Assistant Fire Chief, Diego Garcia – Overseas Ops

Amentum; Garcia; On-site; EUR 107,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum seeks an Assistant Fire Chief to lead Fire and Emergency Services on Diego Garcia, ensuring readiness, NFPA and DoD compliance, and continuity of command. You will oversee operations, budgets, training, and safety programs, coordinating withCommand staff and other agencies.

The role requires extensive fire service leadership, aircraft rescue certification, and DoD-specific training, with on-site availability and remote support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an associated discipline; two years per year substituted allowed for college (as stated).
• Minimum three years managing operations of a size and scope similar to Diego Garcia.
• Hazmat First Response experience in a comparable operation.

Responsibilities

• Provide Fire and EMS services in accordance with PWS and QMS, including continuity of command.
• Supervise fire, EMS, and training programs; oversee annual budgeting and equipment specs.
• Prepare records, reports and program documentation; represent Fire Emergency Services in meetings.

Skills

Hazmat Response

Emergency Ops Mgmt

Budget Oversight

NFPA/DoD Standards

Aircraft Rescue

DoD Certification

ICS Training

Safety Programs

Training Program

Fire Prevention

Leadership

MS Office

US Passport

Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

GS 081 Series Knowledge

Job description

Amentum seeks an Assistant Fire Chief to lead Fire and Emergency Services on Diego Garcia, ensuring readiness, NFPA and DoD compliance, and continuity of command. You will oversee operations, budgets, training, and safety programs, coordinating withCommand staff and other agencies.

The role requires extensive fire service leadership, aircraft rescue certification, and DoD-specific training, with on-site availability and remote support as needed.