Jim Wright

Bachelor’s degree, Chemistry and Master’s, Industrial Hygiene

Began a career in the drilling industry in 1991 as a project safety officer for safety and environmental monitoring on Superfund sites for an international drilling contractor. This work took him to some of the most highly contaminated sites in the United States.

Career evolved into managing all aspects of safety, health, environment, and fleet management for worldwide drilling operations. Jim has designed and implemented world class safety systems for drilling operations in the US, Africa, Australia, Mexico, Canada, and South America.

MSHA-certified underground and surface mining instructor; American Red Cross-certified infant, child, and adult first aid / CPR instructor; OSHA-approved 10- and 30-hour construction safety trainer; and performance, off-road, and Smith SystemÒ driving instructor.

Currently sits on the National Drilling Association Safety Committee and held past positions as Chairperson / Member on the National Groundwater Association’s Professional Development, Safety Subcommittee.

2012 Safety Advocate Award by the National Groundwater Association.