Summary
Grandweld Shipyards is seeking a Mechanical Foreman to oversee marine mechanical repair and overhaul work. The role covers azimuth and bow thrusters, CPP shafts, rudders, pumps, and valves, as well as allocating tasks to technicians and checking work quality and safety. The foreman supports repair planning, reporting, inspections, toolbox talks, and root-cause analysis. Applicants should have a Diploma or ITI in Mechanical Engineering, 8–10 years of experience, and hands-on repair, alignment, and drawing-reading skills.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out and oversee overhauling of Azimuth Thrusters, Bow Thrusters, CPP Shafts, Rudders, Pumps, and Valves.
- Supervise and allocate tasks to technicians.
- Ensure maintenance work is performed to quality and safety standards.
- Support Mechanical Supervisor in planning and reporting repair work.
- Ensure job execution follows approved work instructions, class requirements, and OEM manuals.
- Conduct toolbox talks, daily briefings, and ensure proper permit-to-work procedures.
- Perform quality checks and inspections during and after job completion.
- Maintain daily job progress reports and update the Mechanical Supervisor.
- Support root-cause analysis for equipment failures and propose corrective actions.
- Ensure housekeeping and cleanliness in all working areas.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience Required 8-10 years
- Hands-on mechanical repair expertise.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Familiarity with marine/mechanical system drawings and tolerances.
- Strong team leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple job orders.
- Skilled in mechanical alignment, tolerance checks, and precision repair
- Fluent in reading mechanical/system drawings
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