Marina Manager

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Marina Manager to support unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

The Marina Manager will have overall responsibility for the oversight of all marine operations, engineering plant, and facilities. 

Principal Accountabilities

(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract.)

• Ensures safe and efficient operation of the vessel including safe navigation and piloting of the vessel
• Ensures all marine operations are in accordance with project requirements and all safety regulations are followed  
• Ensures continued compliance with all regulatory bodies, classification societies, and other key organizations
• Determines parts, supplies, budget, and material required for department
• Supervises engineering and marine subordinates
• Oversees inputs of operation and maintenance data and records long range maintenance schedules
• Conducts on the job training of subordinate personnel as required
• Ensures all required logs and records are accurately maintained
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of USCG/DOT rules and regulations
• Knowledge of common safety practices and protective equipment used on an ocean going towing vessel
• Knowledge of methods and procedures in the operation of a marina
• Knowledge of local laws and ordinances pertaining to docks and harbors
• Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in marine work
• Knowledge of tidal characteristics and how to handle shore front activities
• Knowledge of waterfront first aid

Experience & Education

• Five (5) years’ experience working as a Manager in the marine industry with experience in managing vessel and harbor operations
• Five (5) years’ vessel operations management or equivalent USCG or US Army Training and experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Marine or engineering related field; or a combination of  ten plus (10+) years of marina/fleet management experience or senior marina/fleet operations experience preferred
• Proven management experience of personnel in an operations position
• Must maintain a USCG Third Assistant Engineer License or USCG 1600 Ton Oceans Masters License or US Army 880A2 or 881A2
• Possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Additional experience/education may be required by contract or assignment

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Must be physically able to enter confined spaces (i.e. tanks and voids), climb ladders, and masts aboard their assigned ships while in port or at sea in order to validate maintenance requirements
• Must be prepared to be called out at all hours
• Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
• Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job