Technical Advisor for Field Operations

Tetra Tech•Knoxville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tetra Tech is seeking Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) or Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel to serve as a Technical Advisor for Field Operations (TA-FO) on an international project in Lao People’s Democratic Republic. The TA will report directly to the Tetra Tech Task Order Leader on operational support issues and support UXO Lao’s Headquarters Operations Unit and provincial operations. The role is based in UXO Lao’s operational provinces and supports field operations throughout the UXO Lao operational work cycle. The TA may also provide limited support to the National Regulatory Authority’s operations, quality management, and information management when requested by the NRA and approved by the Task Order Leader. The position provides advanced EOD/UXO technical support, operational monitoring, mentoring and capacity building, work-planning coordination, quality management, and oversight of provincial support functions. The TA documents operational issues, briefs senior management following field visits, contributes to reporting and progress tracking, and collaborates with other technical advisors. Work is predominantly field-based in rural locations, with some office time for reporting and meetings. TAs work three weeks on (21 consecutive days) and one week off, with working hours of 0800–1600.

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 one year remaining before expiration.
Knowledge of applicable U.S. Department of Defense and IMAS standards, industry practices, and international best practices.
Overseas work experience; two or more years is preferred.
IMAS Level 3 certification is required.
Relative experience in Southeast Asia is required.
Ability to work in challenging field conditions, including prolonged periods on uneven terrain in a hot and humid climate.
Physical robustness and ability to sustain activity under intense operational demands and function effectively in environments focused on explosive ordnance disposal.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree for senior-level positions.
IMAS Level 3+ certification.
Knowledge of host-country requirements and culture.
Experience in Laos.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced EOD/UXO technical support to UXO Lao operations and ensure compliance with IMAS and national standards.
Monitor and evaluate survey, clearance, and EOD roving tasks through regular field visits; identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
Mentor and develop UXO Lao personnel, from Deminers to Provincial Coordinators, to improve operational efficiency and adherence to best practices.
Collaborate with UXO Lao provincial leadership to review monthly work plans, align priorities, and support timely completion of high-priority tasks.
Ensure teams follow UXO Lao SOPs and IMAS standards and support quality assurance and reporting processes.
Monitor provincial finance, logistics, fleet, stores, and HR/administration support functions to maintain operational readiness and compliance.
Maintain issue logs, brief senior management after field visits, and contribute to TBOM reporting and progress tracking.
Collaborate with Technical Advisors in Logistics, Finance, Information Management, and Quality Management to integrate operational improvements.
Provide limited support to NRA operations, quality management, and information management when requested by the NRA and approved by the Task Order Leader.
Perform additional duties as assigned and required.