Port Control Tower Watch

About the role

The Port Control Tower Watch will oversee harbor traffic on Diego Garcia, ensuring safe and orderly vessel movements while supporting a critical U.S. Navy program. This position requires coordination of docking, mooring, and communication for all marine traffic in a remote, austere environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assign docking and mooring spaces and maintain navigable channels.
• Enforce marine ordinances and conduct related studies.
• Operate communication networks for all vessel traffic.
• Maintain accurate logbooks, records, and reports of harbor activities.
• Coordinate emergency assistance and manage requests for harbor services.
• Supervise maintenance of markers, buoys, floats, and submit equipment requisitions.
• Survey and record vessel types, sizes, and usage of harbor facilities.

Required profile

• Minimum four (4) years of experience in law enforcement, marine conservation, marine transportation, marine construction, commercial fishing, or as a U.S. Navy seaman.
• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid passport (minimum one year validity) and ability to pass contract medical requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorizations.

Required skills

• Knowledge of nautical calculations and terminology.
• Experience operating marine communication systems.
• Understanding of harbor facility operations and maintenance.
• Possession of a U.S. Coast Guard Master’s license (preferred).

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a unique U.S. Navy program in a remote overseas location.
• Exposure to a multi‑national workforce in an austere environment.