Assistant Fire Chief of Training

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

Job Responsibilities

The Assistant Fire Chief of Training is responsible for the development, management, and implementation of comprehensive training programs for fire and emergency response personnel. This role ensures the department maintains operational readiness and personnel achieve compliance with fire service standards. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading and managing the Fire and Emergency Services (F&ES) training program, ensuring alignment with current fire service standards and certifications.
• Designing and implementing tailored training programs that meet the needs of a multi-national fire department workforce.
• Supervising all aspects of firefighter training, including classroom instruction, hands-on exercises, drills, and simulations.
• Evaluating personnel performance during training exercises and readiness drills, providing feedback and adjustments for continuous improvement.
• Ensuring all personnel achieve and maintain fire service certifications, including fulfilling the ongoing training requirements set forth by applicable standards (e.g., NFPA, DoD, and Navy-specific requirements).
• Developing and maintaining a schedule of required certification courses, ensuring compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Overseeing the procurement, maintenance, and upkeep of training equipment and materials.
• Establishing training policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistency and safety during exercises.
• Maintaining detailed training records and preparing reports for audits, inspections, and compliance purposes.
• Serving as the primary liaison to external training organizations, certifying bodies, and other stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of three years of experience leading an F&ES training section or division in a fire department of similar size and scope to that of Diego Garcia.
• Certification as Assistant Chief of Operations and Fire Instructor III, in accordance with recognized fire service training standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering comprehensive training programs for fire and emergency personnel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to mentor and manage a diverse, multi-national team.
• 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.

• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

  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 throughout the duration of deployment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Valid country driver’s license.
• Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
• Advanced coursework in fire service-related leadership, training delivery, and firefighting tactics.
• Familiarity with training standards outlined by NFPA, DoD, and Navy-specific requirements.
• Background in procuring and maintaining training-related equipment and resources.
• Proven track record of conducting large-scale training exercises and simulations in challenging environments.

Other Responsibilities

Safety
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
Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone of 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 his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance
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 this job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.