Nick Eckert

Assistant Geologist

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About me
Environmental Advisor - CEnvP
Education
- University of Adelaide
  2014 - 2014
  BSc (Honours) Geology First Class
  Activities and Societies: SPE, AusIMM, ASEG, AUSEG Investigating the deformation of submarine salt detachments within the Gulf of Mexico. The study involved applying seismic attribute analysis to traditional seismic volumes in order to identify sub-seismic resolution structural features. The resultant structural model may provide further insight into drilling implications surrounding oil accumulation and extraction.
- University of Adelaide
  2011 - 2013
  Bachelor of Science (Mineral Geoscience) Geology
  Activities and Societies: President Snow Ski Club, Geological Society, AusIMM, SPE,
- St Peter's College
  2001 - 2010
Experience
- Department of State Development - South Australia
  Dec 2012 - Feb 2013
  Assistant Geologist
  Project Details: Investigating the geochemical footprint surrounding iron ore, copper and gold (IOCG) deposits. The projects aim was to gain a better understanding of the lateral and vertical distribution of minerals surrounding IOCG deposits and to apply this to modern day mineral exploration.
- Core Exploration Ltd
  Mar 2015 - Dec 2015
  Graduate Geologist
  Conducting grassroots exploration for Ag and base metals within regional NT and SA. • Exploration program design and implementation• Constructing geological and regolith maps • Drill hole logging and interpretation• Work site rehabilitation, safety procedures and vehicle maintenance• Soil sampling, geochemical analysis and interpretation using GIS software
- JBS&G - Fast Capable Experts
  Dec 2015 - Jun 2018
  Project Scientist
  Site Assessments:• Telecommunications, Ports, Airports, Infrastructure, Developments, Agricultural Sites, Industrial Land and Petroleum.• Multi-site Assessments.• ESAs, PSIs, DSIs & Waste Classification.• Contaminant Plumes Identification: Solvents, Hydrocarbons, PFAS, etc.• Groundwater Assessment & Groundwater Monitoring Bores, Well Design, Sampling Practices etc.• Soils, Surface Water & Sediment Assessments: SAQPs, PFAS Impacts & Concentrations.• Vapour Assessment & Sampling Techniques.Due Diligence:• Hydrogeological & Environment Assessments.• Audit Reviews, Acquisitions & Environmental Obligations.Remediation:• Contaminant Plume Remediation.• Excavating Soils, Clean-Ups Guidelines, Chlorinated Hydrocarbons.• SWMS, JSA/JRA, HASP etc.• GIS & Conceptual Site Modelling. Show less
- Senversa
  Jun 2018 - Jul 2022
  - Associate Environmental Scientist
    Jun 2022 - Jul 2022
  - Senior Environmental Scientist
    Aug 2020 - Jun 2022
  - Project Environmental Scientist
    Jun 2018 - Aug 2020
- Adelaide Airport Limited
  Jul 2022 - Sept 2024
  Environmental Planner
  Project management and proving technical advice on a range of environmental considerations to inform infrastructure planning and delivery.
- Renewal SA
  Sept 2024 - now
  Principal Environmental Advisor
Licenses & Certifications
- Low Risk Driving Course
  Corporate Driver Training Australia
  Oct 2019
- From Risk to Remediation 2020: CRC CARE Online Masterclass on Contaminated Site Assessment, Management and Communication
  CRC CARE
  Sept 2020
- Ionising Radiation Apparatus
  Environment Protection Authority South Australia (SA EPA)
- 4WD Training - Mining Exploration 2 Day (MINEXP2) - (National Standards RIIVEH305D & RIIVEH201D)
  Adventure 4wd
  Aug 2015
- General Certified Environmental Practitioner (CEnvP)
  Certified Environmental Practitioner Scheme (org)
  May 2023
- Rail Industry Worker
  Australasian Railway Association (ARA)
  Feb 2019
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Nick Eckert
  Young Professionals Forum - Finalist ACLCA Jul 2017