Area Manager, Pipe

Area Manager, Pipe

Seaspan ULC is seeking an Area Manager, Pipe. The role is fully onsite at 50 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver, B.C.

As the Area Manager, Pipe (JSS) you will work with the Trade Manager (Pipe) and be responsible for managing and directing all production activities within a specific Ship. You must ensure safety, quality, cost, and schedule alignment of the piping in blocks and zones within your defined area. Daily liaison is required with Management, Safety, Quality & Accuracy Control, and Trade Personnel.

• Verify completion of pipe fitting production work for each phase of the block, zone, and ship, conduct necessary inspections, and report results to senior management.
• Ensure the safety of all employees working in the assigned ship.
• Implement HSEQ plans on the shop floor and strive to eliminate safety hazards at every opportunity.
• Manage and coordinate work and schedules with Pipe General Supervisors, subcontractors, and vendors within the ship.
• Ensure schedules are managed to current installation methods and technologies to complete work with minimal disruption to other SOC activities.
• Monitor and report safety, quality, cost and schedule performance for all work in the assigned ship and advise senior management of anticipated deviations; initiate timely corrective action plans as needed.
• Coordinate assigned zone schedules with Planning & Production Control by determining optimal sequencing of events to support major vessel milestones.
• Provide recommendations to the Pipe Trade Manager for trade improvements (training, equipment or process) necessary for optimal build strategy implementation.
• Supervise investigation of workplace incidents and ensure Drug & Alcohol Checklist and testing are completed when required.
• Work with Supply Chain to resolve material, quality and schedule issues.
• Actively manage and maintain Seaspan Production Systems daily.
• Directly manage and develop General Supervisors into a hard‑working team.
• Monitor team performance, coach General Supervisors, initiate and follow through on necessary improvements, and recognize worker performance.
• Assist in resolution of owner, regulatory body and statutory issues that arise during the construction period.
• Lead by example and demonstrate Seaspan’s Core Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Certification in relevant field (Welding and/or Pipe fitting) is required.
• 5+ years of related work experience in shipbuilding is required.
• 5+ years of career progression in a supervisory position is required.
• In‑depth knowledge of production responsibilities specific to heavy industry pertaining to shipbuilding (welding, pipe fitting, mechanical, rigging).
• Proven supervisory and leadership skills and the ability to empower and work with and through others to achieve desired results.
• Strong time‑management and organization skills with proven commitment to follow‑up and follow‑through.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships and lead others toward a shared goal.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills to resolve disagreements quickly and effectively, bringing a problem‑solving attitude.
• Commitment to safety and quality, with demonstrated experience in behavioral‑based safety.
• Ability to make mature and timely job‑site decisions.
• Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD and other web‑based applications.
• Proficiency with Navisworks, P6 Primavera is an asset.
• Management/supervision experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Ability to manage and support adherence to the collective agreement regarding discipline.
• Excellent written, verbal and electronic communication skills.
• Employ coaching, corrective action and discipline to deal with issues and non‑performance.

• This is a full‑time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long‑term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides a competitive salary in line with your experience.
• We provide a best‑in‑class health and wellness benefits package, including extended health care, dental,…