- Graduate of a recognised EOD school or equivalent civilian qualification with at least 200 hours formal instruction.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
- Australian citizenship and ability to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance.
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Description
Job Opportunity:ÌýExplosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) / UXO TechnicianÌýÌýÌý
Permanent Full-Time | Permanent Part-Time | Casual Australia-Wide Deployment OpportunitiesÌý
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ABOUT USÌý
OPEC Systems is one of Australia’s leading Explosive Ordnance Remediation companies, delivering specialist solutions across theÌýprivate,Ìýdefence, infrastructure, energy, resources, and environmentalÌýsectors.ÌýWeÌýprovideÌýa comprehensive range ofÌýUXOÌýservices including complex site remediation,Ìýassessment and managementÌýandÌýgeophysical surveyÌýandÌýreconnaissance.ÌýOPECÌýoperatesÌýthroughout AustraliaÌýandÌýtheÌýAsia-Pacific regionÌýsupporting clients inÌýtheÌýsafe and effectiveÌýmanagement and remediation of their explosive ordnance risks.Ìý
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ABOUT THE ROLEÌý
We areÌýseekingÌýhighly motivated and experienced EOD / UXO Technicians to support the delivery of UXO and Explosive Ordnance Material (EOM) identification, survey, remediation, and risk management projects across Australia.Ìý
This is a hands-on field-based role offering diverse and challenging work in a safety-critical environment, working alongside experienced professionals.Ìý
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RESPONSIBILITIESÌý
- Conduct UXO clearance, field validation, safetyÌýsupportÌýand remediation operations.Ìý
- IdentifyÌýmilitary munitions, explosive remnants of war (ERW), and associated components.Ìý
- Excavate and investigate subsurface anomalies and UXO targets.Ìý
- MaintainÌýaÌýstrong adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.Ìý
- Plan/conductÌýrisk management and mitigation activitiesÌýÌý
- Prepare field documentation, technical reports, and project records.Ìý
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SKILLS & EXPERIENCEÌý
EssentialÌý
- Graduate of a recognised Military Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) School or equivalent civilian qualification consisting of a minimum of 200 hours of formal instruction.Ìý
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.Ìý
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Ìý
- Excellent communication, reporting, and problem-solving skills.Ìý
- Ability to work outdoors in remote locations, variable terrain, and challenging environmental conditions.Ìý
- A strong interest in developing leadership capabilities, with a view to progressing into supervisory and project management rolesÌýÌý
- Hold current Manual Drivers Licence or willing to obtain.Ìý
- Australian citizenship and ability to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance.Ìý
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JOIN A REWARDING CULTUREÌý
We are a family business and aÌývalues-basedÌýcompany. Some benefits to working for us include but are not limited to:Ìý
- Competitive hourly rates.Ìý
- Attractive project and travel allowances.Ìý
- Flexible employment options (full-time, part-time, and casual).Ìý
- Career development pathways into senior technical, supervisory, and project management roles.Ìý
- A supportive, collaborative, and professional team environment working alongside ex-defence personnel.Ìý
- A strong commitment to safety, quality, diversity, and inclusion.Ìý
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HOW TO APPLYÌý
Please click on apply and complete the online application form or send your Cover Letter and Resume toÌýcareers@opecsystems.comÌýÌý
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OPEC Systems and its subsidiaries are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI and other diversity groups.Ìý
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