Desert Ecosystem Restoration Specialst

Excellent opportunity for a highly experienced Desert Ecosystem Restoration Specialist to join one of the World's Leading Energy Companies.

Ideal candidates will have Ph.D. in botany, desert horticulture, or desert ecosystem restoration or related discipline along with background in nature-based climate solutions, desert ecosystem restoration, and applied botany, solid industry experience with both international and national oil companies, significant relevant experience include of experience in biodiversity protection.

Location

This is permanent position based in Saudi Arabia and it comes with the provision of an exceptional relocation/accommodation package which extends to spouse and children. Benefits include competitive salary (low taxes), health and dental care.

You could be living in a warm climate with virtually frost-free winters, based in the City of Dhahran located on the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, within commutable distance of Bahrain. The Dhahran community offers detached modern homes within the complex and amenities include; Variety of Restaurants, Starbucks Coffee Shop, Supermarket, Bank, Florist, Health Care Centre, Recreation Centre (variety of sporting activities), Theatre. Approx. 40 min drive and you can enjoy time at the beach or marina.

Role Description

Environmental Protection Dept. (EPD) is seeking for a Senior Engineering Consultant to support company activities & projects. This role requires high-level strategic expertise, along with considerable technical knowledge of desert vegetation restoration. The UN has identified desertification (the loss of vegetation in arid ecosystems resulting in dust storms, sand movement, desert expansion, loss of agriculture, etc.,) as one of the three key challenges to sustainable development. It is a tremendous global concern, especially in the region. Restoring native plants in one of the hottest, driest places on earth at the hottest time in history, in some of the poorest soils in the world, using minimal water, is a major technical and strategic challenge. A strategy for using applied science to determine methods of growing native trees is also required.


Duties

Develop and implement a Company strategy for (i) restoring desert ecosystems degraded by legacy and ongoing Company activities, and (ii) the plantation of native trees, shrubs, and perennials on Company facilities and communities in water-scarce environments.
Provide high-level technical consultations related to nature-based climate change solutions, desert restoration, reforestation, desert plantations, ecosystem restoration in water scarce environments, carbon offsetting and sequestration, botanical survey, plant species recovery, and applied plant science.
Lead the evaluation, development, and/or implementation of new technologies that aid in desert restoration in Company areas.
Provide high-level strategic advice to help ensure the Company meets growing international requirements and expectations on biodiversity protection, such as UN Conventions on Combatting Desertification, Biological Diversity, Conservation of Migratory Species, and Protection of Wetlands, as well as national expectations, such as the Vision 2030, and the Company's environmental protection policy.
Shape Company policy by engaging corporate, industry, national, and international policymakers and by updating and developing Saudi Aramco engineering standards and procedures pertaining to desert ecosystem restoration.
Assure Company compliance with government environmental regulations by implementing standards, improving monitoring, leading environmental audits, and supporting projects and facility operations with regards to ecosystem restoration.
Enhance Company performance by deploying suitable desert ecosystem restoration technology, sharing knowledge, and reviewing project designs, environmental impact assessments, and environmental permits.
Foster Company stewardship by conserving natural resources, promoting public awareness of desertification and desert restoration issues, and building local capacities.
Build capacity within the Company by supporting the professional development and mentorship of less experienced engineers in the field of Desert ecosystem restoration.

Additional Candidate Requirements

Strong verbal and written English communication, presentation, and negotiation/influencing skills.
High-level social/emotional intelligence
Solid background in communicating with Executive Management, international delegations, and Company boards of directors
Experience in the Arabian Peninsula is desirable.

Please apply on-line with up to date CV





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