and marine operations, with the ability to lead a dive crew while maintaining safe, efficient, and professional jobsite operations.

Our projects include underwater inspections, hull cleaning, marine construction, pile repair, pile jacket installation, grouting, and other commercial diving services.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily commercial diving operations.
• Ensure all diving activities are conducted safely and in accordance with applicable regulations, company procedures, and project requirements.
• Conduct pre-dive safety meetings, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and equipment checks.
• Review dive plans, assess jobsite hazards, and ensure proper emergency procedures are in place.
• Oversee surface-supplied diving operations and scuba operations when applicable.
• Monitor dive team performance, diver communications, and operational safety.
• Maintain accurate dive logs, dive plans, inspection records, and daily job reports.
• Coordinate personnel, equipment, materials, and work schedules to meet project deadlines.
• Work alongside divers and topside personnel on underwater construction and marine maintenance projects.
• Identify potential hazards and address changing site conditions, including weather, tides, currents, visibility, and marine wildlife.
• Maintain professional communication with project managers, clients, and crew members.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in commercial diving and dive supervision.
• Strong knowledge of commercial diving safety procedures and applicable industry regulations.
• Experience with surface-supplied diving systems and associated equipment.
• Ability to lead a crew, make sound decisions, and manage changing jobsite conditions.
• Experience with underwater construction, inspections, pile work, or marine maintenance is preferred.
• Current commercial diving certifications and supervisor qualifications appropriate for the position.
• Current CPR, first aid, and other required safety certifications.
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to project sites as needed.
• Strong communication, leadership, documentation, and organizational skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial diving and marine construction projects.
• A hands-on work environment with an experienced marine crew.
• Opportunities for continued professional growth.

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person