Unique opportunity to join one of the world’s preeminent shipyards, continuing the strong legacy of a family business while positioning the company for its next chapter of growth and development.

As General Manager of Derecktor Dania, you will be building on our 50+ year history as South Florida’s most complete large-yacht repair facility, and leading a team of 70+ staff and other partners to deliver the exceptional quality work Derecktor is known for. The General Manager will also help shape the capabilities, facilities, and relationships to maintain Derecktor’s leadership in the dynamic South Florida market.

Primary accountabilities include:

• Achieving the yard’s business/revenue/safety and environmental objectives
• Managing all aspects of daily operations to include, but not limited to maintenance, scheduling, planning/budgeting, facility management, safety and environmental compliance, and all facets of project management including bidding, estimating, budgeting, and scheduling to ensure projects are on time, within budget and meet customer expectations

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the yard
• Build, motivate, and reward a strong team of managers and team members
• Build and maintain strong company relationships with captains, owners, operators, management companies, government agencies, classification societies, vendors, and industry groups involved in yacht repair/refit
• Work on business development efforts which include estimating, scheduling, and bidding projects for new and existing customers
• Implement systems of controls to accurately measure performance and identify areas for improvement
• Ensure all projects are completed safely within budget while maintaining high quality standards
• Assess and manage project risks and opportunities
• Prepare and present project performance reports and recommend continuous improvements
• Continually improve, communicate and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
• Accountable for fulfillment of all contractual/proposal requirements
• Develop annual operating, maintenance and repair, and capital project plans and budgets
• Manages facility assets to include land, buildings, and equipment
• Create and uphold a culture and climate of pride and continuous improvement through employee empowerment, communication, and effective management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering, Naval Architecture, Management, or similar qualification preferred
• Proven management track record in a primary leadership role (7+ years) in yacht or commercial shipyard industry highly desirable. Will consider construction/manufacturing roles.

Preferred Skills:

• Able to build relationships with employees, vendors, and customers
• Ability to review and interpret designs, drawings & specifications
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and priorities
• Excellent leadership, communications, organization, problem solving abilities, and decision-making skills
• Experience with facilities management and capital improvement projects
• Ability to organize and motivate staff to achieve goals
• Good presentation skills and the ability to interact effectively with key decision-makers
• A self-starter with the ability to think independently and use good judgment in resolving issues with minimal supervision
• Willingness to learn, be hands on, and pitch in when needed
• Able to function effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess a positive attitude and is a team player
• Fluency in other languages desirable
• Must be PC proficient in a Windows environment and have a working knowledge of standard office software applications. Experience with PM software is a plus
• Preferred - OSHA certified

Director of Engineering/Naval Architect coordinates activities of multiple shipyard operations to include development of lifting and blocking plans for strap lift operations as required. Responsibilities also include design work related to new building and refit/ repair projects to ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters and production management on key large projects. Apply intense and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of technical responsibilities. The Director of Engineering will perform essential duties and responsibilities individually and/or through coordination with other managers, staff engineers and vendors/consultants.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
• Have over 10 years related industry experience in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
• A U.S. Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the field of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering is preferred
• At least 5 years of experience working as field engineer in a shipyard is required
• Fluency in AUTOCAD™ or similar 2D design software is required, 3D experience a plus
• At least 5 years of experience in providing production design support to shipyards in new vessel construction, refit, repair, and vessel modification
• The ideal candidate will have documented experience with IACS Classification Society rules, ABS Class Rules, 33 & 46 CFR, MARPOL, SOLAS, Stability book interpretation and other codes applicable to vessel design and engineering
• Experience with Microsoft Suite and MS Project a must
• Strong English language verbal and written skills are required
• Experience should involve performing the engineering assignments associated with the systems design to ensure proposed designs meet the contract requirements
• The successful applicants must be able to work in a team environment and be able to communicate well with management peers and superiors as well as trade subordinates

Derecktor Shipyard is hiring an experienced Inside Machinist to work in a marine environment Candidates must have experience operating manual machines.

Responsibilities:

• Fabricate, modify and remanufacture parts required to maintain, repair and/or create shipboard parts and equipment
• Set up machines, adjust settings, perform calibration, maintenance, and repairs
• Apply knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, machinability of materials, layout, and machining
• Operate computer controlled and manual machine shop equipment
• Ability to operate lathes, milling machines, planer, drill presses, and grinder, etc.
• Interpret mechanical drawings/blueprints, design and implement CAD drawings for machining of parts
• Perform machine maintenance

Requirements

• Able to perform duties with minimal supervision
• Keeps work area clean and organized to insure safety and environmental compliance
• Must pass as drug test and background check
• Prefer three years of hands on experience operating typical machine shop equipment
• Prefer experience working in a shipyard/ ship repair environment

Derecktor is looking for an experienced welder with shipyard experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and enjoys working in a team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7:30-4pm, with occasional overtime.

Responsibilities:

Candidates must be able to perform - SMAW/Stick, FCAW/Flux Core, GMAW/Aluminum and TIG.

Additionally, welder will be involved in the repair, modification, and assembly of various types of metal.

Requirements:

• MUST have experience in ALUMINUM welding
• Pass an internal welding test
• Be skilled in the fabrication and repair of equipment, fixtures and structures
• Ability to read and understand drawings and weld symbols
• High attention to details
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must pass a drug test and background check
• Tool/equipment operation knowledge
• Preferred - Experience working in a shipyard/ship repair environment
• Preferred - OSHA Safety Training

Derecktor is looking for an experienced Marine Plumber to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and enjoys working in a team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7:30-4pm, with occasional overtime.

Responsibilities:

• Must be able to perform lay out, fabricate, assemble, install repair and maintain marine plumbing and pipe systems
• Must be able to safely remove, repair and pressure test ship valves before reinstalling
• Must be able to plumb shoreside cooling towers to a yachts HVAC system as well as be able to maintain the cooling towers themselves
• Experience in CuNi, aluminum, steel, PVC and CPVC piping required
• Experience with ViegaPress® or ProPress® systems a plus
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, select proper materials and equipment to complete projects preferred.

Requirements:

• Be skilled in the fabrication and repair of marine systems
• High attention to detail
• At least 3 years of shipyard plumbing experience
• Own hand tools (up to 1”)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must pass a drug test and a background check
• Tool/equipment operation knowledge
• Preferred - Experience working in a shipyard/ship repair environment
• Preferred - OSHA Safety Training in Maritime or General Industry

Derecktor Shipyard is looking for candidates to Haul & Launch vessels utilizing mobile boat hoists (MBH). The H&L team works with the engineer to configure the required series of straps on the MBH to haul a vessel. They position the MBH over the pit and set the straps in position, guide the vessel into the pit and work with the divers to position the straps on the vessel. Utilizing the MBH, they lift the vessel and move the MBH with vessel away from the pit. The H&L team pressure washes the vessel bottom while in MBH and moves the vessel to the assigned location in yard. Haul & Launch team members also assist in the yard as forklift/crane operators loading and unloading trucks, tenders or relocating heavy equipment within the yard as required. They will also be responsible for doing other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Forklift experience (Preferred)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical
• Must be able to work OT on an as needed basis