Geochemist

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description



Job Title Geochemist

Description

We are seeking Geochemist to help us grow our Mining Practice. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience and the ability to help build the practice. You must have an entrepreneurial attitude and enthusiasm for supporting business development and technical efforts to expand ADNOC market share.

Job Specific Accountabilities

Bachelor's Degree in Graduate degree in Geochemistry, Geology or closely related discipline, ideally with a strong quantitative background and mining related emphasis

Strong understanding of geology and chemistry

Strong data manipulation abilities including experience with data management tools (i.e., Excel, EQuIS, Access, Python, R)

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.

Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.

Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.

Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.

Proven record of accomplishment of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by ADNOC's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements; willingness to travel to domestic and international project locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with geochemical modeling codes (PHREEQC, Geochemist's Workbench, or MIN3P)

Academic knowledge of geology, geochemistry, surface water and groundwater interactions, hydrology, water treatment and physical and chemical hydrogeology

Experience in field data collection

Experience in laboratory analysis

Experience with data validation techniques for environmental data

Education and Licensure

Bachelor of Science degree in Geoscience (chemical), geology, geochemistry, water resources or hydrogeology. (required)

Advanced degree in same. (preferred)

Skill, Experience, and Qualifications

At least 10 years of mining and geological, minerals consulting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)

10 years of mining and consulting experience. (preferred)

Thorough knowledge and experience with local regulations, and good relationships with regulators. (required)

Regional visibility through involvement in professional associations or trade organizations. (preferred)

Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to mining facilities as needed. (required)

Culture Statement

ADNOC strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus a passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing Firm.

ADNOC is a great place to build a career. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then ADNOC may be the place for you.

Data Management:

Performs the QA/QC of technical data, interpreted and/or processed by the service companies.

Supports senior in data management activities including organizing and archiving of geological data and interpretation results in the corporate database.

Uses feedback to validate technical interpretation(s).

Contributes to the preparation of internal technical reports.

Participate in technical conferences and workshops, and contribute in publishing technical papers.

Operations:

Contributes to planning and follow-up of surface and borehole geological data gathering programs with the support of the subject matter specialists.

Generic Accountabilities

Supervision

No supervision role but participates in team discussions in order to help the team meeting the functional objectives.

Budgets

Observe the required for the preparation of the Function / Division / Department / Section budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver business objectives.

Observe the investigation for any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.

Implement approved Function/ Division/ Department/ Section policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Function/ Division / Department/ Section in line with the Company Performance framework.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

Contributes in the implementation of new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.

Work closely with the senior in order to identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.

Reports

Provide inputs to prepare progress reports for Company Management.

Communications & Working Relationships:

Internal

Daily communication with senior.

Regular communication with the engineers,

Regular communication with operation geologists and drilling engineers.

Occasional communication with the Team Leader and/or Manager

External

Occasional contact with Shareholder representatives.

Occasional contact with consultants and service companies on new developments of tools and interpretation methods.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Geosciences (Preferred Geochemistry).

Experience & Knowledge & Skills

10 years of experience

Worked in mainly on water aquifers, salt and brines.

Used in well-known industrial applications.

Exposed to different mining activities including data management, studies, and operations.

Group Company: ADNOC HQ

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1456130
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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