Underwater Diver & Rigging Technician

Amentum; España; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Synchrolift Mechanic / Rigger / Diver to support a US Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves underwater inspections, repair, and maintenance of diving systems and associated equipment.

Required are a U.S. certified commercial diving background, English proficiency, and the ability to obtain necessary credentials. This is a full-time, on-site assignment in a remote overseas location with safety and compliance as priorities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a U.S. Certified commercial diving school.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of commercial diving experience preferred.
• Ability to pass and maintain a diving physical in accordance with OSHA Commercial Diving Regulations.
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Valid country driver’s license and passport.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required facility credentials, security clearances, and authorizations.
• Ability to complete contract medical requirements and maintain qualifications throughout deployment.
• Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct underwater inspections, surveys, recovery operations, and maintenance activities on vessels, marine structures, and underwater assets.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing diving operations in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Perform underwater repair, installation, salvage, and recovery tasks.
• Operate and monitor hyperbaric chambers in support of diving operations and emergency response.
• Serve as a tender during hyperbaric medical treatments and diving operations.
• Perform scheduled, preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on diving equipment, compressors, air systems, vessels, and equipment assigned to the Dive Locker.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair diving systems, breathing apparatus, communication systems, and associated support equipment.
• Repair, install, and maintain navigational buoys, moorings, anchors, and related marine infrastructure.
• Perform assigned work inside underwater vessels, tanks, confined spaces, and other restricted access environments.
• Operate support vessels and small craft as authorized and trained.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, welding equipment, and underwater tools to complete maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure proper use, inspection, and maintenance of PPE and life support equipment.
• Complete dive logs, maintenance records, inspection reports, and operational documentation.
• Participate in emergency response, rescue, and recovery operations as required.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA Commercial Diving Regulations, U.S. Coast Guard requirements and company safety policies.

Skills

Commercial diving

English proficiency

OSHA standards

Education

U.S. Certified commercial diving school

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Synchrolift Mechanic / Rigger / Diver to support a US Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role involves underwater inspections, repair, and maintenance of diving systems and associated equipment.

Required are a U.S. certified commercial diving background, English proficiency, and the ability to obtain necessary credentials. This is a full-time, on-site assignment in a remote overseas location with safety and compliance as priorities.