Diving manager

Position: Diving Engineering Project Manager
Job ID: 936/56
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Rate/Salary: Negotiable, based on experience
Benefits: Company car, career progression, Armed Forces-friendly employer
Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors – visit www.hsbtechnical.com for a list of our vacancies.

We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Diving Engineering Project Manager

Typically, this role will take ownership of diving civil engineering projects based at the dockyard from initial enquiry through to delivery, ensuring each is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.

The role requires coordinating teams, resources, and budgets while acting as the main point of contact for all operational aspects of the projects.

Duties and responsibilities of the Diving Engineering Project Manager:

Take overall responsibility for planning and delivering a portfolio of dockyard-based diving civil engineering projects


Coordinate manpower and equipment to meet project deadlines and operational demands


Conduct dockyard inspections, surveys, and project kick-off meetings to scope out works


Prepare accurate quotations and set out cost expectations to stakeholders


Negotiate and procure specialist contractors, suppliers, and equipment as required


Draft and maintain Diving Project Plans, Method Statements, and Risk Assessments in line with current regulations


Proactively identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation strategies


Monitor progress against budget and schedule, resolving issues to keep projects on track


Lead and motivate site teams, providing support and addressing concerns when needed


Report on project outcomes and use feedback to drive continuous improvement



Qualifications and requirements for the Diving Engineering Project Manager:

Based in or willing to relocate to Plymouth


Background in engineering, ideally with experience in diving civils or a related field


Excellent communication skills and confident liaising with operational teams


Strong leadership, organisation, and problem-solving abilities



This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.