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Amentum Marina Safety Specialist / MWR Purchasing Coordinator in AP, United Kingdom
Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the U.S. government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Marina Safety Specialist / MWR Purchasing Coordinator to support a U.S. Navy Morale, Welfare & Recreation (MWR) program based on the island of Diego Garcia.
Job Responsibilities
Marina Safety Specialist Duties
Oversee daily marina operations, ensuring safe use of boats, watercraft, docks, and recreational equipment.
Conduct safety inspections of vessels, life‑saving equipment, fuel storage, and dock facilities.
Enforce marina safety rules, environmental regulations, and Navy/Amentum standards.
Provide safety briefings, equipment orientation, and emergency procedure training to patrons.
Monitor weather conditions, water hazards, and operational risks, adjusting activities as needed.
Respond to incidents, emergencies, or equipment failures and document all actions taken.
Maintain logs, inspection records, and safety documentation.
MWR Purchasing Coordinator Duties
Process purchasing requests for MWR programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission.
Obtain vendor quotes, prepare purchase orders, and track procurement actions through completion.
Maintain inventory records, supply logs, and purchasing documentation.
Coordinate with vendors, supply teams, and MWR leadership to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Support budget tracking, cost control, and procurement forecasting.
Assist with receiving, inspecting, and distributing purchased items.
Minimum Requirements
1–3 years of experience in marina operations, boating safety, procurement, purchasing, or related fields.
High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in boating safety, procurement, or recreation management preferred.
Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
Passport must be valid for at least one year beyond hire date.
Ability to meet and maintain contract medical requirements for the duration of deployment.
Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi‑national workforce.
Experience in boating operations, water safety, or marina facility management.
Familiarity with purchasing systems, procurement workflows, or MWR operations.
Strong communication, safety awareness, and documentation skills.
Valid driver’s license and passport.
Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
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