Technical Operations Manager, Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT)

mag; Manchester; On-site; GBP 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A humanitarian organization is looking for a Technical Operations Manager to lead land release activities in conflict zones. The role involves overseeing operations, managing a dedicated team, and shaping strategic initiatives. Candidates should have extensive experience in mine clearance and EOD operations, along with an IMAS EOD Level 3 qualification. Benefits include a competitive salary, accommodation, and generous leave policies, all aimed at ensuring a significant impact in conflict-affected communities.

Benefits

Salary: £87,856 per annum

In-country accommodation

Minimum six weeks leave per year

Three international flights home per year

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mine clearance and EOD operations in conflict-affected environments.
• Proven ability to manage field operations and lead diverse teams.
• Solid understanding of mines, unexploded ordnance, and clearance techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee land release activities including community liaison and non-technical surveys.
• Shape country programme strategy and manage a dedicated technical team.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of MAG’s clearance work.

Skills

Mine clearance

EOD operations

Mentoring and training

Urban debris management

Technical knowledge transfer

Education

IMAS EOD Level 3 qualification

Demining qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

About the role :

As Technical Operations Manager, you will lead and oversee all aspects of land release activities – from community liaison and non-technical survey to clearance and EOD operations – ensuring they are delivered safely and in line with MAG’s standards. Working closely with the Head of Mission, you’ll help shape the country programme strategy and manage a dedicated technical team committed to reducing the threat of landmines and unexploded ordnance. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact in communities affected by conflict, combining operational leadership with strategic influence. You’ll face complex challenges that require innovation, resilience, and collaboration – and your expertise will directly contribute to saving lives and restoring livelihoods.

About you :

You bring extensive experience in mine clearance and EOD operations in conflict-affected environments, including managing field operations and leading diverse teams. Skilled in mentoring, training, and transferring technical knowledge, with a solid understanding of mines, unexploded ordnance, and clearance techniques, including new developments within the sector. Working closely with and reporting to the Head of Mission, you will provide technical input into proposals and reports, liaise with donors and government agencies, and ensure the quality and efficiency of MAG’s clearance work.

You hold an IMAS EOD Level 3 qualification as well as a Demining qualification (or equivalent suitable experience) with proven ability to operate in urban environments, conducting debris management and rubble clearance activities. It’s an advantage if you have experience in active conflict zones, familiarity with the Middle East, modern air-dropped weapons, and urban IEDD clearance. If you’re adaptable, proactive, and committed to MAG’s humanitarian mission, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact in the communities affected by conflict.

About the Occupied Palestinian Territories Emergency Response :

Extensive use of precision-guided weapons, air-dropped munitions, land surface ammunition, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in OPT has destroyed critical infrastructure and created a complex contamination profile. The risk associated with unexploded ordnance (UXO) will significantly impact reconstruction efforts, food security, and access to clean water. The MAG OPT Emergency Response aims to address these risks by educating communities, identifying, and clearing explosive hazards, and developing national capacity.

Benefits and further information :

MAG staff are rewarded with comprehensive benefits – you can read the candidate information sheet in the application pack for further details :

• Salary : £ 87,856 per annum including all allowances and this increases with service.
• Accommodation : MAG will provide accommodation in-country.
• Leave : We recognise our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. You'll have a minimum of six weeks out of the programme per year. This will increase to eight weeks our of the programme per year when the role transitions to being based in Israel, Gaza or the West Bank.
• Flights : MAG provides three international flights home per year. This will increase to four international flights home per year when the role transitions to being based in Israel, Gaza or the West Bank.
• Insurance : Programme based staff are automatically covered by MAG's comprehensive insurance package including : Personal accident and medical expenses insurance; Death by natural causes insurance and access to 24-hour medical assistance.

MAG will support the successful applicant with any visa or work permit required, including application, administration and costs, however applicants will need to be able to obtain these within a reasonable time period to be considered for the role, due to programme needs.

Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here . You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available through the link below.

MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. Women are encouraged to apply.