Heavy Lift Manager Position Available In Duval, Florida

Job Description:

Job Description As part of our BAE Systems Jacksonville ShipRepair (JSR) team, you will be working alongside some of theindustry’s top talent on the forefront of technology. We arecurrently hiring for an experienced Heavy Haul / Heavy Lift Managerfor transport projects using cranes and Self-Propelled ModularTransporters (SPMTs).The Heavy Haul / Heavy Lift Manger will be akey member of the JSR team and responsible for the execution ofonsite operations and maintenance using cranes, SPMTs and riggingequipment. Working as part of the Waterfront Operations team, youwill be responsible for the full life-cycle within a project, suchas working to industry standards, following detailed RAMS (RiskAssessment and Method Statement) and engineering drawings,mobilization/demobilization of equipment and operating theSPMTs.

The selectee will manage the off-loading and transportationof equipment, prefabricated structures, and heavy vessels tovarious foundations or staging areas within the shipyard. The rolerequires the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensivecrane, Rigging, and SPMT Program while interfacing with allstakeholders, and daily coordination of heavy lift and heavy haulactivities. The Heavy Haul/Heavy Lift Manager will provideleadership and accountability for safety, accident prevention, andenvironmental protection programs. Responsibilities also includepreparing reports and forecasts related to SPMT, rigging, and craneoperations, actively participating in safety meetings, andsupervising heavy haul and heavy lift personnel and activities. Theposition demands a proactive approach and coordination withstakeholders to ensure that all operations are executed accordingto project specifications and safety standards. In addition tooverseeing transport activities, the Heavy Haul / Heavy LiftManager will support the Heavy Lift Engineer in developing liftplans and heavy haul plans, providing technical guidance tosubordinate personnel, and ensuring that heavy haul routes areadequate for transportation.

Travel Requirement:

10%As the HeavyHaul / Heavy Lift Manager, you will be responsible for: Supervising a team of operators andmaintainers.

Working with the Transfer Supervisors and Heavy LiftEngineer(s) to plan and execute loading/transport operations permovement plans.

Supporting field construction operations related torigging and lifting operationsPreparing reports and forecasts forSPMT, rigging, and crane operationsDetermining crane requirementsfor the projectDetermining rigging equipment and materials for theprojectEnsuring Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMT’s) areoperated in a safe and efficient manner.

Evaluating loads requiringmovement on SPMT equipment and determine riskcategorization.

Ensuring all safety, health and environmentalprotocols and procedures are adhered to.

Ensuring periodicpreventative and corrective maintenance is completed.

Ensuring thatall equipment is maintained and in good working order includingadherence to company policy and procedures.

Cleaning, maintainingand inspecting equipment for defective components and notifyingmanagement of any defects or malfunctions.

Confirming equipment isoperated to the relevant standards and instructions.

Moving loads inline with project requirements.

Ensuring SPMT’s are inspected beforeand after each use to ensure safety and compliance withregulations, and determination of corrective maintenancerequirements.

Loading and unloading cargo in a precise andcontrolled manner; understanding and demonstrating proper loadsecurement for transport.

Supervising assembly, disassembly andreconfiguration of SPMT equipment.

Supervising the loading,unloading, assembling and disassembling assigned SPMTs andauxiliary equipment.

Evaluating transportation routing requirementsfor adequate clearances and soil conditions.

Assisting crane andrigging crews with all tasks for site heavy equipment lifts andmovements.

Communicating effectively with management, ProjectManagers, crew members, and clients.

Validating the completion ofdaily reports and maintenance logs.

Performing other related dutiesas assigned or required.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills B.S. Degree in Engineering or similarand 9+ years of experience in crane, rigging, and SPMT operationsand maintenance; or 15+ years of experience in crane, rigging, andSPMT operations and maintenance in lieu of a degreeExperienceoperating SPMTs or similar heavy transporters. Both on-siteoperations (to include performing basic maintenance, inspectionsetc.) and pre-operation planning, providing advice, guidance, andwhen required supporting Project Managers or Project Engineers inthe engineering and planning stages of projects.

Must be able toread, understand and follow engineered drawings.

Advancedunderstating of maintenance and repair work.

Strong understanding ofsafety protocols and regulations.

Experience troubleshooting fluidand mechanical systems.

Understanding of rigging and securing bestpractices.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Ability towork independently and make decisions under pressure.

Strongattention to detail and precision.

Ability to work in a variety ofweather conditions.

Must be able to read/understand transportationdrawings.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcoholscreening, as well as a criminal record check.

Preferred Education,Experience, & Skills What will put you ahead Experience operating Cometto brandSPMTs Understanding hydraulic suspensions, valve/sensor assignmentin accordance with engineered transport plans.

Working Conditions:

Day Shift positions.

Able to stand forextended periods (8 hours min)Willing to work overtime and weekendsas needed.

Training may be conducted on site and/or in Italy (SPMTfactory).

Notes:

Please indicate in your cover letter and/or resumehow you meet the qualifications of the position.

PayInformationFull-Time Salary Range:

$90373 – $153634Please note:

This range is based on our market pay structures. However,individual salaries are determined by a variety of factorsincluding, but not limited to: business considerations, localmarket conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidatequalifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

EmployeeBenefits:

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspectsof their life, including their health and financial well-being.

Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered:health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accidentinsurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legalplan, and other perks including discounts on things like home,auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off,paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paidparental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal andstate sick leave. Employees may participate in the companyrecognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognitionawards. Other incentives may be available based on position leveland/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAESystems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, aninternational defense, aerospace and security company whichdelivers a full range of products and services for air, land andnaval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security,information technology solutions and customer support services.

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission,but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using yourpassion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national securitywith breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligencesolutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend nationalsecurity, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making abig impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find arewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms &Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the bigstuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers,and naval ship repair—just to name a few. Our employees takepride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the frontlines every day, building our products to protect the lives ofthose who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does someof the coolest work around, and we think you will too.