Technical Advisor for Field Operations

Tetra Tech•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

The TA will report directly to the Tetra Tech Task Order Leader (TOL) on all operational support issues. The TA will be a qualified EOD Level 3+ operator tasked to support the UXO Lao HQ Operations Unit and the provinces. The TA will be based in UXO Lao’s operational provinces and support field operations across the UXO Lao operational work cycle. The TA-FO will also provide limited support to the NRA’s operations, quality management, and information management as requested by the NRA and approved by the TOL.

Requirements

Certificate of completion from a UXO or EOD program.
At least six years of specialized experience in CWD and/or HMA management.
Valid driver’s license and passport with at least 1 year before expiration.
Knowledge of applicable US DoD and IMAS standards, industry, and international best practices.
Overseas work experience required, preferably for two or more years.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred for senior-level positions.
IMAS Level 3 required, IMAS Level 3+ preferred.
Knowledge of Host Country requirements and culture is preferred.
Relative experience in Southeast Asia required, Laos preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide Technical Expertise: Deliver advanced EOD/UXO technical support to UXO Lao operations, ensuring compliance with IMAS and national standards.
Operational Oversight: Monitor and evaluate all aspects of survey, clearance, and EOD roving tasks through regular field visits; identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
Capacity Building: Mentor and develop local UXO Lao staff from Deminers to Provincial Coordinators, improving operational efficiency and adherence to best practices.
Work Planning & Coordination: Collaborate with UXO Lao’s provincial leadership to review monthly work plans, align priorities, and ensure timely completion of high-priority tasks.
Quality Management: Ensure teams operate according to UXO Lao SOPs and IMAS standards; support quality assurance and reporting processes.
Support Services Oversight: Monitor provincial support functions (finance, logistics, fleet, stores, HR/admin) to maintain operational readiness and compliance.
Reporting & Documentation: Maintain issue logs, brief senior management after field visits, and contribute to TBOM reporting and progress tracking.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside other Technical Advisors (Logistics, Finance, Information Management, and Quality Management) to integrate operational improvements.
Perform additional duties as assigned and required.