Work Authorization Forms (WAF) Coordinator
Vigor
- Seattle, WA
- $53,524-66,905 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live inSalary range: $53,524-$66,905POSITION SUMMARY: The Work Authorization Forms (WAF) Coordinator administers the work authorization process and oversees the process for the Work Authorization Forms and Technical Work Documents (TWDs) for all repair activities throughout the course of ship's availability.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities) * Verifies that ship's systems are properly tagged out and safe prior to allowing work to be done.
- Validates that all tags hung have been fully completed and hung properly.
- Audits tags to ensure they are placed in the right location and they have not been tampered with.
- Accurately enters and logs tag out information into electronic database and on binders for each ship.
- Act as liaison between Ship's crew, Subcontractors and production department for all repair activities in matters of WAFs and Tagouts with the goal of 100% compliance and zero violations.
- Attend meetings and send out correspondences to ensure there is clear communication between Project Management, Subcontractors, Ship's crew and Production Department
- Conducts training on Tagout and WAF requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items and requirements
- Must be familiar with the United States Navy Tag-out system or equivalent process
- Must have the ability to investigate and analyze information, draw conclusions, basic problem solving and familiar with root-cause analysis techniques.
- Ability to work independently, to include meeting schedule and reporting deadlines required.
- A strong working knowledge of marine propulsion and structural systems to include the ability to read blueprints/ship system drawings and previous marine operational experience, helpful.
- Ability to use PC and software applications such as MS Office and database programs.
- Must have thorough knowledge of shipyard production procedures, government regulations, craft jurisdictions, ship repair methods, administrative procedures and government contract administration.
- Ability to write understandable reports, read and understand technical manuals
- Must be able to board ships, enter confined spaces with limited visibility and have the ability to climb up and down stairs and/or ladders of varying heights
- Objective is to attract and retain the best performers.
- Base pay for positions shall be set slightly below market.
- Base pay provided to individuals shall be determined in consideration of market data, internal equity, and overall job performance.
- Annual cash compensation, which includes base pay and incentive compensation bonus, shall be target to be above market when the Company's overall financial performance has been positive.
- Encourage leadership and competency building by linking career development and individual performance to greater income earnings opportunities.
- Employee health, welfare and 401K retirement benefits taken together are above market average provided overall company performance remains positive.
AD&D LTD STD EAP Discretionary bonus
Tuition Reimbursement FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation) 10 paid holidays PTO 401(k)Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.