UXO Risk Manager and Strategy Lead

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UXO Risk Manager and Strategy Lead, Norwich

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Yes

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Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

About Venterra:

Venterra is a global wind energy services company, engineering, building and supporting major wind and renewables projects around the world. Our clear purpose: accelerate the global energy transition by becoming the go-to services provider and strategic partner for the rapidly expanding wind industry.

Our diverse team of experts is dedicated to making net zero a reality. We offer specialised services across the entire project lifecycle, including:

• Geoscience consultancy
• Design services
• Survey capabilities

By acquiring and bringing together leading offshore engineering and marine science companies like Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions, CAPE Holland, INSPIRE Environmental, Partrac and Ordtek, we provide the most comprehensive services and expertise in the market. And we're not done growing yet, which means there are plenty of exciting career opportunities on offer for our team.

At Venterra, sustainability, safety, and quality are prioritised in everything we do, reducing project risk, time, and cost for our clients.

• Shape the future of energy: Dive into groundbreaking renewables projects that are literally changing the world.
• Master the renewables landscape: Gain unique, full-spectrum experience from initial surveys to final construction.
• Go global, make waves: Our worldwide projects aren't just pins on a map – they're tickets to diverse experiences, cultures and challenges, with plenty of international travel opportunities on offer.
• Accelerate your career: We don't just talk about growth – we fuel it. Access cutting-edge training, mentorship from industry leaders, and a clear development path with opportunities to sharpen your skills in the renewables space.
• Be a force for good: Join a team where your values align with your work. We're committed to cultivating a culture of equality, diversity, and positive impact through our work.

By joining us, you'll play a direct role in growing the renewables sector while building a career in an exciting, global industry.

Our Geoscience team

Venterra’s Geoscience team is made up of market-leading experts from Ordtek, GDG, and Partrac. We offer unparalleled site characterisation, geoscience management, sediment processes, UXO management, and GIS and data services, tailored to meet the comprehensive needs of our clients.

Role Description:

Venterra’s Geoscience UXO management team provide services encompassing phases 1-8 of our Risk Management and Mitigation strategy. Depending on the specific needs of our clients, we tailor a bespoke approach to ensure that our overarching risk mitigation strategy is met. This encompasses a wide range of services, from initial risk assessments and chart production to GIS mapping, detailed analysis of geophysical data, and the provision of on-site specialists to supervise risk mitigation measures and subsequent actions, culminating in the final ALARP certification.

As Venterra’s UXO Risk Manager and Strategy Lead you will be responsible for providing expert guidance, oversight, and management of all UXO-related activities across projects within our Geoscience team. This includes technical assessments, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and ensuring all operations involving unexploded ordnance are conducted effectively and safely. The role demands a high level of expertise in UXO identification, handling, and mitigation, combined with strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Key responsibilities:

Technical Oversight

• Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on UXO operations, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical authority on UXO risk assessments and inherently understand how this risk strategically affects client projects.
• Review and approve UXO-related project plans, including risk assessments, method statements, and safety protocols.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all UXO activities align with local, national, and international regulations and standards.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, clients, and stakeholders to confirm compliance and address concerns.
• Identify and assess UXO-related risks in project areas and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support project teams in implementing effective control measures to minimize UXO risks.

Operational Support

• Input to the design of UXO surveys, clearance operations, and disposal activities as needed.
• Provide training and guidance to field teams on UXO identification, procedures, and safety practices.
• Maintain detailed records of UXO operations and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

Leadership and Communication

• Act as a primary point of contact for UXO-related queries within the organization.
• Deliver clear communication to teams, clients, and regulatory agencies regarding UXO risks, procedures, and progress.
• Support the development of junior team members and provide mentorship on UXO-related technical skills.
• Engage with the wider industry and provide commentary on social media, conferences and exhibitions.

Commercial

• Assist with technical guidance during the bidding phase.
• Attend client meetings online and in person within the UK and occasionally internationally, maintaining and nurturing relationships through frequent communication.
• Identify new opportunities, support business development, and pitch services to potential customers.

Education / Qualifications:

• Degree in Geophysics, Geoscience, or another relevant field.
• Formal Explosive Ordnance Disposal qualification would be desirable but not essential.

Right to Work:

Currently, we are only able to consider applicants who are authorized to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

At Venterra:

At Venterra, we are committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We take inclusion and diversity seriously. We know that getting this right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values. We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. We are an equal opportunity employer. Our vision is for Venterra to be a place where people of all ethnicities feel welcomed to work.