Machine Shop Lead

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
• Deputise for the Mechanical Manager and lead the Mechanical Department when delegated.
• Provide technical leadership for conventional, CNC and portable machining, line boring, shaft and bearing repairs, sleeve manufacture and other precision machining activities.
• Control machine shop work intake, prioritisation, resource allocation and job readiness.
• Review machining methods, tooling, tolerances, inspection requirements and acceptance criteria for critical work.
• Develop and professionalise machinists, supervisors and apprentices through coaching, training and development.
• Maintain competence standards, machine technology and trade skills.
• Maintain and update machine shop standards, job knowledge and procedures.
• Work with QA/QC to ensure inspection and testing of machining and repairs.
• Maintain, calibrate and use measuring equipment, gauges, tools and test pieces.
• Support continuous improvement and risk reduction and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Promote a culture of safety, professionalism, accountability and operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
• Minimum 15 years’ machining experience in ship repair, marine, offshore, power generation or comparable heavy industry.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a senior supervisory or machine shop leadership role.
• Recognised machinist apprenticeship and trade qualification.
• Extensive experience in workshop and portable machining operations.
• Strong knowledge of machining theory, metrology, engineering drawings, tolerancing, tooling selection and quality assurance.
• Experience managing machine shop workflow, priorities, resources, productivity, documentation and technical standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop high-performing technical teams through coaching and mentoring.
• Strong administrative, communication and technical skills.
• ERP / production management systems.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment and support operational safety with first aid and fire requirements.
• Exhibits strong leadership presence, professional credibility, situational awareness, sound judgment, and commitment to continuous improvement and development.
• Strong written and verbal English.

BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCE
• Direct ship repair experience, preferably offshore experience.
• Experience with crane vessel propulsion systems including AZIMUTH pods and thrusters and rudder and stabiliser systems.
• Strong knowledge of marine and industrial standards including ABS, DNV, Lloyds Register, ISO, and OEM specifications.
• Experience working with OEMs, Classification Societies, and customer representatives.

APPLY NOW!
Qualified candidates should submit their resume via email at [email protected] or https://grandbahamashipyard.com/careers.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

CLOSE DATE: AUGUST 6, 2026