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Grounds Equipment Operator

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

KCSE

Experience

1 - 3 years

Location

Lamu

Job Field

Logistics

Job Responsibilities

• Operate ground support equipment (GSE) including tugs, forklifts, loaders, power units, and other mission‑support machinery.
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting on assigned equipment.
• Safely transport materials, cargo, tools, and mission‑essential supplies across designated work areas.
• Support aircraft ground operations by positioning, staging, and operating equipment as directed.
• Maintain accurate equipment usage logs, inspection records, and operational documentation.
• Assist with loading and offloading materials, pallets, and containers.
• Ensure all equipment is operated in accordance with Navy, Amentum, and OSHA safety standards.
• Report equipment malfunctions, hazards, or safety concerns immediately.
• Support general facilities, logistics, and operational tasks as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience operating ground support equipment, heavy machinery, or similar equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for at least one year beyond hire date.
• Ability to meet and maintain contract medical requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

• Operate ground support equipment (GSE) including tugs, forklifts, loaders, power units, and other mission‑support machinery.
• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting on assigned equipment.
• Safely transport materials, cargo, tools, and mission‑essential supplies across designated work areas.
• Support aircraft ground operations by positioning, staging, and operating equipment as directed.
• Maintain accurate equipment usage logs, inspection records, and operational documentation.
• Assist with loading and offloading materials, pallets, and containers.
• Ensure all equipment is operated in accordance with Navy, Amentum, and OSHA safety standards.
• Report equipment malfunctions, hazards, or safety concerns immediately.
• Support general facilities, logistics, and operational tasks as assigned.

• Ground support equipment operation
• Heavy machinery operation
• Preventive maintenance
• Basic troubleshooting
• Logistics support
• Aircraft ground operations support
• Record keeping
• Safety compliance

• 1–3 years of experience operating ground support equipment, heavy machinery, or similar equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for at least one year beyond hire date.
• Ability to meet and maintain contract medical requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.