Enviromental Scientist III

Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and advice on Technical, Operational, Safety, Security, Health, and Environmental (SSH&E) aspects of environmental data collection during field operations.
• Collection and analysis of environmental samples and data.
• Act as Marine Mammal Observer (MMO) or Protected Species Observer (PSO) during the seismic operation. A MMO/PSO shall be the individual who keeps watch for mammals during seismic operations.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to lower-level personnel who have the skills and qualifications below.
• Serve as the environmental expert for the Business Line.
  

Requirements:

• 10 years of previous experience in a closely related position; ExxonMobil experience preferred
• Must have exceptional technical skills to monitor and advise on technical aspects of data acquisition, sample preservation, processing, interpretation, classification, and reporting; including; logistics, operations, instrumentation, equipment, recording, and positioning
• Well-versed in SSH&E practices and processes for field operations
• Strong knowledge of sampling and preservation of water column, surficial and near surficial sediments for environmental, geochemical, or geological/geotechnical purposes
• Trained at observing and identifying marine mammals or in compliance with the most recent Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) guidelines (or other standards defined for the area of operations).
• Excellent communication skills, possess a high level of integrity, and willingness to build trust and accountability in inter-personal relationships while working in a team setting
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Proficient in current communication mediums and technologies (i.e., Microsoft Office, telecommunications, email, meetings)
• Be in good physical condition and shall comply with all project health and safety requirements (including any vendor, vessel, or country-specific certifications required to work offshore)
• Comply with requirements per the agreement.
• Certifications must be current and not due to expire for the anticipated duration of the project