David Harvison
Brisbane
Summary
Accomplished Senior Environmental Manager with a proven track record at Brisbane City Council, enhancing compliance and sustainability. Expert in Environmental Regulatory Permitting and adept at fostering environmental awareness. Achieved significant reductions in industrial emissions and led impactful sustainability projects, showcasing a commitment to climate impact reduction and regulatory excellence.
Currently performing as the Brisbane City Council's Environmental Manager for the Brisbane Metro, Bridges for Brisbane and Victoria Park projects, where he is responsible for environmental and sustainability deliverables through construction and design.
Former projects include the Kingsford Smith Drive Upgrade, and Legacy Way.
While delivering the Kingsford Smith Drive and Brisbane for Brisbane projects I have been responsible for significant marine works components during design, impact assessment and construction phases.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Environmental Manager
Brisbane City Council
09.2015 - Current
- Read, analysed and interpreted business documents, technical procedures and governmental regulations for application across major projects.
- Conducted regular reviews of environmental policies and procedures, updating to reflect changes in industry best practices or regulatory requirements.
- Commissioned and coordinated with external consultants on environmental impact studies for environmental approval and permits.
- Coordinated completion of permit applications and designs.
- Conducted risk assessments for potential environmental impacts, developing mitigation measures to mitigate negative effects on local ecosystems.
- Assisted in the development of corporate sustainability reports, showcasing company achievements in reducing its environmental footprint.
- Improved environmental compliance by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Served as a liaison between internal teams and regulatory agencies during inspections or investigations related to environmental matters.
- Implemented pollution prevention measures, minimizing harmful discharges into air and water systems from industrial processes.
- Enhanced environmental awareness among employees through regular training sessions and workshops.
Environmental Manager
Georgiou Group
05.2013 - 09.2015
- Implemented pollution prevention measures across more than 10 projects along the Australian eastern coast, minimizing environmental harm including discharges into air and water systems.
- Coordinated completion of permit applications and designs.
- Prepared notifications and responses to regulatory inspections.
- Read, analyzed and interpreted business documents, technical procedures and governmental regulations.
- Enhanced environmental awareness among employees through regular training sessions and workshops.
- Improved environmental compliance by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed comprehensive waste management plans for reducing landfill disposal and increasing recycling rates.
Environmental Advisor
Brisbane City Council
12.2008 - 05.2013
- Two years as the Environmental Manager for the $1.5B 4.6 twin tunnel Legacy Way project.
- Conducted comprehensive environmental impact assessments for projects, ensuring responsible development in line with regulatory requirements.
- Improved environmental practices by developing and implementing comprehensive environmental management plans.
- Enhanced compliance with environmental regulations through diligent monitoring, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Reviewed contractor performance related to environmental matters, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and expectations set forth in contractual agreements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Conservation Biology
Griffith University
QLD01-2006
Skills
- Environmental Regulatory Permitting
- Sustainability Project Management
- Environmental Standards Enforcement
- Climate Impact Reduction
- Environmental Data Evaluation
- Analytical Writing Expertise
Timeline
Senior Environmental Manager
Brisbane City Council
09.2015 - Current
Environmental Manager
Georgiou Group
05.2013 - 09.2015
Environmental Advisor
Brisbane City Council
12.2008 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Conservation Biology
Griffith University
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