Background

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking an Electrical Utility Manager to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

The Electrical Utility Manager will oversee the operation, maintenance, and management of electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient delivery and performance of utility systems. The role also includes quality management, administration, and adherence to safety and operational standards. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing the operation and maintenance of engine-driven generators, medium-voltage electrical equipment, and associated switchgear systems.
• Overseeing electrical distribution systems equivalent to those on Diego Garcia, ensuring uninterrupted power supply and optimal performance.
• Implementing and managing a Quality Management System (QMS) that includes accident and incident investigation.
• Conducting ongoing risk assessments and analysis of electrical utility operations to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Coordinating and supervising a team of technical personnel to effectively manage electrical distribution and generator systems.
• Creating and managing schedules for preventive maintenance and corrective actions on power generation and distribution systems.
• Interfacing and communicating with stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer (KO), to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Reviewing and verifying all documented experience and qualifications prior to the start of contract performance as per contract requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and procedures, such as OSHA safety regulations and applicable electrical codes.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of documented experience with engine-driven generators rated a minimum of 1,000 kW three-phase/60 Hz stationary diesel engine generators and associated medium voltage electrical equipment/switchgear systems.
• Minimum of five (5) years of documented experience with electrical distribution systems equivalent to the system on Diego Garcia.
• Minimum of five (5) years of documented Quality Management and Administration experience, including accident and incident investigation.
• All documented experience must be submitted to the Contracting Officer (KO) for review and approval prior to the start of contract performance.
• 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 successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.

• Managing the operation and maintenance of engine-driven generators, medium-voltage electrical equipment, and associated switchgear systems.
• Overseeing electrical distribution systems equivalent to those on Diego Garcia, ensuring uninterrupted power supply and optimal performance.
• Implementing and managing a Quality Management System (QMS) that includes accident and incident investigation.
• Conducting ongoing risk assessments and analysis of electrical utility operations to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Coordinating and supervising a team of technical personnel to effectively manage electrical distribution and generator systems.
• Creating and managing schedules for preventive maintenance and corrective actions on power generation and distribution systems.
• Interfacing and communicating with stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer (KO), to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Reviewing and verifying all documented experience and qualifications prior to the start of contract performance as per contract requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and procedures, such as OSHA safety regulations and applicable electrical codes.
• 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 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.
• 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.

• Leadership
• Problem-solving
• Organizational skills
• Communication
• Risk assessment
• Quality management
• Electrical system maintenance
• Generator operation
• Switchgear systems management
• Electrical distribution systems management

• Minimum of five (5) years of documented experience with engine-driven generators rated a minimum of 1,000 kW three-phase/60 Hz stationary diesel engine generators and associated medium voltage electrical equipment/switchgear systems.
• Minimum of five (5) years of documented experience with electrical distribution systems equivalent to the system on Diego Garcia.
• Minimum of five (5) years of documented Quality Management and Administration experience, including accident and incident investigation.
• All documented experience must be submitted to the Contracting Officer (KO) for review and approval prior to the start of contract performance.
• 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 successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related technical field. (Preferred)
• Prior experience in managing electrical systems in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
• Valid country driver’s license and passport. (Preferred)
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills in managing large-scale utility systems. (Preferred)
• Familiarity with NAVFAC standards and practices. (Preferred)