Lift Operations Assistant Manager

Job Description The Lift Operations Assistant Manager supports the department manager in overseeing daily lift operations and ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality performance. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills to manage personnel, schedules, and interdepartmental collaboration. While marine lift experience is not required, shipyard exposure and operational familiarity are strongly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist department management with daily operations, including employee scheduling, task assignments, and performance oversightSupport departmental administrative functions as neededEnsure compliance with all company safety policies and regulatory requirementsEstimate labor, materials, and time required for assigned jobsCoordinate with naval engineer to execute haul and launch operations according to approved docking plansEnsure departmental work meets or exceeds established quality standardsLead, motivate, and support employees through respectful communication and collaborationAct as a liaison between customers, management, and internal departmentsCoordinate haul-outs and launches with multiple departmentsBe present and/or on-call for haul and launch operations as requiredEnsure all equipment is operational, properly maintained, and routinely inspected for safety and performancePlan and organize departmental goals, managing labor utilization and workflow efficiencyPromote clear, timely communication to ensure all employees have the information needed to perform their dutiesDevelop and implement long-term departmental goals, adjusting plans as conditions changeCoach, mentor, and support employee development and training opportunitiesDrive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process and procedure enhancementsFollow company, industry, and best practices related to safety, equipment uses, PPE, and reportingPosition RequirementsMinimum of 5 years of management experienceBachelor's degree in business or a related field preferredShipyard experience or familiarity strongly preferredFamiliarity with commercial or heavy cranes preferredStrong leadership, organizational, and communication skillsPlease note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Required CompetenciesCommunicationOperational LeadershipBusiness acumenProblem SolvingPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentRequires climbing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twistingRequires the ability to use speech, vision and hearingRequires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulationsRequires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 poundsExposure to changes in temperature and humidityThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Bradford Marine participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Please visit e-verify.gov to learn more.Bradford Marine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For more information, please visit eeoc.gov to learn more.