My role at SAMS Enterprise
As a Senior Project Manager and Marine Environmental Consultant at SAMS Enterprise, I manage and deliver multidisciplinary marine environmental projects for clients across the offshore renewables, ports and harbours, and research sectors. I oversee projects from proposal through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to a high technical standard, while contributing to tenders, technical reports and environmental assessments.
My specialist expertise is in marine mammals and underwater acoustics, supported by extensive international field experience as a Marine Mammal Observer (MMO), Passive Acoustic Monitoring Operator (PAMO) and Acoustic Technician. I have experience designing and delivering marine mammal surveys, analysing acoustic and environmental data, interpreting underwater noise assessments, and providing technical advice to support environmental compliance and sustainable marine development.
Relevant training
RYA Powerboat Level 2
RYA Day Skipper (tidal) practical
JNCC approved Marine Mammal Observer
PAM Operator
BOEM approved PSO (& PAM operator)
Relevant employment history
Since 2026 Senior Project Manager & Marine Environmental Consultant. SAMS Enterprise
2022-26 Senior Mammal Consultant. APEM Ltd
2022 Environmental Advisor, MMO/PAM. Freelance
2021-22 Field Manager / Junior Consultant. Ocean Science Consulting
2020-21 MMO / PAMO / ADDO / AT. Ocean Science Consulting
2019 Volunteer. Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust
2015 Cetacean Photo ID Intern. Massey University
Qualifications
2020 MSc Marine Mammal Science. University of St Andrews
2019 BSc (Hons) Marine Biology. University of Aberdeen, including an Erasmus Semester Abroad at the University of Norway UiT
2012 HNC Equine Studies. University of the Highlands and Islands