K79 SAFETY DECKPLATE GENERAL FOREMAN

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Aug 28, 2026

Req ID: 49328
Team: K79 CVN 79 CONSTR
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $113,000.00 to $141,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

The K79 General Foreman – Safety Deckplate Manager, manages, coordinates, and evaluates all injuries and near misses of Operations personnel associated with the assigned program/Area of Responsibility (AOR). This role trains both hourly and salaried employees on best‑practice safety performance, recommends and implements targeted training, corrective actions, and preventive measures to control, reduce, or eliminate safety issues, and assists in developing and enhancing training procedures, tooling, and resources that boost employee safety performance and productivity. Working closely with the leadership team, this person helps break down safety data, strategize practical action plans, and drive deck‑plate safety performance while ensuring full compliance with all technical safety requirements, including strict adherence to the shipyard Health and Safety Manual and applicable regulatory standards.

The K79 General Foreman – Safety Deckplate Manager, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding our workforce while enhancing productivity. You will work directly with senior leadership, shape safety culture across the shipyard, and have the opportunity to implement innovative training solutions that make a measurable impact on crew well‑being and mission success.

Must Have

BS/Apprentice + 4 years production supervisor experience OR Non-BS/Non-Apprentice with 6 years combined production supervisory experience and/or CS experience.

Nice to Have

*Strong knowledge of Health and Safety Manual, Shipyard Standards and Operations
*Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills
*Ability to develop and implement practical action plans and training programs
*Ability to use Microsoft Office products
*Strong knowledge of Power BI and Observe NNS

*Must be able to work and transit in an industrial environment to include on units, subs and carriers

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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