Production Director - Belfast, United Kingdom - Harland & Wolff

Description

Daily management of the ship yard functions and operational teams.

To oversee and manage construction/outfitting/assembly of ship sections in a newbuild construction scenario through effective coordination of internal and external resources such that safety, quality and delivery of the work are maintained within the requirements of each project and the Company's overarching policies and procedures.

Requiring a hands-on approach, the role will encompass all phases of project development, from pre-contract activities through to final handover.

Drive improvements in productivity whilst growing and implementing improvements in the Safety and Quality culture within the business.

Responsible for all aspects of project performance, service delivery and safety management systems by providing effective planning, budget, time and quality controls.

Successful management and input on bids and tender development processes.

Provide visible, pro-active HS&E leadership, ensuring that all HS&E policies and processes are followed, including any necessary client-specific requirements in particular, ensure that stated requirements for incident reporting, task risk assessment and safe methods of work are followed.

Manage and control the contract, commercial aspects, quality, risks and issues and the documentation processes.
Management, control and delivery of assigned projects in accordance with Company systems.

Provide guidance, coaching and support to the operational management team by managing and supporting the teams effectiveness and taking corrective action in line with relevant processes.

Conduct regular project and contract reviews, regularly reporting the project status internally and externally under the terms of contracts concluding with a formal project close out.

Also ensuring utilisation levels are managed and maximised across all areas of ship build

Engage with clients throughout project life cycle and build professional client relationships developing current and potential future working relationships.

Provide insight, advice and recommendation to the Production team
Responsible for enabling and developing improved productivity across all areas of production
HND or above In management of people or suitable experience
Solid marine / ship construction background in an operational management capacity
Proficient in application and use of project management principles and techniques such as EVM, Risk Management etc.
In-depth knowledge of shipbuilding processes, materials, and industry standards
Experience in management of successful/heavy fabricated ship construction
Management of teams and objective setting.
Proven capability in successfully leading multi-disciplined teams, including major sub-contractors
Understand cost control and earned value management
Effective delegation and performance management skills
Competitive base pay
~33 days holiday (pro rata)
~ Life assurance
~ Company pension
~ Opportunity to work on innovative projects

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