Outfitting Manager

Job Purpose (high level overview) The Outfitting Manager will oversee all outfitting activities for maritime vessels or heavy engineering projects, ensuring the timely and cost-effective installation of machinery, equipment, piping, electrical systems, and interiors. The role requires strong leadership, technical knowledge, and coordination across multiple disciplines to ensure projects are completed safely, to specification, and within budget.  

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Lead and manage the outfitting team, including engineers, supervisors, and skilled trades.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor outfitting activities, ensuring alignment with project schedules and quality standards.
• Oversee the installation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and interior systems on vessels or heavy engineering projects.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and classification society requirements.
• Track progress, prepare reports, and update management on status, risks, and mitigation measures.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers involved in outfitting activities, ensuring adherence to contracts and project specifications.
• Optimise resources, workflow, and logistics to minimise delays and cost overruns.
• Participate in project commissioning, inspections, and handover processes.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and piping systems.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management.
• Knowledge of maritime or heavy engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MS Project) is an advantage.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in outfitting management, preferably in shipbuilding, maritime, or heavy engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of outfitting processes, marine systems, and heavy engineering equipment.
• Experience with project management tools, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, classification society standards, and quality management systems.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and coordination abilities.

Ability to guide, mentor and develop a team.  A strong awareness of employment legislation and best practice regarding, but not limited to: processes, wellbeing, and equal opportunities.

Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Typically requires undergraduate degree and staff and/or technical project/process management experience, or equivalent.

Working Environment Standard Office Environment. May be required to travel and/or have overnight trips.  Hours worked may exceed regular schedule.

Physical Effort Little chance of injury. Duties may involve sitting, standing, keyboarding with frequent flexible breaks.

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