Rick Irving
About Rick Irving
Rick Irving serves as the Vice President of New Ventures and Sales at PGS, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in geophysics and sales, having worked in various roles at PGS across multiple regions for over two decades.
Current Role at PGS
Rick Irving serves as the Vice President of New Ventures and Sales at PGS, a position he has held since 2020. Based in Perth, Western Australia, he focuses on driving new business opportunities and expanding sales initiatives within the organization. His extensive experience in various roles at PGS equips him with a comprehensive understanding of the company's operations and market dynamics.
Previous Positions at PGS
Rick Irving has held multiple roles at PGS throughout his career. He was the Country Manager for Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and Timor-Leste from 2018 to 2020, overseeing regional operations. Prior to that, he worked as a Geophysical Project Manager in Perth from 2014 to 2018, and as a Regional Data Processing Sales and Marketing Manager for the Asia Pacific region from 2011 to 2014 in Singapore. His earlier roles include Processing Supervisor in Cairo and Depth Imaging Supervisor in the United Kingdom.
Education and Expertise
Rick Irving earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Geophysics from Curtin University, where he studied from 1994 to 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation in geophysical principles and seismology, which he has applied throughout his career in various technical and managerial roles within PGS.
Career Timeline at PGS
Rick Irving's career at PGS spans over two decades, beginning in 1997 as a Processing Geophysicist in Perth, Australia. He progressed through various positions, including Processing Supervisor in Cairo and Depth Imaging Supervisor in the UK. His roles have evolved to encompass sales and marketing, culminating in his current position as Vice President. His career reflects a commitment to the geophysical industry and PGS's mission.