Rhea Shears is the STSE Officer at Oil Spill Response Limited (OSRL), focusing on the EMEA region. She holds a BSc Hons in Environmental Science and a Masters of Research in Ecotoxicology from the University of Portsmouth.
Since joining OSRL in 2019, Rhea has been involved in global oil spill response efforts, leading field surveys, clean-up operations, and supporting Incident and Crisis Management Teams.
In her current role, her focus is on the EMEA region driving the development and integration of scientific research and advanced technologies, leading initiatives that align with regional stakeholder engagement goals. Rhea engages with a wide spectrum of stakeholders across the EMEA region, including government agencies, non-profit organisations, academic institutions, and local communities. By fostering strong relationships and promoting collaborative efforts, she ensures that OSRL's projects reflect the needs and priorities of its members and stakeholders within the region.