COMPOSITE OUTFITTER

COMPOSITE OUTFITTER

JOB PURPOSE

• Tasked with executing assignments as directed by the Foreman, adhering to established targets while following set guidelines, processes, and procedures to ensure the effective completion of work. This includes communicating with the supervising foremen as needed to fulfill assignments in compliance with QHSE standards and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: A Diploma Certificate from a recognized shipbuilding apprenticeship program, or a graduate/diploma from a Fabrication trade school, or equivalent experience in a related field.

Experience:

Minimum Experience:

At least 2 - 5 years of pertinent experience in FRP composite boat construction, including commercial and/or military shipbuilding and/or repair.

Skills

Job-Specific Skills:

• Knowledgeable in composite boat construction procedures, materials, and processes
• Strong technical understanding of fabrication outfitting equipment
• Proficient in various hand tools and equipment necessary for the role
• Capable of diagnosing and addressing fabrication outfitting challenges in boats/ships
• Adept at reading technical structural diagrams, drawings, and manuals
• Well-versed in structural outfitting equipment
• Skilled in carpentry or joinery, including the use of hand tools, power tools, and fabrication and installation of wooden furniture, wall panels, Plexiglas, trim/finishing items, formica, as well as staining, polishing, and waxing on vessels and in workshops
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Strong time management abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Capable of fostering positive relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues
• Effective communication skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Problem-solving capabilities
• Responsible for structural fabrication, repair, and outfitting work, including alignment procedures such as marking and fitting in accordance with technical drawings and specifications
• Ensures completion of tasks within the deadlines and targets set by the Foreman
• Reads and comprehends drawings, sketches, and documentation relevant to fabrication
• Constructs and repairs ship structural components, including tack welding hull plates and equipment foundations
• Identifies and reports defects, abnormalities, and the need for spare parts
• Implements and adheres to approved departmental policies, processes, and procedures to ensure controlled work practices
• Maintains good physical health and fitness.

Generic Skills:

• Not Applicable

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Operation:

• Follow work instructions provided by the Composite Outfitting Supervisor
• Conduct fabrication tasks related to composite boat construction
• Assist the outfitting Supervisor in determining required materials
• Identify and report any defects, abnormalities, and the need for spare parts
• Foster a strong team spirit to achieve collective goals
• Communicate effectively with team members
• Adhere to quality standards and norms

Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all relevant quality, health, safety, and environmental management procedures, standards, controls, and systems throughout manufacturing/resource management activities to safeguard employee health and safety. This includes adherence to statutory and classification requirements and delivering high-quality work in line with quality control standards. The employee is responsible for quality, occupational health & safety, and environmental compliance at work and will be held accountable for any non-compliance.