Hazardous Cargo Inspector / Certifier
Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.
Amentum is seeking a Hazardous Cargo Inspector / Certifier to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Hazardous Cargo Inspector / Certifier will be responsible for the management, handling, certification, and oversight of hazardous material (HM), hazardous waste (HW), medical waste, and other regulated waste (ORW) operations. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Job Responsibilities:
- Supervising and overseeing operations related to hazardous waste management, including HM, HW, ORW, and Medical Waste in compliance with Diego Garcia Final Governing Standards (DGFGS) and the Contractor’s accepted Discarded HM/HW/ORW Management Implementation Plan.
- Conducting and ensuring the completion of initial and annual refresher training for all hazardous material handlers, waste disposal technicians, shippers, and transporters.
- Managing the collection, packaging, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and excess hazardous waste, ensuring safety and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Operating and overseeing the Hazardous Waste Storage Area (HWSA), Satellite Hazardous Waste Accumulation Points (SHWAPs), and Hazardous Material Minimization (HAZMIN) Reissue Center, ensuring safe and compliant operations.
- Certifying outgoing shipments of hazardous cargo in accordance with federal and military hazardous cargo transportation regulations.
- Preparing and maintaining hazardous cargo documentation to ensure accurate identification, packaging, and labeling of hazardous materials in line with industry and regulatory standards.
- Performing inspections, audits, and quality control checks of HW/HM operations to ensure adherence to safety standards and compliance with official policies and procedures.
- Investigating incidents involving hazardous materials or waste, determining root causes, and implementing corrective measures.
- Remaining current with hazardous waste and materials training, including initial and biennial recertifications authorized through:
- Naval School of Physical Distribution Management, Oakland, CA.
- School of Military Packaging Technology, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.
- Required to comply with all occupational safety and health standards, rules, and orders applicable to their actions and conduct. The role demands consistent, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), proactive reporting of workplace hazards, and total adherence to safety protocols to maintain a zero-injury environment.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.
Required Qualifications:
- At least five (5) years of documented experience in hazardous materials, hazardous waste, medical waste, or other regulated waste management, handling, collection, transportation, or disposal.
- At least five (5) years of documented experience in operating hazardous material or waste facilities, including HWSA and HAZMIN Reissue Centers.
- Certification to inspect and certify outgoing hazardous cargo shipments obtained through initial and biennial refresher training. Authorized training includes:
- Naval School of Physical Distribution Management, Oakland, CA.
- School of Military Packaging Technology, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.
- Strong knowledge of hazardous material and waste management standards, including applicable DGFGS regulations.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
- Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
- Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
- Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
- Additional certifications or experience in waste management operations or training.
- Valid country driver’s license.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and investigative skills.
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, 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 their 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 the job.
Working Environment
This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain.Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.
Physical Requirements
Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.