2 Pipe Cutting Jobs

Job Details Job Title: Head Pipeshop Location: Pipavav (Gujarat) Accountabilities: 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.

Experience in Pipe Cutting, Pipe bending Minimum 7+ Yrs Experience in PPC