Hazardous Cargo Inspector / Certifier

Hazardous Cargo Inspector / Certifier

Job Responsibilities

The Hazardous Cargo Inspector / Certifier will oversee the management, handling, certification, and oversight of hazardous material (HM), hazardous waste (HW), medical waste, and other regulated waste (ORW) operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and overseeing operations related to hazardous waste management, including HM, HW, ORW, and Medical Waste, in compliance with the Diego Garcia Final Governing Standards (DGFGS) and the Contractor’s accepted Discarded HM/HW/ORW Management Implementation Plan.
• Conducting and ensuring completion of initial and annual refresher training for all hazardous material handlers, waste disposal technicians, shippers, and transporters.
• Managing the collection, packaging, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and excess hazardous waste, ensuring safety and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Operating and overseeing the Hazardous Waste Storage Area (HWSA), Satellite Hazardous Waste Accumulation Points (SHWAPs), and the Hazardous Material Minimization (HAZMIN) Reissue Center, ensuring safe and compliant operations.
• Certifying outgoing shipments of hazardous cargo in accordance with federal and military hazardous cargo transportation regulations.
• Preparing and maintaining hazardous cargo documentation to ensure accurate identification, packaging, and labeling of hazardous materials per industry and regulatory standards.
• Performing inspections, audits, and quality control checks of HW/HM operations to ensure adherence to safety standards and compliance with official policies and procedures.
• Investigating incidents involving hazardous materials or waste, determining root causes, and implementing corrective measures.
• Remaining current with hazardous waste and materials training, including initial and biennial recertifications authorized through the Naval School of Physical Distribution Management, Oakland, CA, and the School of Military Packaging Technology, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• At least five (5) years of documented experience in hazardous materials, hazardous waste, medical waste, or other regulated waste management, handling, collection, transportation, or disposal.
• At least five (5) years of documented experience in operating hazardous material or waste facilities, including HWSA and HAZMIN Reissue Centers.
• Certification to inspect and certify outgoing hazardous cargo shipments obtained through initial and biennial refresher training from authorized programs: Naval School of Physical Distribution Management, Oakland, CA, or School of Military Packaging Technology, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.
• Strong knowledge of hazardous material and waste management standards, including applicable DGFGS regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for at least one (1) year from the time of hiring.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain them for the duration of deployment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Additional certifications or experience in waste management operations or training.
• Valid country driver’s license and passport.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and investigative skills.