Ground Cargo / Freight Supervisor

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Ground Cargo / Freight Supervisor to manage freight and cargo operations for a U.S. Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role ensures safe, compliant, and efficient handling of all cargo, including hazardous materials, across air, sea, and ground transport.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise cargo‑loading services and ensure timely, accurate loading.
• Verify that vehicles transporting ammunition, explosives, dangerous goods, and HAZMAT meet NAVSEA OP‑2239, DOT, and FMCSA standards.
• Oversee packing, marking, and documentation of unclassified retrograde items per NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485.
• Manage freight terminal operations, including consolidation, storage, and shipment.
• Lead a dedicated Freight Forwarding Office and coordinate receipt, consolidation, and dispatch of materials.
• Conduct quality‑assurance inspections to certify regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and verify shipping documents such as manifests, bills of lading, and packing lists.
• Resolve loading or transportation issues, including equipment damage and improper packing.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and inventory reports for government review.

Required profile

• 4–6 years of experience in cargo‑loading, freight terminal operations, or transportation services.
• Previous supervisory or team‑lead experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comprehensive knowledge of cargo preparation, loading, and unloading for air, sea, and ground transport.
• Familiarity with military freight and logistics operations.

Required skills

• HAZMAT handling and documentation.
• Compliance with NAVSEA OP‑2239 regulations.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
• Understanding of NAVSUP Publications 700 and 485.