MSC Riding Gang Paint Supervisor

Job Description

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the U.S. government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking an MSC Riding Gang Paint Supervisor to support a unique U.S. Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary supervisor for Riding Gang paint crews performing preservation, coating, and surface‑prep work aboard MSC vessels.
• Coordinate daily work assignments, schedules, and task execution for paint teams while vessels are underway or in port.
• Oversee surface preparation, coating application, corrosion control, and preservation activities in accordance with MSC, Navy, and industry standards.
• Ensure proper use of paint materials, tools, PPE, and equipment, including sprayers, grinders, sanders, and blasting systems.
• Inspect completed work for quality, safety, and compliance with technical specifications and coating requirements.
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and documentation related to paint operations, material usage, labor hours, and safety compliance.
• Support onboarding, training, and safety briefings for Riding Gang paint personnel.
• Coordinate with ship leadership, engineering teams, and Amentum management to align paint activities with vessel maintenance schedules.
• Ensure all preservation and coating activities comply with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide regular updates to leadership regarding project progress, personnel status, and operational impacts.

Minimum Requirements

• 3 years of experience in marine painting, preservation, corrosion control, or related maintenance fields.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in coatings, corrosion control, or marine maintenance 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.

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

• Previous experience supporting MSC, maritime operations, shipboard maintenance, or Riding Gang programs.
• Familiarity with Navy preservation standards, coating systems, and corrosion‑control procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills.
• Experience supervising paint crews in shipboard or industrial environments.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.
• Ability to obtain country‑specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.

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, 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 to 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 their 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 the 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.