Rachel Wright

• Phone: +61 2 9123 4567
• Email: rachel.wright@email.com
• Location: Sydney, Australia
• LinkedIn: rachel-wright-env-eng

Summary

Six years of progressive experience in environmental engineering, successfully leading projects focused on water quality management, waste reduction strategies, and environmental impact assessments for large-scale infrastructure. Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and implement sustainable solutions that enhance ecological integrity and operational efficiency.

Adept at applying advanced analytical techniques and geospatial tools to monitor environmental parameters, develop mitigation plans, and ensure compliance with Australian environmental protection legislation.

Experience

Senior Environmental Engineer, EcoSolutions Australia -- Sydney, Australia

Mar 2021 – present

• Managed environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for over 15 major development projects, ensuring compliance with NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, reducing project approval times by an average of 15%.

• Designed and implemented water quality monitoring programs for industrial sites, identifying and remediating contamination sources, resulting in a 20% improvement in effluent discharge quality.

• Led a team of junior engineers in developing waste management plans, achieving a 10% reduction in landfill waste for key clients through recycling and reuse initiatives.

• Prepared detailed environmental management plans (EMPs) and conducted site audits to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance and best practice implementation.

Environmental Engineer, GreenEarth Consulting -- Sydney, Australia

July 2018 – Feb 2021

• Conducted site investigations and risk assessments for contaminated land, proposing remediation strategies that saved clients an average of 5% on clean-up costs.

• Developed and reviewed stormwater management plans for urban developments, integrating Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) principles to improve water quality and reduce runoff.

• Assisted in the preparation of environmental due diligence reports for property transactions, identifying potential environmental liabilities and recommending mitigation measures.

• Utilized GIS software (ArcGIS) for environmental data analysis, mapping, and presentation of findings to stakeholders.

Education

University of New South Wales (UNSW), Master of Engineering (MEng) in Environmental Engineering -- Sydney, Australia

Feb 2017 – June 2018

University of Sydney, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering with Environmental Electives -- Sydney, Australia

Mar 2013 – Nov 2016

Skills

Environmental Management & Compliance: Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Environmental Management Plans (EMP), Regulatory Compliance (EP&A Act, POEO Act), Contaminated Site Assessment & Remediation, Waste Management, Water Quality Management, Air Quality Monitoring, Noise Assessment, Risk Assessment, Due Diligence

Technical Expertise: Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD), Pollution Control, Resource Recovery, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling

Software & Tools: ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, environmental modeling software (e.g., MODFLOW), laboratory analytical equipment

Project & Communication: Project Management, Technical Report Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Client Consultation, Team Leadership, Presentation Skills, Environmental Policy Analysis