UXO Safety Officer | Environmental Management [USACE038043]

ProSidian Seeks a UXO Safety Officer | Environmental Management [USACE038043] - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt Technical Element Basis Engagement Team | Environmental Specialist Level III Labor Category - High Level Exempt Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 541620 - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt Technical Element Basis located CONUS - Ten (10) States: Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming Across The Mid West Region supporting a federal agency within the Dept of Defense whose geo area encompasses a vast geographic region that includes all or parts of ten states: Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming to provide critical engineering services to strengthen national security, support economic growth, and mitigate disaster risks focusing on flood management, environmental restoration, and military construction across the Missouri River Basin.  The USACE NWO mission is to deliver vital engineering solutions, in collaboration with partners, to secure the nation, energize the economy, and reduce disaster risks by focusing on a diverse array of missions, including flood risk management, navigation, hydropower, environmental restoration, and regulatory oversight.

Seeking UXO Safety Officer candidates with relevant Environmental Management Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Environmental Management Sector Clients such as USACE.  This as a Technical Element or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Environmental Remediation Services (ERS) (UXO Safety Officer) in the Environmental Management Industry Sector focusing on Environmental Services Solutions for clients such as Department of Defense (DoD - USACE) | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Northwestern Division, Omaha District (USACE NWO) Area of Responsibility (AOR) Generally Located In CONUS - Ten (10) States: Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming and across the Mid West Region.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - UXO Safety Officer | Environmental Management [USACE038043]

Implement and enforce safety protocols in UXO operations; conduct safety training; monitor compliance. Unexploded Ordnance (UXO)  Qualified Personnel:  The Senior Unexploded Ordnance Supervisor (SUXOS), Unexploded Ordnance Safety Officer (UXOSO), and Unexploded Ordnance Quality Control Supervisor (UXOQC) (Resumes may be required at the task order level) shall be employees of ProSidian Consulting (The Prime Contractor) or submit a Letter of Commitment signed by the UXO employee at the time of Task Order RFP.

Responsibilities and Duties:

 --            Implement and enforce safety protocols across all UXO operations, ensuring compliance with DoD and project-specific safety standards.

 --            Conduct safety briefings, training sessions, and risk assessments for UXO personnel.

 --            Monitor on-site activities to identify and mitigate safety hazards related to UXO operations.

 --            Investigate incidents and near-misses, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

 --            Maintain and update safety documentation, including risk assessments, safety plans, and incident reports.

The designee shall be qualified IAW DDESB TP 18.

Department of Defense (DoD) Explosives Safety Board Technical Paper 18 (DDESB TP 18) stands for. DDESB TP 18 is a guideline document published by the DoD that provides standards and procedures for the qualification and training of personnel involved in Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) operations.  DDESB TP 18 serves as the authoritative guideline for qualifying UXO personnel, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to safely conduct ordnance disposal and related tasks.  Importance: This technical paper is crucial for maintaining safety standards in environments where unexploded ordnance or other explosive hazards are present, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring compliance with DoD safety protocols.

Key Points about DDESB TP 18:

 --            Purpose: The document sets forth the minimum qualifications, training requirements, and experience necessary for UXO personnel to ensure safe and effective operations in explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) and related activities.

 --            Content: TP 18 includes detailed information on the different levels of UXO technicians, supervisors, and safety officers, specifying the required certifications, experience, and training for each role.

 --            Compliance: Adherence to TP 18 is mandatory for all UXO operations conducted by or on behalf of the Department of Defense. It ensures that personnel are adequately trained and qualified to handle explosives safely and effectively.