Head Pipeshop

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Overall Management of Pipeshop Operations:

• Lead pipeshop activities, covering pipe bending, pipe cutting, acid pickling and material movement teams.
• Develop detailed work plans and schedules for all piping systems, aligning them with the block construction timeline.
• Conduct regular review meetings with pipeshop teams to track progress, address challenges, and ensure alignment with the projects overall block construction objectives.

Coordination Among Outfitting Sections:

• Act as a liaison between pipeshop and other departments, such as design, procurement, block outfitting, hull/steel fabrication departments.
• Establish cross-functional collaboration among pipeshop teams to improve efficiency, share best practices, and ensure that outfitting tasks complement one another effectively.
• Conduct regular review meetings with pipeshop sections to track progress, address challenges, and ensure alignment with the projects overall outfitting objectives.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Oversee quality assurance for pipeshop, conducting inspections and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality.
• Collaborate with QC teams to verify that all piping systems work within block construction meets established standards, specifications, and regulatory compliance.
• Implement corrective actions and process improvements to address quality issues promptly and prevent reoccurrence.

Workforce & Resource Management:

• Manage workforce allocation across pipe bending, pipe cutting, acid pickling and material movement, ensuring sufficient labour to meet timelines.
• Oversee resource allocation, including equipment, tools, and materials, coordinating with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure availability and avoid delays.
• Identify and address skill gaps within the pipeshop, supporting training and development initiatives to enhance team competencies and productivity.

Project Tracking & Reporting:

• Monitor project progress, tracking piping system milestones, material usage, technical precision and adherence to the project schedule for each block.
• Coordinate with pipe bending, pipe cutting, acid pickling and material movement teams to ensure task alignment, prevent bottlenecks, and resolve issues impacting project timelines.
• Provide regular progress reports to the Head of Block Construction Site, highlighting accomplishments, challenges, and corrective actions taken to stay on schedule.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance:

• Enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations across all pipeshop activities, ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments, implementing corrective measures to address hazards and maintain compliance with safety protocols.

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization:

• Implement process improvements within pipeshop workflow to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, & optimize resource utilization.
• Introduce best practices in pipeshop, supporting initiatives for digitalization, automation, and lean methodologies to improve productivity and quality.

Interactions and Working Relationships

• Head of Block Construction Site: Report regularly to the Head of Block Construction Site on outfitting progress, resource needs, and any challenges impacting project schedules.
• Pipeshop Section Incharges: Collaborate with section heads in pipe bending, pipe cutting, acid pickling and materials movement to coordinate tasks, manage resources, and align pipeshop activities with project plans.
• Quality Control & Safety Teams: Partner with quality and safety teams to conduct inspections, maintain compliance, and address any issues related to outfitting work standards or safety protocols.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Naval Architecture, Electrical, or Marine Engineering. 
• A masters degree in engineering or Operations Management is advantageous.
• Additional certifications in Project Management or Quality Assurance are preferred.

Preferred Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in pipe fabrication or project management within the shipbuilding industry, oil & gas, engineering procurement & construction (EPC), offshore infrastructure 
• A minimum of 5 years in a senior management role in a global/Indian shipyard is advantageous
• Proven experience in managing large-scale outfitting projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and working in a high-demand, capital-intensive environment.

Functional and Behavioural Competency:

• Pipe Fabrication & Project Management: In-depth knowledge of pipe fabrication processes, including pipe cutting, pipe bending and acid pickling, project scheduling, and resource management.
• Leadership & Team Management: Strong leadership skills to manage multiple outfitting sections, providing guidance, setting expectations, and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Proficient in quality assurance standards, compliance requirements, and regulatory norms relevant to outfitting in the shipbuilding industry.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills to engage with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders, facilitating alignment and problem resolution.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical skills to evaluate project metrics, identify improvement areas, and make informed decisions to address challenges.