Winches & Lifting Solutions (WLS) Supervisor

Maritime Developments Limited - Maritime Developments | Tailored consultancy, equipment and personnel packages

Do you want to be a part of a forward thinking team, challenging how things are done today to find improved solutions for tomorrow? Are you energetic and driven, with real hunger to progress?

The MDL brand is centred on a unique personality that shapes us in the development of our team and guides us on how we select who should be part of it. We live Ingenious Instinct by always being open minded to ideas, whatever they are and whomever they come from. We encourage creativity and problem solving, we challenge our team, our processes and our offering to customers, and we celebrate our successes.

The role of the WLS Supervisor is to report to the WLS Asset Team Lead and oversee a team of mechanical and electrical technicians in executing assigned refurbishment/maintenance, mobilisation or demobilisation tasks on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company policies, procedures, risk assessments, and method statements. The WLS Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient and effective maintenance operations for the WLS assets of the company.

Provides Management of:

• Electrical Technician(s) – (assigned to WLS for a given scope)
• Mechanical Technicians(s) – (assigned to WLS for a given scope)
• Offshore Resources (when working in the yard assisting WLS activities)
• 3rd Party Resources – (when working in the yard)

Key Tasks:

• Manage and lead a team of mechanical and electrical technicians when they are assigned to WLS.
• Provide guidance, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork.
• Conduct performance evaluations and address any performance issues.
• Support control of the work and resources of the Asset Management team at the Gateway facility.Support the Asset Manager and HR for future workforce planning
• Work with Asset Manager and HR to identify training and development plans for staff where required.

Asset Management-

• Ensure optimal utilisation of resources for timely execution of maintenance activities.
• Issue job instruction to the relevant personnel.
• Produce high quality reports and documentation.
• Review technician’s reports and third-party documentation.
• Accurate record keeping of certification and maintenance history.
• Coordinate and prioritise refurbishment/maintenance, rectification, and commissioning tasks for rental assets.
• Monitor asset performance, condition, availability, and reliability.

Quality Management System (QMS) & Continuous Improvement-

• Work in accordance with the MDL QMS
• Monitor compliance with MDL policies, procedures, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimisation.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Support the Asset Team Lead to drive business and process improvements which will drive increased profitability, productivity and quality within MDL.
• Adhere to workflow processes which reflect the actual workflow of the Asset Management function and can be audited.
• Support the Asset Management team working to the implemented processes.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Support the process of continuous improvement within the Asset Management function that minimises cost of poor quality
• Support digitalisation within the Asset Management function by working with Business Improvement Manager and WLS Asset Team Lead

External Interfaces (Clients, Suppliers)-

• Maintain effective communication with clients to understand their requirements and address any concerns.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely availability of parts and equipment.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and suppliers to enhance service delivery.
• Support Projects team with client interfaces during equipment client witness commissioning, FATs.Work with SCM and Project Controls Manager to drive supplier relationships and reduce procurement risks (schedule, costs, quality)

Qualifications & Skills:

• +5 Years Winch and lifting equipment experience (Mandatory)
• HNC/D (or equivalent) Engineering Qualification (Preferred)
• Modern Apprenticeship in Engineering or equivalent (Preferred)
• +3Years Supervisory experience (Mandatory)
• Demonstratable Spooling experience
• Hydraulic Trade Discipline background (Preferred)
• Excellent people management skills (Mandatory)
• Able to demonstrate competence in reading and understanding electrical, mechanical or hydraulic drawings (Preferred)
• Able to identify and use technical tools and instruments.
• Be able to undertake inductive/deductive reasoning to allow job successful performance.
• Able to undertake an analysis of the job requirements and coordinate required equipment (Essential)
• Organised and logical approach to work scope planning.
• Understanding of how to operate and work with/around tools & machinery.
• Familiar/ competent in all Microsoft packages including Outlook, Projects, Excel, Word & SharePoint
• Attention to detail
• Proactive and decisiveAble to innovate and challenge
• Self-driven and results orientated
• Trustworthy and approachable

At Maritime Developments, we believe that diversity drives innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

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