WAF Coordinator - Military Veterans

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have good working knowledge of ships operating systems. (i.e. When a repair is being completed, needs to know how shutting down one system will affect other systems.)
• Must have worked within the maritime industry and be familiar with maritime terminology.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment in determining if system repairs can be completed.
• Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items and requirements
• Ability to write understandable reports
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals
• Ability to prepare departmental operating procedures
• Must be able to obtain and maintain base access
• Must be able to work independently.
• Requires excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to board ships, enter confined spaces with limited visibility and have the ability to climb up and down stairs and/or ladders of varying heights
• Must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions
• Must be physically and medically qualified to wear required personal protective equipment
• Prior training experience preferred but not required.
• All safety training including firewatch

• Oversees the process for Work Authorization Forms (WAFs) and Technical Work Documents (TWDs) for all repair activities throughout the course of ship's availability.
• Ensures that all work authorization permits and tagouts are completed as required.
• Reviews all submitted work authorization forms and develops the same for all repair activities.
• Trains all repair activity personnel working on military, private, and commercial vessels
• Submits required training guide and reports.
• Maintains daily log during the repair and provides copies to the Ships Force and repair departments.
• Ensures all repair activities follow guidelines set forth by Navsea instructions and that the safety of personnel and equipment are maintained at all times.
• Helps schedule onboard work which has impact on other systems and/or work. Obtains approvals from Ships Force.
• Makes sure that ship system tagout isolations are correct to ensure safety of personnel and equipment. Provides guidance to Ships Force for developing system tagouts.
• Validates that all tag hung have been fully completed and hung properly. Frequently audits tags to ensure in the right location and there has been no tampering with the tags.
• Develops and submits compartment closure lists as required for each availability.
• Acts as a liaison between Ship's Force, Subcontractors and Production Department for all repair activities in matters of WAFs and Tagouts with the goal of 100% compliance and zero violations.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment- hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe boots/shoes and, when necessary, respirator
• Work independently to complete responsibilities
• Must have regular, reliable attendance
• all safety training including firewatch

• 1st shift may work 8, 10 or 12 hours shifts.
• shift may start at 5 am or 6 am depending on work load

• $17-$19 per hour