Senior Power Plant Operator (NPP/SPP)

About the role

Amentum is seeking an experienced Senior Power Plant Operator to manage the North Power Plant (NPP) or South Power Plant (SPP) on Diego Garcia. The role ensures safe, efficient, and reliable power generation while coordinating with the opposite plant to meet overall demand.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise all plant operations during the assigned shift, enforcing safety and procedural compliance.
• Communicate power demand and equipment status between NPP and SPP to guarantee continuous delivery.
• Monitor and control generators, switchboards, fuel supply, air compressors, radiator fans, and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct pre‑operation checks, routine inspections, and post‑operation reviews.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions, implement corrective actions, and minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, operational data, and performance reports.
• Train and mentor shift personnel on procedures and emergency response.
• Collaborate with the Electrical Utility Manager and other supervisors on policy implementation and maintenance scheduling.

Required profile

• Minimum five years of power plant operations experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of power generation equipment such as generator sets, electrical switchboards, fuel systems, air compressors, and radiator fans.
• Proven ability to coordinate large‑scale power demands across multiple plants.

Required skills

• Generator set operation
• Electrical switchboard management
• Fuel supply system handling
• Air compressor operation
• Radiator fan maintenance

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a critical US Navy program in a unique overseas environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and mentorship within a global engineering services firm.