Important Skilled Rigger Qualities 2/5: Verbal & Hand Signal Communication
Rigging is an essential part of the shipping industry. Large materials need to be hoisted into position using very specific equipment.
Are You a New Manager? Avoid These Common Mistakes
Are you new to shipyard management? If so, you may expect to make a few mistakes along the way. It’s normal and a part of learning something new.
Getting Over the Fear of Feeling Underqualified for a Job You Want
Has this happened to you? You see a job posting and think it would be a great place to work. But as you read the list of qualifications, you start to second guess whether you’re even remotely qualified.
Tips for Setting Career Goals for the New Year
We’re getting closer to ringing in 2020. None of us know what this next decade will bring, so we need to take it one step at a time.
Important Skilled Rigger Qualities 1/5: Equipment Knowledge
If you’ve been thinking about a path as a professional rigger, there are some things you’ll need to know.
5 Ways You Can Keep Your Shipyard Employees Motivated During the Holidays
The holidays can be so hard for a lot of reasons. First, there’s the overwhelming stress of the season.
Why Timing is Everything When it Comes to a Job Search
They say timing is everything. And, of course, this time of year, we’re always focused on time. We watch Father Time push the clock hands to midnight on December 31st, 2019, as we welcome Baby New Year and the start of the new Roaring 20s.
This is How You Can Cut Down Your Resume Screening Time
When you’re in the process of hiring, you can spend hours reading the resumes that come across your desk, application portal, or email.
Do You Have The Common Personality Traits to a Successful Welder?
Yes, you have the skills it takes to be a welder. You may even have shipyard experience. But what if those skills aren’t enough to land you your next welding job? Companies hire based on fit, and that means you need to have some personality traits that will be a match for the shipyard and …
These Resume Mistakes Might Be Hurting Your Job Chances
Your resume is the first impression you’ll make when seeking your next shipyard job. But so often, hiring managers see the same mistakes over and over again.
