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Diego Garcia: Electrical Utility Manager

Location Diego Garcia Category Construction Services Job Type Full time Job Id R2108214 Posted Date 06/23/2025
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Diego Garcia: Electrical Utility Manager

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Program Summary

KBR provides full-spectrum base operations support to Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, a remote location in the British Indian Ocean Territory. Our robust supply chain ensures on-time delivery of mission-critical supplies, and our team conducts essential port and airfield operations in this geographically complex environment. The KBR team is over 1,000 people strong, providing not only life support services such as water treatment, electricity, and telecom/antenna maintenance, but also quality of life services like Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) and an award-winning dining facility.

Job Summary

The Electrical Utility Manager is responsible for overseeing the full scope of operations, maintenance, personnel management, budgeting, and project execution related to the electrical utility systems in Diego Garcia. This position ensures the reliable and safe generation and distribution of electrical power to meet mission-critical requirements. The manager provides technical leadership for infrastructure projects, ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and leads quality assurance efforts across the department.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the electrical utility workforce, including staffing, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Oversee planning, budgeting, and execution of maintenance and construction projects.
  • Ensure continuous, reliable power generation and distribution.
  • Conduct technical risk assessments and ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety/environmental regulations.
  • Manage overhead and underground distribution systems, including installation, repair, and upgrades.
  • Maintain detailed records of operations, maintenance, inspections, and compliance.
  • Coordinate with engineering, safety, and operations teams to support mission requirements.
  • Lead or participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
  • Serve as the technical point of contact for electrical utility matters.
  • Participate in standby/on-call rotations as required to support continuous operations.
  • Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment.

Basic Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Must be able to conduct on-site technical risk assessments of the Electrical Utility System, and be thoroughly familiar with construction standards, operating procedures, policies, record-keeping practices, and code compliance.
  • Must be thoroughly familiar with electric utility overhead and underground distribution systems.
  • Must have an understanding of electrical utility environmental and safety regulations.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical personnel, both in writing and orally.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
  • Able to read and interpret Work Orders, parts requests, drawings/schematics/blueprints, and manuals to accomplish assigned duties.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical theory, NEC, NFPA, and OSHA safety standards
  • Comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910. These include but are not limited to, CPR and successful completion of Electrical Safety Training.
  • Pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field preferred.
  • Journeyman or Master Electrician License
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction & General Industry Safety Certification
  • NFPA 70E Certification
  • CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
  • Medium Voltage (MV) Electrical Distribution Systems Training
  • Generator Operations and Maintenance Certification
  • SCADA System Training
  • Arc Flash and Electrical Hazard Analysis Training
  • Environmental Compliance Training
  • Must have at least 10 years of documented experience on engine-driven generators rated at 1,000 kW to 4,400 kW 3-phase/60 Hz stationary diesel engine-driven generators and associated medium voltage electrical equipment/switchgear systems
  • Must have 10 years minimum experience in electrical distribution systems equivalent to the electrical distribution system on Diego Garcia.
  • Must have 10 years of documented experience in Quality Management and Administration. Experience must include accident and incident investigation.
  • All documented experience must be presented to the KO prior to contract performance start.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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