ISCO Occupation Group 2133.7 Environmental Scientist

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Environmental Scientist: Environmental scientists identify problems and find solutions in order to minimize environmental hazards by performing analysis on samples such as air, water or soil. They advise on or develop environmental policies and aim to improve water supplies preservation and manage waste disposal sites. Environmental scientists perform environmental risk assessments and analyse the environmental impact of new solutions, construction sites or environmental changes ensuring the environmental regulations are followed.

Essential Skills

  • Collect Samples For Analysis
  • Carry Out Environmental Audits
  • Investigate Pollution
  • Advise On Environmental Risk Management Systems
  • Analyse Environmental Data
  • Conduct Research Before Survey
  • Scientific Research Methodology
  • Environmental Policy
  • Physics
  • Prepare Visual Data
  • Implement Environmental Protection Measures
  • Perform Environmental Investigations
  • Use Technical Drawing Software
  • Conduct Environmental Surveys
  • Advise On Pollution Prevention
  • Assess Groundwater Environmental Impact
  • Develop Environmental Remediation Strategies
  • Manage Environmental Management System
  • Conduct Environmental Site Assessments
  • Environmental Legislation
  • Pollution Legislation
  • Use Consulting Techniques
  • Ensure Compliance With Environmental Legislation
  • Environmental Management Monitors
  • Pollution Prevention
  • Environmental Threats


Optional Skills

  • Monitor Environmental Parameters
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Handle Chemicals
  • Engineering Principles
  • Mining, Construction And Civil Engineering Machinery Products
  • Address Public Health Issues
  • Have Computer Literacy
  • Manage Chemical Testing Procedures
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Biology
  • Work With Chemicals
  • Carry Out Training In Environmental Matters
  • Hazardous Waste Storage
  • Possess Visual Literacy
  • Consumer Protection
  • Inspect Industrial Equipment
  • Assess Environmental Plans Against Financial Costs


Alternative Names

  • Soil Scientist
  • Geological Technologist
  • Environmental Field Scientist
  • Environmental Chemist
  • Environmental Researcher
  • Geological Technician
  • Regulatory Compliance Environmental Professional
  • Ecosystem Restoration Project Manager
  • Mineral Technologist
  • Environmental Scientist Advisor
  • Green Infrastructure Analyst
  • Environmental Impact Expert
  • Field Scientist
  • Geologist
  • Environmental Surveyor
  • Mineral Technician
  • Land Survey Technician
  • Environmental Engineer


Higher Level