Responsible for developing and outlining the overall strategy and objectives of the program and ensuring that all dependent projects are aligned with and contributing towards those objectives.

Area of Work:Mine action service in support of the mandate of the UN Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS).Description of Duties:Coordination of mine action activities with local authorities, UN agencies, and national and international Non-Government Organizations (NGO’s).Planning and oversight of the implementation of mine action activities according to priorities of stakeholders and local communities – EORE, Land Release and Victim Assistance.Regular monitoring of mine action teams to improve the performance and ensure delivery of quality mine action services.Capacity building of national demining teams.Ensure national mine action standards and procedures are applied throughout the implementation of mine action activities.Prepare and deliver training management packages for Basic Demining, EOD level 1, 2, and 3 courses.Participate in UN joint assessment missions to the area of responsibility (AOR).Conduct an assessment, survey, and record explosive ordnance (EO) contamination in the AOR.Deliver EO Risk Education courses to UN field personnel and staff of national and international NGO’s.Provide input on developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).Utilize demining machines in land release operations, specifically road and route clearance.Maintain communication channels with all stakeholders on a regular basis.Report progress, achievements, challenges, and issues to UNMAS Sudan.Conduct information analysis on the progress of the mine action implementation plan.Follow the humanitarian mine action agenda for post conflict areas.

Area of Work100% UXO Digital Geophysical Mapping (DGM) Survey and Clearance of Oil Lakes and Oil Contaminated Soil Piles and Associated Works on the Kuwait Environmental Remediation Project (KERP):• Oil Lakes measuring 5,951,712 m2,• Oil Contaminated Soil Piles (OCP) measuring 557,272 m3.Description of DutiesPlan the execution of activities according to the Project Schedule:• Land Survey: Boundary Marking and Topographical Survey.• DGM Survey: Land based systems and Water based systems. • Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD): Visual survey,• Removal of munition and non-munition debris, Investigation of anomalies, Battle Area Clearance.• Mechanical excavation, screening and UXO clearance of OCP,• Transportation and stockpiling of cleared soil from OCP.Ensure the production of UXO Survey and Clearance Operations is at the optimal rate:• Allocate resources to effectively execute the Project Plan,• Monitor results by means of reports, site verification visits and progress review meetings.Coordination of field activities with project support and project control sections:• Geographic Information System (GIS),• Human Resource Management,• Logistic Management,• Planning,• Quality Assurance and Quality Control according to International Mine Action Standards (IMAS) and Kuwait National Focal Point (KNFP) Procedures and Protocols for Commercial EOD in KERP,• Quantity Surveying.Ensure that all activities are carried out in the most environmentally friendly way, with utmost care for the health, safety, security and welfare of all staff:• Environment Impact Assessment,• EOD Safety Measures,• HSE Procedures.

Area of WorkUXO Geophysical Survey, Demining and Clearance of Heavily Oil Contaminated Soil in the KERPDescription of DutiesThe Unexploded Ordnance Safety Officer (UXOSO) is responsible for ensuring the safety of site personnel performing unexploded ordnance disposal. Oversight of unexploded ordnance (UXO) and materials presenting potential explosive hazard (MPPEH) identification, segregation and handling operations & site safety activities, including certification of residue as free of MPPEH. Prepare monthly project safety reports, maintain record of UXO/MPPEH items recovered and coordinate disposal of UXO/MPPEH items. The MECHEM UXO Safety Officer is responsible for the following activities:• Conducting on site safety, health and ordnance related training for MECHEM personnel;• Identifying and evaluating any known or potential safety problems that may interfere with or interrupt site operations and endanger site personnel;• Issue instructions when potential imminent environmental safety and health risks exist or for reasons specified in the Project Site Specific Environmental Safety and Health Plan (HSE Plan);• Consult with the Senior UXO Supervisor (SUXOS) on identifying and implementing any necessary safety related corrective actions:• Coordinating with the SUXOS for the implementation of the safety requirements in the HSE Plan;Ensuring that all site activities are conducted in accordance with the Work Plan, KNFP Protocols for Commercial EOD in KERP and IMAS.

Area of WorkDemining and Bush Clearance of the New Transmission Line Servitude, Cahora Bassa Overhead Line-Strengthening Project – Save River Crossing:• Demining of 315,818 m2,• Bush clearance of access routes & tower sections: 94,020 m2.Description of DutiesPlan the operation per the Scope of Work,Level 1 Survey:Liaison with local authorities: Administrative post, Police, Ministry of Agriculture.Community Liaison:• Medical clinic,• Leaders of villages,• Residents.Technical Survey (IMAS),Mechanical and manual bush clearance.Organize groupings with personnel and equipment to continue with operations in the area of responsibility. Lead all personnel in the accurate and efficient execution of operations.Quality Assurance and Quality Control according to IMAS and Mozambique National Demining Institute (IND). Implement the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management Plan. Ensure Compliance to all Environmental Legal Commitments:• Sensitive receptors,• Culturally sensitive areas.

Area of WorkDemining and Bush Clearance for Mozambique Gas to Power Plant (MGtP) Project. Contracted by Sasol, an international oil and gas company - To Make the Site Safe for ‘Advanced Works’ which entail In-Field Investigations for the environmental impact assessment and preliminary Geo technical and Engineering Investigations.• Transmission line servitude: ‭4,375,000‬m2,‬• MGtP Site: 350,000 m2,• Access road servitude: ‭21,000‬ m2,‬• Gas pipe line servitude: 14,000 m2.Description of DutiesPlan the operation per the Scope of Work,Organize groupings with personnel and equipment to continue with operations in the area of responsibility:• Survey team with deminer support,• Mine clearance group,• Bush clearance group,• Mine Detection Dog Team (MDDT),• Environment Site Officer,• Community Liaison Officer,• Security Services,• Camp Management,• Logistic Support.Lead all personnel in the accurate and efficient execution of operations. Control operations with Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures. Implement the OHS Management Plan. Ensure Compliance to all Environmental Legal Commitments:• Sensitive receptors,• Culturally sensitive areas.

Area of WorkDemining and Bush Clearance of the New Transmission Line Servitude, Cahora Bassa Overhead Line-Strengthening Project – Limpopo and Nuanetse river crossings:• Demining of 353,400 m2,• Bush clearance of access routes & tower sections: 51,440 m2.Description of DutiesPlan the operation per the Scope of Work,Organize groupings with personnel and equipment to continue with operations in the area of responsibility:• Survey team with deminer support,• Mine clearance group,• Bush clearance group,• Mine Detection Dog Team (MDDT),• Environment Site Officer,• Community Liaison Officer,• Security Services,• Camp Management,• Logistic Support.Lead all personnel in the accurate and efficient execution of operations. Control operations with Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures. Implement the OHS Management Plan. Ensure Compliance to all Environmental Legal Commitments:• Sensitive receptors,• Culturally sensitive areas.

Area of WorkCamp Management and Security Capacity Services for United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)Duties:The efficient management of the resources and services in the compound; catering, cleaning, maintenance, mechanical, medical and security services. Manage SHE risks and drive accountability for SHE issues.Responsible for the conduct of all of the MECHEM staff to include:• Under guidance from the MECHEM Head Office deal with HR matters to include leave and rest, duty rosters, staff discipline, pay and allowances, travel, security, appropriate insurance cover, medical and general welfare of the personnel;• The supervision of all staff during the conduct of their duties;Responsible for and ensure all tasks and duties are conducted in an efficient and timely manner to internationally accepted standards.Safety Officer for an EOD Task Team.

Area of Work: Mine Action operations for United Nations Mine Action Coordination Centre (UNMACC) in the United Nations Stabilization Mission MONUSCO.Description of Duties:Plan mine action operations according to the Scope of Work and tasks received from UNMACC: BAC, CL, EOD, GMAA, MGP, MMC, MRE, NTS and TS. Organize groupings with personnel, budgets and equipment to continue with operations in 5 UNMACC regions over vast distances simultaneously. Lead all personnel in the accurate and efficient execution of operations according to IMAS, DRC National Technical Standards and Guidelines (NTSG) for Mine Action and company SOP. Control operations with Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures. Report the results of operations to UNMACC according to prescribed procedures including IMSMA. Safety Officer in bulk demolition tasks for UN contingents. Develop the capacity of national staff with accredited mine action courses presented locally in the DRC. Provide input on the contents of the NTSG to the UNMACC QA Officer. Maintain the partnership and coordinate the activities of a DRC national mine action organization SY.L.A.M (Synergie de Lutte Antimines et Bombes). These activities include project implementation, training, materials development, monitoring, evaluation and quality assurance as well as financial management. Manage explosives and accessories required to execute mine action tasks. Chairman in Boards of Inquiry.

Area of Work: Logistic support to Mine Action groupings in the UN peacekeeping mission MONUC. It required procurement and air transport arrangements from Uganda and South Africa. Duties:Responsible for the procurement, distribution and control of commodities to different groupings in the DRC. Support the planning of mine action operations. Distribution of mine action equipment, explosives and rations according to the nature of the task. Monitoring the serviceability of equipment. Minimize SHE risks. Maintain equipment reserves. Management Information: Keep inventories of commodities received and issued: MECHEM, MONUC, UNOPS, United Nations Mine Action Coordination Centre (UNMACC) and MECHEM groupings in the DRC. Procurement: Purchases and distribution of commodities from Uganda to the DRC. Finances: Monthly and annual budgets for the procurement of commodities: Operational equipment, Camp equipment, Rations, Vehicles. Issue financial reports and reconcile the utilization of funds. Investigate logistical incidents to determine losses and negligence. Fire Picket Leader and First Aider for Emergency Evacuation Plan.

Increase turnover through different marketing strategies and activities. Ensure all personnel and commodities conform to the OHSE policies and legal requirements of the mining industry. Receive and deliver products. Routine visits to clients and prospecting for new clients. Ensure proper stock control. Total bookkeeping excluding financial statements. Keep records of all business related documents.

Listing, marketing and selling of properties in a fast developing region of South Africa. Assist purchaser with bond application and financial arrangements. Supervise registration process.

Area of Work: Training Management:Duties:Manage ± 85 annual courses presented to ± 1600 students at a variety of locations inside the country. The scope of students is soldiers, NCO's, warrant-officers and officers including graduates. Presentation includes planning, organizing, instruction, evaluation and course administration. Acted as liaison officer for training with British Military Advising Training Team (BMATT) to ensure proper integration of statutory and non-statutory forces into SANDF. Research and Development: Identifying the need and developing new courses. Media: Ensuring different types of training aids to support training objectives.Human resources: Recruiting, training and managing staff officers. Appointed by Officer Commanding School of Engineers as a member or chairman in various Boards of Inquiry. Acted as trial officer for offences by military personnel. Area of Work: Commanding Officer of Officer Training Wing.Duties:Plan, organize and control training presented to 500 soldiers and 180 candidate officers (CO's); the majority of the CO's were graduates and post graduates. The scope of courses was basic training, junior leader training and military engineer training. Clear All Arms of Service shooting range – small arms to Air Force and Navy ERW. Safety officer on both demolition sites and rifle shooting ranges.Area of Work: Engineer Troop CommanderDuties:Road sweeping operations with mine protected vehicles and mechanical equipment. Investigation and clearance of residential areas after mortar and rocket attacks. Clearance of minefields around power lines. Clearance of minefields with battle tank rollers. Breaching minefields using mechanical equipment. Recording and reporting minefield clearance activities. Clearance of arms cashes in Namibia and Angola. Destruction of bulk ERW. Training UNTAG forces in Mine Risk Education during the UN Field Mission in Namibia.

Appointed as cashier, ledger clerk and manager of an agency.

Area of Work: Military OperationsDuties:Commander of engineer parachute soldiers for quick reaction purpose. Verify routes between towns are safe from landmines using mechanical assets. Clear routes from landmines. Clear arms caches and destroy bulk ammunition. Destroy UXO's reported by the authorities and local population. Investigate sites after bomb explosions. Engineer support to forces of Joint Monitoring Commission in Southern Angola. Organize the simultaneous transfer of 200 soldiers with weapons and equipment by aircraft as well as other individual transfers by air.