Overseas Fire Operations Leader — Assistant Chief

Amentum; España; Presencial; EUR 103.000 - 154.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Amentum seeks an Assistant Fire Chief of Operations to lead the Fire and Emergency Services on Diego Garcia, ensuring readiness, safety, and regulatory compliance for all operations. You will direct fire suppression, prevention, and emergency response activities while coordinating with DoD and local stakeholders.

The role requires strong leadership, robust planning skills, and the ability to manage budgets, training, and documentation in a demanding remote environment.

Formación

• Three years of experience leading an F&ES fire prevention section or division in a fire department of similar size and scope to Diego Garcia.
• Certification as Assistant Chief of Operations, Fire Inspector III, and Plans Examiner I.
• Completion or ability to complete the NFPA 101 Life Safety Course within the first two years of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in operational leadership, team building, and managing emergency response activities.
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance for deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to perform contract requirements and comply with installation procedures.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one year or more at hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas as per Foreign Clearance Guide.

Responsabilidades

• Lead operational readiness and functionality of the Fire and Emergency Services department, ensuring compliance with fire prevention standards, safety protocols, and mission requirements.
• Provide leadership for fire department operations on Diego Garcia, promoting a safe firefighting, rescue, and emergency response team.
• Lead fire prevention efforts, including inspections, assessments, and community outreach to ensure personnel and facilities safety.
• Oversee development and implementation of emergency action plans for various fire prevention and emergency scenarios.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA and DoD standards for the fire department.
• Directly supervise fire suppression, rescue operations, hazardous materials mitigation, and other emergencies.
• Schedule and manage personnel assignments and training to maintain certifications.
• Assist in budgeting for equipment, supplies, and personnel.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure fire safety systems are inspected and operational.
• Maintain incident reports and training records; liaise with stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Leadership experience

Emergency response

Operational planning

Communication

Team management

Educación

NFPA 101 Life Safety Course

High school diploma

Descripción del empleo

Amentum seeks an Assistant Fire Chief of Operations to lead the Fire and Emergency Services on Diego Garcia, ensuring readiness, safety, and regulatory compliance for all operations. You will direct fire suppression, prevention, and emergency response activities while coordinating with DoD and local stakeholders.

The role requires strong leadership, robust planning skills, and the ability to manage budgets, training, and documentation in a demanding remote environment.