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Ground Cargo / Freight Supervisor
2026-10-06T18:00:23+00:00
Amentum
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FULL_TIME
Kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Construction
Management, Transportation & Logistics, Defense Contractors
KES
MONTH
2026-10-13T17:00:00+00:00
8

Job Responsibilities:

Supervise and coordinate cargo-loading services, ensuring all cargo is accurately and properly loaded in a timely and efficient manner.

Ensure vehicles used for transporting ammunition, explosives, dangerous goods, and HAZMAT are correctly marked, equipped, and operated in compliance with NAVSEA OP-2239, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, and other applicable regulations by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and Bureau of Motor Carrier Safety standards.

Oversee the packing and marking of unclassified retrograde items and materials in accordance with NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485 requirements.

Ensure proper documentation and maintain a copy of proof of shipment documents for retrograde items, as required by the Government.

Manage freight terminal operations, including cargo preparation, loading, unloading, consolidation, and shipment by air, sea, and ground transportation.

Supervise and manage a dedicated Freight Forwarding Office to coordinate the receipt, consolidation, storage, and shipment of materials.

Conduct quality assurance inspections to certify compliance with safety standards and regulatory guidelines during cargo handling and transportation operations.

Prepare and verify shipping documents, including manifests, bills of lading, and packing lists.

Address and resolve loading or transportation issues, including damaged equipment, hazardous material handling, or improper packing practices.

Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulations during handling, packing, marking, and transportation processes.

Lead and train a team of freight and cargo personnel to accomplish efficient and compliant operations.

Coordinate with government personnel, vendors, and other departments to meet deadlines and ensure mission success.

Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports of freight and cargo operations, providing updates as required to government representatives.

Monitor and maintain an efficient inventory system for cargo and freight terminal operations in a secure and organized manner.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

4-6 years of experience in cargo-loading, freight terminal operations, or transportation services, including previous experience in supervisory or team lead roles.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Comprehensive knowledge of cargo preparation, loading, and unloading processes for air, sea, and ground transportation.

Familiarity with military freight and logistics operations, particularly with handling explosives, ammunition, HAZMAT, or other dangerous goods per NAVSEA OP-2239 and applicable federal regulations.

Experience packing, marking, and documenting retrograde items and materials according to NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to manage and oversee freight terminal operations and ensure compliance with procedures.

Proficiency in handling transportation documentation, including manifests, proof of shipment, bills of lading, and packing lists.

Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage a multi-national workforce and coordinate with stakeholders.

Must be detail-oriented with experience in maintaining accurate maintenance and operational records.

Proficiency in transportation management systems or freight management software, along with basic computing skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).

Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.

Passport must 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 compliance for the duration of deployment.

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.

Valid country driver’s license.

Certifications in transportation or logistics management (e.g., Freight Forwarder Training, Dangerous Goods, or HAZMAT certifications).

Experience with US military or government freight and logistics operations, including compliance with DoD, NAVSUP, and transportation regulations.

Familiarity with cargo and freight terminal safety procedures, including OSHA and NAVSEA standards.

Knowledge of handling high-priority or mission-critical shipments safely and efficiently.

Demonstrated experience improving transport and logistics processes to optimize efficiency.

  • Supervise and coordinate cargo-loading services, ensuring all cargo is accurately and properly loaded in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Ensure vehicles used for transporting ammunition, explosives, dangerous goods, and HAZMAT are correctly marked, equipped, and operated in compliance with NAVSEA OP-2239, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, and other applicable regulations by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and Bureau of Motor Carrier Safety standards.
  • Oversee the packing and marking of unclassified retrograde items and materials in accordance with NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485 requirements.
  • Ensure proper documentation and maintain a copy of proof of shipment documents for retrograde items, as required by the Government.
  • Manage freight terminal operations, including cargo preparation, loading, unloading, consolidation, and shipment by air, sea, and ground transportation.
  • Supervise and manage a dedicated Freight Forwarding Office to coordinate the receipt, consolidation, storage, and shipment of materials.
  • Conduct quality assurance inspections to certify compliance with safety standards and regulatory guidelines during cargo handling and transportation operations.
  • Prepare and verify shipping documents, including manifests, bills of lading, and packing lists.
  • Address and resolve loading or transportation issues, including damaged equipment, hazardous material handling, or improper packing practices.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulations during handling, packing, marking, and transportation processes.
  • Lead and train a team of freight and cargo personnel to accomplish efficient and compliant operations.
  • Coordinate with government personnel, vendors, and other departments to meet deadlines and ensure mission success.
  • Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports of freight and cargo operations, providing updates as required to government representatives.
  • Monitor and maintain an efficient inventory system for cargo and freight terminal operations in a secure and organized manner.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of cargo preparation, loading, and unloading processes for air, sea, and ground transportation.
  • Familiarity with military freight and logistics operations, particularly with handling explosives, ammunition, HAZMAT, or other dangerous goods per NAVSEA OP-2239 and applicable federal regulations.
  • Experience packing, marking, and documenting retrograde items and materials according to NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to manage and oversee freight terminal operations and ensure compliance with procedures.
  • Proficiency in handling transportation documentation, including manifests, proof of shipment, bills of lading, and packing lists.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage a multi-national workforce and coordinate with stakeholders.
  • Must be detail-oriented with experience in maintaining accurate maintenance and operational records.
  • Proficiency in transportation management systems or freight management software, along with basic computing skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).
  • 4-6 years of experience in cargo-loading, freight terminal operations, or transportation services, including previous experience in supervisory or team lead roles.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
  • Passport must 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 compliance for the duration of deployment.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
high school
12
JOB-6ac5373723e9a

Vacancy title:
Ground Cargo / Freight Supervisor

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Construction, Category: Management, Transportation & Logistics, Defense Contractors]

Jobs at:
Amentum

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, October 13 2026

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, October 6 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Responsibilities:

Supervise and coordinate cargo-loading services, ensuring all cargo is accurately and properly loaded in a timely and efficient manner.

Ensure vehicles used for transporting ammunition, explosives, dangerous goods, and HAZMAT are correctly marked, equipped, and operated in compliance with NAVSEA OP-2239, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, and other applicable regulations by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and Bureau of Motor Carrier Safety standards.

Oversee the packing and marking of unclassified retrograde items and materials in accordance with NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485 requirements.

Ensure proper documentation and maintain a copy of proof of shipment documents for retrograde items, as required by the Government.

Manage freight terminal operations, including cargo preparation, loading, unloading, consolidation, and shipment by air, sea, and ground transportation.

Supervise and manage a dedicated Freight Forwarding Office to coordinate the receipt, consolidation, storage, and shipment of materials.

Conduct quality assurance inspections to certify compliance with safety standards and regulatory guidelines during cargo handling and transportation operations.

Prepare and verify shipping documents, including manifests, bills of lading, and packing lists.

Address and resolve loading or transportation issues, including damaged equipment, hazardous material handling, or improper packing practices.

Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulations during handling, packing, marking, and transportation processes.

Lead and train a team of freight and cargo personnel to accomplish efficient and compliant operations.

Coordinate with government personnel, vendors, and other departments to meet deadlines and ensure mission success.

Maintain accurate records, logs, and reports of freight and cargo operations, providing updates as required to government representatives.

Monitor and maintain an efficient inventory system for cargo and freight terminal operations in a secure and organized manner.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

4-6 years of experience in cargo-loading, freight terminal operations, or transportation services, including previous experience in supervisory or team lead roles.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Comprehensive knowledge of cargo preparation, loading, and unloading processes for air, sea, and ground transportation.

Familiarity with military freight and logistics operations, particularly with handling explosives, ammunition, HAZMAT, or other dangerous goods per NAVSEA OP-2239 and applicable federal regulations.

Experience packing, marking, and documenting retrograde items and materials according to NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to manage and oversee freight terminal operations and ensure compliance with procedures.

Proficiency in handling transportation documentation, including manifests, proof of shipment, bills of lading, and packing lists.

Excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage a multi-national workforce and coordinate with stakeholders.

Must be detail-oriented with experience in maintaining accurate maintenance and operational records.

Proficiency in transportation management systems or freight management software, along with basic computing skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).

Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.

Passport must 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 compliance for the duration of deployment.

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.

Valid country driver’s license.

Certifications in transportation or logistics management (e.g., Freight Forwarder Training, Dangerous Goods, or HAZMAT certifications).

Experience with US military or government freight and logistics operations, including compliance with DoD, NAVSUP, and transportation regulations.

Familiarity with cargo and freight terminal safety procedures, including OSHA and NAVSEA standards.

Knowledge of handling high-priority or mission-critical shipments safely and efficiently.

Demonstrated experience improving transport and logistics processes to optimize efficiency.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: high school

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Tuesday, October 13 2026
Duty Station: Kenya | Nairobi
Posted: 06-10-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 06-10-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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