Ship Load Planner

About the role

Amentum is hiring a Ship Load Planner to support a specialized U.S. Navy program located on Diego Garcia. The position is part of a global organization that delivers advanced engineering, technical, and professional services to the U.S. government, allied partners, and critical infrastructure sectors.

What you will do

• Create precise cargo and container stowage plans that improve vessel loading and unloading while staying within operational limits and safety rules.
• Work closely with shipping agents, port officials, stevedores, and logistics teams to keep cargo moving on schedule.
• Collaborate with vessel masters and marine terminals to define stowage needs and maintain vessel stability, safety, and seaworthiness.
• Review freight manifests and confirm cargo sizes, weights, and special handling needs before placing items into the load plan.
• Use ship loading software to build and update stowage instructions and loading plans that make the best use of vessel space.
• Carry out inspections to check that loading follows the approved plan and that safety standards for equipment and personnel are met.
• Respond quickly to loading issues and adjust plans when unexpected situations affect vessel operations.
• Maintain detailed operational records covering cargo handling, load plans, material differences, and feedback from the field.
• Follow all safety, local, government, and international shipping rules throughout cargo-handling activities.
• Support strong teamwork and clear communication among everyone involved in shipping and pier operations.

Minimum qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in ship load planning, maritime logistics, materials handling, or vessel operations.
• High school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
• A valid passport is required, along with the ability to travel internationally.
• The passport must have at least one year of validity remaining at the time of hiring.
• Comfort using ship stowage planning software.
• Ability to pass contract medical screening and continue meeting those requirements throughout deployment.
• Ability to obtain and keep facility credentials or authorization.

Preferred background

• Experience working in austere OCONUS environments with a multinational workforce.
• A valid country driver’s license and passport.
• Any required country visa in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Experience in ship loading, cargo coordination, or maritime logistics.
• Understanding of international standards, including IMO and ISPS Code requirements.
• Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills to anticipate and fix loading or stowage issues.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ship planning tools such as CASP, MACS3, or similar systems.

Additional responsibilities and requirements

Safety: Every employee is expected to help maintain a safe workplace through ongoing safety awareness, required training, self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, emergency response participation, and involvement in safety committees or teams as needed.

Quality: Employees must follow the company Quality Policy and complete duties in line with applicable quality system documents and customer contract requirements. Team members are expected to understand their responsibilities related to quality management and customer satisfaction.

Procedure compliance: All employees are required to read, understand, and follow the operational, safety, quality, and environmental policies and procedures that apply to the role.

The role is based in Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines, and is intended for on-site work.