World Vision Job Vacancy For Geophysicist Technician

Job Description

Purpose of the position

• To contribute to the attainment of the organization’s water well drilling objectives, the Geophysics technician will carry out hydrogeological investigations in varying environmental settings.
• Communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

Key responsibilities 

• Conduct field geophysical surveys in different geological and hydrogeological environment
• Perform line operations of field geophysical surveys: laying out and picking up wire, injecting electrical current into the ground, collecting location and geophysical data, recording field notes, etc.
• Assist with field logistics to guarantee proper collection of location and geophysical information.
• Operate, troubleshoot and maintain field equipment.
• Assist with data processing, reduction and analysis using commercial and internal software packages.
• Assist with data management to ensure field deliverables are quality controlled and sent to the Field Geophysicist.
• Ensure efficient handling of all field equipment and their accessories and make sure they are always in good condition.
• Ensure that siting is completed in a manner that meets the objectives and standards of the organisation
• Provide and discuss weekly update on equipments’ performance status with hydrogeologist and in an effort to eliminate optimize and eliminate problems
• Ensure the operations are conducted in the best interest of the Organisation.
• Maintain effective and positive working relationship with others, cooperative and supportive team player, and work with a variety of people

Working Environment / Conditions

• Work environment: Field-based
• Travel: 20% Domestic/international travel is required.
• On call: 10%

Required Skills or Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

• HND graduate (minimum) with a minimum of one year experience in groundwater investigation, High School graduate with 3 years experience in the drilling industry.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (minimum B)
• Working knowledge of geology or geophysics may be beneficial.
• Computer literate: proficient in MS word, MS excel, etc
• Experience with compasses and GPS units

Other Competencies/Attributes

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work under pressure and without supervision
• Must be proactive with a high level of initiative, innovation, drive and a strong team player with interpersonal skills.
• Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
• Attend and participate/lead in daily devotions.
• Perform other duties as required