IMAS EOD Dive Instructor - Ukraine

Tetra Tech•Knoxville, TN

9h•Remote

About The Position

Tetra Tech is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Dive Instructor to support its Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) Program in Ukraine. The successful candidate will form part of a specialist training team responsible for delivering theoretical and practical instruction in military diving, underwater EOD/IEDD, underwater search techniques, and associated engineering capabilities to host-nation personnel. The role requires a highly motivated and adaptable individual with proven international experience, capable of working in demanding and austere environments while contributing to long-term national capacity development and sustainable operational capability.

Requirements

Military or equivalent diving qualification from a recognized military diving establishment.
Formal military or civilian instructional qualification and certificate.
Underwater engineering, hydraulic tools, cutting equipment, construction and demolition.
Minimum IMAS EOD Level 3 qualification, or equivalent military/civilian certification from an internationally recognized training establishment.
At least 100 logged diving hours.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Must be fluent in English – written and verbal.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Calm and effective under pressure.
Proven ability to operate in arduous overseas environments.
Professional and culturally aware approach.
Ability to work effectively with interpreters and multinational teams.
Underwater EOD.
Self-Contained Air Diving Equipment (SCUBA).
Open Space Diving Systems.
Underwater search techniques.
Experience delivering theoretical and practical military or commercial dive instruction.
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD).
Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD).
Dive Supervision.
ROV operations.
Decompression chamber operations.

Nice To Haves

40-hour and/or 8-hour HAZWOPER certification
Boat operator (internationally recognized) qualification.
First-Aid qualification.
Dive equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

Deliver theoretical and practical instruction across all diving competencies up to Dive Supervisor level.
Deliver training in EOD/IEDD operations.
Provide training in underwater search techniques and engineering equipment.
Produce and maintain lesson plans and instructional packages.
Mentor national personnel during live operational diving activities.
Support host-nation capacity development.
Identify opportunities for continuous operational improvement.
Utilize Survey123 or equivalent reporting platforms.
Maintain compliance with IMAS, SOPs, and Tetra Tech procedures.
Undertake additional duties as required.