Four Ways to Motivate your Shipyard Employees

Managers across all industries know that motivating employees is one of the most important aspects of running an effective department. Your shipyard is no different. You need to ensure that your workers are engaged, satisfied, and motivated. What are some of the best ways to do this within your marine environment? Here are four ideas […]

Top Career Paths For Women in the Maritime Industry

Have you felt the call of the open ocean? Maybe you want to remain with your feet firmly planted on the shore but work within the marine industry? In spite of stereotypes, there is a growing number of professional women in shipyards and other maritime jobs. If you’ve considered this path but weren’t exactly certain […]

How to Effectively Manage Swing Work Employees?

Your shipyard has unique requirements that many other employers don’t have to contend with. One of those things may be the need to employ swing shift workers for your marine environment. But when the hours don’t line up with the typical day shift, how can you be sure to manage these employees properly and ensure […]

5 Tips to Reduce Stress at Sea

You can’t deny the draw of the seas. The siren’s call that has been a beacon for seafarers through the centuries. And today’s modern world leads to a very different sea-based lifestyle than those known by our ancestors. There are a variety of career paths that can take your life on the open sea, including […]

What Makes a Skilled Trades Job Attractive to Young Workers?

There has been a lot of concern over the last few years that the skilled trades workers currently in the industry are beginning to face retirement. So what do corporations that rely on these skilled individuals do to ensure there isn’t a gap in the workforce? Experts suggest that targeting the right demographic of young […]

How Does a Staffing Agency Get You a Job?

Are you looking for a job in a shipyard or marine environment? One of the best resources available to job seekers is working with agencies specializing in these types of placements. But how does a staffing agency help find you a job? Before you approach a recruiter, it is important to understand the process and […]