Technical Advisor (EOD & IEDD)

The HALO Trust

6h • $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity to join us as a Technical Advisor (EOD & IEDD). This is a forward based role which entails living and working permanently within a HALO programme providing training and operational support related to the disposal of explosive ordnance and improvised explosive devices.
The successful individual will be responsible for providing mentoring and operational support to programme teams on EOD and IEDD operations, acting as part of the referral chain, as well conducting quality assurance of EOD/IEDD operations, and delivering high-quality EOD and IEDD training that conforms to the relevant IMAS qualification frameworks and national standards (where applicable) in conjunction with HALO’s global EOD/IEDD technical advisors. In addition, they are also required to ensure the safety and compliance of the programme’s explosive store houses and central demolitions sites.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ROLE IS BASED ON-SITE IN SYRIA, AND CANNOT BE CONDUCTED REMOTELY

Requirements

• An extensive background in conducting EOD and IEDD operations and relevant military and/or civilian qualifications.
• Experience conducting EOD and IEDD operations in war damaged, urban environments
• Experience with disposal of improvised "conventional" munitions (e.g. improvised / craft made / augmented rockets/mortars, barrel bombs etc.)
• Experience delivering EOD and IEDD training. Previous involvement in the delivery of training courses based on IMAS EOD and IEDD competencies is desirable.
• Strong IT and general computer skills (particularly Microsoft Office).
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – you will need to quickly slot into established teams and work with and train people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures.
• The resiliency and stamina to cope with physically demanding and basic conditions.
• The proactive nature to be able to identify problems and address them, remain self-motivated, and work independently.
• The flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and short notice requests.
• The personal organisation to successfully manage multiple workstreams and projects.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Arabic.
• EOD IMAS 3+
• Chemical Ordnance
• Aerial Bombs
• Bulk Demolitions
• Guided Weapons
• Previous experience working in the Middle East.
• Experience using data analytics tools such as Power BI.
• Ammunition storage experience or a technical qualification in ammunition management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver EOD and IEDD training courses in conjunction with HALO’s global EOD/IEDD technical advisory team.
• Ensure that courses are delivered in accordance with the budget.
• Ensure the welfare, safety and security of training participants.
• Prepare and submit course reports.
• Maintain all materials and records in SharePoint and on Confluence as appropriate.
• Ensure programme EOD/IEDD operations are conducted in compliance with HALO’s global standard operating procedures for EOD and IEDD.
• Support programme EOD/IEDD teams in the planning and implementation of EOD and IEDD tasks, including regular field deployment to task sites.
• Conduct quality assurance visits to EOD & IEDD operational tasks.
• Conduct digital quality assurance of EOD & IEDD operations and statistical data using HALO’s global operations management information system.
• Provide advice to programme teams on complex disposal operations and supervise the development of task-specific procedures where required.
• Act as part of the task referral chain.
• If required, conduct EOD/IEDD operations directly.
• Provide technical expertise to support accident, incident and near miss investigations as required in conjunction with HALO’s Head of Training and Standards.
• Research new or new to HALO explosive ordnance hazards and produce technical briefings and documentation to support HALO’s operations in conjunction with HALO’s global EOD/IEDD technical advisory team.
• Conduct trials and produce reports on EOD/IEDD tools or methodology for consideration for adoption by HALO in conjunction with HALO’s global EOD/IEDD technical advisory team.
• Ensure safety and compliance of programme explosive store houses, central demolition sites, and free from explosives training aids.
• Any other tasks required and defined by the Programme Manager.
• Ensure familiarity with and adhere to all HALO policies and procedures.
• Undertake the role in a manner appropriate to the cultural context and within the local legal framework.
• Understand and uphold the standards outlined in HALO’s safeguarding policy, acting with due care and attention to safeguard the well-being of anyone that comes into contact with HALO’s work and reporting concerns if they arise.
• Discharge duties and responsibilities under HALO’s health and safety procedures.
• Carry out any other duties as directed to meet programme standards and operational requirements

Benefits

• Living overseas allowance.
• Shared accommodation in a rented HALO apartment or house, provided at nil cost plus food allowance.
• 49 days annual leave per year, increasing to 56 days after 2 years’ service.
• Three economy return flights to the member’s official home address (or an alternative location up to an equivalent cost).
• Private medical health cover.
• Insurance package: life assurance and emergency medical insurance, including evacuation and repatriation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed