MGR FACILITIES MAINTENANCE 3 (NIGHT SHIFT OPERATIONS)

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Mar 25, 2026

Req ID: 46263
Team: O40 FACILITIES
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 2nd
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

Clearance Required: Yes- Final Clearance Required to Start

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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, 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

This position is the senior manager normally present in the yard for second and third shift operations and is responsible for directing routine night shift operations for facilities support including support for ship construction, repair, refueling and overhaul, manufacturing shops, facilities projects and waterfront support on these shifts. This position must also direct immediate actions to be taken in the event of emergencies including however not limited to radiological, terrorist’s threats, environmental health & safety, severe weather conditions, energy concerns, failures, fatalities, serious injuries, fires, A-90 issues, missing employees, coordination of efforts with the customer and outside agencies in the yard, attend critiques, evacuations and drills, keeping the Director of Facilities, Program Directors, Trades Directors and various process owners/managers on day shift advised by telephone of such emergencies and / or calling them back to the yard if their presence is required. Maintains necessary direct contact with the Navy, customers, or other related outside activities and with cognizant Company management personnel.

Specific to this Job:
• Ensures a safe and healthful environment for assigned area and subordinates. Reinforces the Company's commitment to safety by instruction, example and enforcement of health and safety requirements and rules. Continually audits the workplace to identify and remove hazards. Recommends improvements in the work processes to reduce or eliminate hazards. Thoroughly investigates accidents to prevent recurrence. Responsible for keeping subordinates focused on performing assigned tasks in compliance with safety requirements and taking appropriate disciplinary action when violations occur.
• Supports yard wide cleanliness
• Conducts yard wide surveillances
• Leads Night Shift Group for Emergency Response Organization
• Supports engagement on night shift with safety task team personnel and leadership development programs
• Ensures compliance with all Company policies, procedures, values, innovative work practices relative to departmental operations, develops, and administers departmental practices and procedures, as necessary
• Organizes night shift management to be proactive in conducting self-assessments of night shift functions

Supervises employees or outside contractors who construct, maintain, and repair utilities systems, buildings, and equipment via one or more of the following trades: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, air-conditioning, heating, painting, and/or general maintenance. Sets priorities and performs forecasting and allocates the resources needed to complete all preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.

Must Have

Apprentice Certification, Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and 8 years of applicable, progressive technical, professional and/or supervisory work experience. A candidate must have a thorough understanding of construction, manufacturing processes, and operations.

Nice to Have

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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