Professional Placements: Senior Hydrogeologist - Schlumberger

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About Schlumberger Water Services
Schlumberger Water Services specializes in assessing, developing and managing the world’s water resources using the most powerful and cost-effective technologies available today. The dedicated team of engineers, earth scientists and other technical specialists provides comprehensive assessments of surface water and groundwater resources, practical engineering solutions for water related projects, and an awareness of environmental and sustainability issues that are key to successful water resource management.
Capitalizing on Schlumberger’s global presence and support infrastructure, Schlumberger Water Services has successfully completed numerous projects on five continents, helping to meet future water demands in a wide variety of environments and applications.

About the Senior Hydrogeologist Role
The person appointed to the Senior Hydrogeologist position will be responsible for a wide range of company activities. Project work will be varied and the candidate will be required to have strong skills in applied hydrogeology and hydrology and will need to undertake and manage all aspects of major site investigation programs including water resource investigations, mining hydrogeology evaluations, hydroecology and environment impact assessments. The candidate will help company management in developing a strong SWS team, manage their deployment on projects and be actively involved in maintaining quality and focused technical outputs form the team. Strong technical, business development, commercial, interpersonal, presentation and reporting skills are therefore required.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform project management duties including preparing and negotiating contracts and subcontracts, developing budgets, determining project scope, establishing schedules, assigning project staff, approving invoices, and other duties required to ensure quality and profitability
• Work with a team of technical experts and peers (Hydrogeologist, Geochemists, Modellers, and Project Engineers)
• Take a leading role in business development and client relationship management
• Prepare sound technical and commercial proposals
• Plan and execute field programs for groundwater studies and Environmental Impact Assessments
• Undertake investigation and analysis of hydrogeological systems to provide practical and pragmatic solutions for our clients
• Make site visits, prepare and write technical reports, prepare proposals and presentations as necessary
• Provide professional hydro-geological support for a wide range of domestic and potentially, international projects
• Work with clients, business developers, and delivery teams to ensure that deliverables meet client needs
• Provide coaching and mentoring to junior level staff and Field Technicians
• Actively participate in Industry congresses presenting Papers and Case Studies
• Consistently adhere to internal company processes and policies such as budgeting, human resources, legal restrictions, risk management, etc.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in designing and implementing hydrogeological investigations, analyzing data, and developing conceptual models
• B.Sc. in Earth Sciences or related subject with M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Hydrogeology or associated relevant discipline
• Excellent presentation, communication and report writing skills (English)
• Field experience in drilling and placement of monitoring wells, piezometers or extraction wells
• Field experience in techniques of pumping tests and data acquisition
• Experience in performing and analyzing aquifer hydraulic tests
• Experience in design and construction of water wells
• Experience in Modelling and Simulation techniques
• Broad experience in Mining (when hired for Mining Projects)
• Fluency in English

Life and Work at Schlumberger
A career with Schlumberger is rewarding; men and women from every background, who have ambition and ability, can progress to the most senior levels. Continue your career at Schlumberger secure in the knowledge that your efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Your Experience Plays a Key Role in Our Future
We value the unique perspective, knowledge and experience that you have built up throughout your career. We also realize that joining a new organization is never simple, especially for those in established careers. You have to weigh the risks as well as the opportunities, and most likely you have family issues to consider.

We are ready to Work with You
We are ready to work with you throughout this important process as you join our other experienced professionals in developing our industry leadership and continuing our success worldwide. We recognize that each employee faces unique professional and personal challenges. At Schlumberger, you have access to support and resources designed to meet your individual needs.
To apply to the position, complete the online form for the Senior Hydrogeologist.

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