KAUSHALYA DEVANI WIJETUNGE
Data Analyst
Glenwood,Australia
Summary
Proficient, adaptable and self-motivated data analyst with over 15 years of experience in the hydrology field. Skilled in recording, analysing, interpreting large sets of time series data and solving complex data problems within a short period of time. Flexible and analytical with a keen eye for detail. Highly skilled in producing detailed documentation and report. An effective leader, skilled in enlisting the support of all team members in aligning with project and organizational goals. Willingness to learn and adapt to new environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Data Analyst III
ADS Environmental Services
Sydney, NSW
04.2016 - Current
- Transformed project data requirements into project data models.
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Trained employees on data analysis software to improve data management, monitored use and suggested improvements.
- Updated organizational systems and subsystems to improve and streamline data process.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
- High level data analysis skills with ability to work with large sets of data and solve complex data problems to a timely deadline
- Advanced Hydrology and Hydraulic Principle – Analysis of continuous hydraulic depth, velocity, pressure, rainfall and flow data
- Strong verbal and written communication skills . Preparation of data and project reports (Progress Reports, Final Reports and I/I reports)
- Computer literate, with high level of competence in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of tools, including Advanced Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint/Access.
Senior Data Analyst
ADS Environmental Services
Sydney, NSW
09.2006 - 11.2015
- Accountable for managing data and reporting of projects from installation to completion and providing managerial support for all the projects conducted by team of junior Data Analysts
- Corresponding with stakeholders to ensure project is completed according to contract specification and delivered within a given timeframe
- Responsible for increasing on time delivery of reports of team by 25%
- Also responsible for monitoring and reporting on KPI’s and quarterly performance of deliverables to senior project officer
- Responsible of overseeing the performance of up to 5 junior data analysts which included training, data reviews and quality check of reporting prior to submission
- Conducting Training Workshops & training new recruits
Promotions Coordinator/Team Leader
The Body Shop
Sydney
04.2005 - 09.2006
- (ADIDEM group)
- Eam Leader of award winning Sales Team in largest Body Shop store in Australasia
- Professional attributes ⦁ Sales advisory role required in-depth product knowledge, customer service skills, cash handling, merchandising and logistics and controlling large corporate orders
- Promotions coordination includes researching trends on previous promotional activity, creating new promotional programs, training staff, monitoring incentives & leading weekly focus meetings ⦁ Supervisory role during peak periods included conducting training workshops, daily focus meetings & performance assessment of team of 10 staff
- Fire Warden ( trained in OH&S) ⦁ Engaged in community service projects including assistance to stop domestic violence & provision of food to the homeless.
Assistant Manager
Flavour of India
Glebe
04.2003 - 12.2005
- Duties included Bookkeeping, & Accounts, Cash Handling, & Administration
- Public Relations /Hosting
- Trained new staff & monitored their progress
- Position held during second and third year of university
Education
Graduate Diploma - Mathematics and Science
Australian Catholic University
06.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science
University of Sydney
03.2002 - 11.2004
Skills
Data collection and management
Data Gathering
Data Quality Monitoring
Operational Data Management
Data Log Maintenance
Database monitoring
Additional Information
- Winner IDEX Recognition award 2013. Specialised product and services training at ADS head office in Huntsville, Alabama 2013 Finalist IDEX Recognition award 2014
Timeline
Data Analyst III
ADS Environmental Services
04.2016 - Current
Graduate Diploma - Mathematics and Science
Australian Catholic University
06.2009 - 06.2011
Senior Data Analyst
ADS Environmental Services
09.2006 - 11.2015
Promotions Coordinator/Team Leader
The Body Shop
04.2005 - 09.2006
Assistant Manager
Flavour of India
04.2003 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Marine Science
University of Sydney
03.2002 - 11.2004