Lead UXO/EOD Specialist

WorleyParsons; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

WorleyParsons is seeking a Lead EOD/UXO Specialist to ensure MRI/landmine survey, detection, and clearance activities meet the highest safety and regulatory standards. You will provide technical leadership and QA oversight in alignment with IMAS and organizational requirements.

The role requires IMAS Level III+ certification or equivalent, 10+ years in UXO/EOD, and 5+ years in supervisory roles. Experience in the Middle East or North Africa and oil & gas projects is preferred.

Qualifications

• IMAS Level III+ certification or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ experience in the UXO/EOD sector.
• 5+ years’ experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of UXO safety, quality, and health & safety management systems.

Responsibilities

• Quality assurance monitoring of UXO and landmine clearance activities in accordance with IMAS and company standards.
• Perform and document quality control inspections and surveillance audits across all UXO operations.
• Implement and manage non conformance reporting, corrective actions, and verification processes.
• Apply inspection methodologies, including sampling techniques, to verify compliance with contract specifications.
• Establish and oversee phased control systems to ensure contractor readiness prior to each work phase.
• Conduct trend analysis and root cause analysis to drive continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Quality assurance

Contract management

Safety management

Technical oversight

Education

University degree

Job description

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Primary objective

The Lead EOD / UXO Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all UXO and landmine survey, detection, and clearance activities conducted by field contractors meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The role provides technical leadership, quality assurance oversight, and continuous improvement in alignment with International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) and organizational requirements.

Key roles and responsibilities

Quality assurance & compliance

• Conduct quality assurance monitoring of UXO and landmine clearance activities in accordance with IMAS and company standards.
• Perform and document quality control inspections and surveillance audits across all UXO operations.
• Implement and manage non conformance reporting, corrective actions, and verification processes.
• Apply inspection methodologies, including sampling techniques, to verify compliance with contract specifications.
• Establish and oversee phased control systems (preparatory, initial, and follow up) to ensure contractor readiness prior to commencing each work phase.
• Conduct trend analysis and root cause analysis to drive continuous quality improvement.

Technical oversight

• Provide technical oversight and evaluation of contractor performance in UXO surveys, geophysical investigations, and clearance operations.
• Ensure corrective actions are properly documented, tracked, verified, and closed.
• Support the implementation of safe and compliant systems for UXO identification, recovery, and disposal.
• Provide expert technical guidance on UXO detection technologies and methodologies across varying soil and environmental conditions.

Contract development & project support

• Support the development of UXO management strategies and contract specifications aligned with project and environmental requirements.
• Provide technical input into scopes of work, procedures, and contractor deliverables.
• Liaise with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure UXO risks are effectively managed.
• Experience in oil and gas operating environments is highly desirable.

Qualifications & experience

Mandatory requirements

• IMAS Level III+ certification or equivalent (e.g., military EOD qualification, DDESB-recognized institution).
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the UXO/EOD sector.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of UXO safety, quality, and health & safety management systems.

Preferred qualifications

• University degree in a relevant field.
• Practical experience in UXO geophysical surveys and clearance operations.
• Experience working in the Middle East or North Africa (MENA) region.
• Prior experience supporting oil & gas or infrastructure projects.

Core competencies

• Strong leadership and mentoring capability.
• Excellent reporting and documentation skills.
• High professional integrity and safety leadership.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
• Effective communication with contractors and stakeholders.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.