Steve Ossim
Perth,Australia
Summary
Skilled (hydro)geologist prepared for impactful roles in water, resources, and environmental projects. Strong focus on team collaboration, problem-solving, and achieving measurable results. Skilled in data analysis, report writing, and site investigations. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring seamless integration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Hydrogeologist
Rockwater Pty Ltd
Perth, Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Supervising drilling and construction of dewatering/production bores at various mine sites
- Collecting and analyzing hydrogeological parameters for geothermal heating systems
- Generating hydrogeological reports and performing aquifer studies
Professional Development and Sabbatical
Planned Career Break
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Completed software development study programs primarily in Python, JavaScript and SQL in order to augment existing scientific and professional skill sets
- Worked as a glacier guide on the Franz Josef Glacier in New Zealand
Project Geologist
Rincon Consultants
Los Angeles, California
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed environmental site assessments, groundwater studies, and remediation for contaminated sites throughout California and the southwestern United States
- Facilitated communication between clients and state/federal regulatory agencies
- Authored reports detailing environmental impacts to groundwater, soil, and air including suggested remediation strategies
Geologic Tourism Professional
Nordic Gateway
Norway
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Guided large groups on historic and geologic tours in English, Spanish, and Norwegian on a part time basis while completing Master’s degree
Arctic Research Scientist
Kronprins Haakon
Svalbard, Norway
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Conducted research of submarine methane deposits onboard state-of-the-art research vessel
- Collected and processed cores from the seafloor around Svalbard
- Oversaw cataloging and shipping of millions of dollars worth of core material
Associate Hydrogeologist
ERM
Irvine, California
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Oversaw the installation and development of groundwater monitoring wells
- Generated potentiometric maps detailing groundwater movement and contaminant migration
- Led emergency response team for catastrophic methane leak, Aliso Canyon gas leak
- Acted as lead on various remediation efforts and remediation system installations
Field Specialist
August Mack Environmental
Indianapolis, Indiana
01.2015 - 09.2015
- Conducted field investigations pertaining to contaminated groundwater, soil, and air
- Employed various groundwater sampling methods, acquired groundwater level data
- Acted as primary field hydrogeologist for field sampling activities on EPA Superfund Sites
Education
Master of Science, Geology
University of Tromsø
Tromsø, Norway05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, Michigan12-2014
Skills
- Extensive experience with geophysical data interpretation softwares and ArcGIS
- Hydrologic Modeling System (HEC-HMS) experience
- Experience operating various geophysical equipment including ground penetrating radar, seismographs, electrical resistivity, and Trimble GPS units
- Native English speaker, fluent in Norwegian and Spanish
- Positive-minded, collaborative, and self-motivated individual
- Field data collection
- Water quality assessment
- Technical report writing
- Drilling supervision
Timeline
Project Hydrogeologist
Rockwater Pty Ltd
01.2025 - Current
Professional Development and Sabbatical
Planned Career Break
08.2022 - 01.2025
Project Geologist
Rincon Consultants
04.2021 - 06.2022
Arctic Research Scientist
Kronprins Haakon
09.2019 - 11.2019
Geologic Tourism Professional
Nordic Gateway
05.2018 - 02.2021
Associate Hydrogeologist
ERM
01.2016 - 01.2018
Field Specialist
August Mack Environmental
01.2015 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Geology
Grand Valley State University
Master of Science, Geology
University of Tromsø