Hot Work Coordinator (Job ID 1230)

• Receive review and coordinate all hot work authorization requests to ensure they are complete accurate and compliant prior to the start of work.
• Verify that all hot work authorization forms are properly completed in accordance with established safety and operational requirements.
• Complete required hot work tracking documentation for each approved authorization and provide verification signatures prior to the start of hot work and upon completion to confirm proper closeout.
• Coordinate with the Hot Work Supervisor to verify work readiness required safety controls and proper closeout of all hot work activities.
• Conduct daily coordination meetings with project management/contractors/customers/ships force to identify and eliminate conflicts.
• Communicate any hot work conflicts safety concerns or issues that may impact ship operations or production schedules to the supervising authority.
• Participate in Fire Safety Council meetings to provide technical expertise and justification of requests to deviate from standard fire safety plans and hot work procedures.
• Submit approved hot work authorization forms to the ships designated representative responsible for maintaining official hot work records.
• Ensure revisions to approved hot work authorization forms are reviewed processed and approved prior to proceeding with work under revised conditions.
• Prepare implement and verify lockout/tagout procedures and associated work authorization forms to ensure the safe isolation of energy sources prior to and during authorized work.
• Complete review and execute required work authorization documentation including lockout/tagout records to ensure compliance with safety and operational requirements.
• Prioritize the allocation of hot work authorizations each shift based on the integrated production schedule and operational requirements.
• Maintain a working knowledge of applicable hot work safety standards shipboard fire prevention practices and shipyard operational requirements.

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience coordinating hot work fire prevention or safety related activities preferably in a marine or shipyard environment; or have graduated from a registered apprenticeship program relevant to the trade.
• Knowledge of hot work processes and requirements in accordance with NAVSEA standard items.
• Knowledge of shipboard compartment layout to include understanding of adjacent compartments
• Ability to review technical and safety documentation for accuracy completeness and compliance.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple authorizations and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures and energy control requirements in an industrial or shipyard environment.
• Ability to accurately prepare execute and maintain lockout/tagout documentation and work authorization forms in accordance with established safety standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordination with supervisors ship representatives and work teams.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a safety-critical environment.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems and documentation tracking tools.

• Permit Authorization Individual (PAI) certification preferred.

• Occasional Travel; 25% or less.

• Sit Stand Walk Bend Squat Climb Reach Push and Pull Stoop Crawl Kneel Balance Lift and Carry various objects and equipment.
• General shipyard/industrial environment. this type of work has physical demands that require frequent movement up to 65% of the time.
• Lighting and temperature are adequate and there is minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise dust etc. Hear talk and smell.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment available but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments.
• A considerable amount of time is spent operating a personal computer.
• Must be able to climb up and down stairs and spend time moving throughout the facility and onboard marine vessels.

Required Experience:

IC