MSC Riding Gang Administrative Specialist
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Company Details
Name: Amentum
Industry:
Civil Engineering
Website:
https://www.amentum.com/
Description:
Amentum is a global leader in designing, engineering, and modernizing critical systems and programs of national importance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and the environment. Driven by our commitment to creating a secure, sustainable future, we innovate as a collaborative team of pa…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Lamu, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Administration
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary administrative and coordination point for MSC Riding Gang personnel supporting maintenance and repair activities aboard MSC vessels.
- Coordinate onboarding, travel, documentation, and crew‑list requirements for Riding Gang workers in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard and MSC regulations.
- Prepare, process, and maintain personnel records, safety certifications, background checks, and training documentation.
- Track work assignments, labor hours, and project progress for Riding Gang teams while vessels are underway or in port.
- Maintain accurate logs, reports, and administrative documentation related to Riding Gang operations, compliance, and mission support.
- Support scheduling of maintenance activities, ensuring alignment between Riding Gang supervisors, ship leadership, and Amentum management.
- Assist with procurement requests, material tracking, and logistical coordination for Riding Gang tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Ensure all administrative actions comply with MSC, Navy, Coast Guard, and Amentum standards.
- Provide regular updates to leadership regarding personnel status, operational impacts, and administrative requirements.
Minimum Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in administrative support, maritime operations, maintenance coordination, or related fields.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in administration, logistics, or maritime operations preferred.
- 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 assignment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting MSC, maritime operations, shipboard maintenance, or Riding Gang programs.
- Familiarity with U.S. Coast Guard crew‑list requirements, safety training standards, or maritime compliance.
- Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
- Experience working in fast‑paced, mobile, or shipboard environments.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
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