Sanaya Dunikegoda
Para Hills,SA
Summary
Motivated and sustainability-driven engineering professional with a strong interest in environmentally responsible design and infrastructure. Experienced in embedding Net Zero strategies and sustainable design considerations into feasibility assessments, with practical knowledge of energy systems, stakeholder collaboration, and compliance frameworks. Passionate about applying sustainable thinking to real-world challenges in Defence, infrastructure, and industrial environments. Reliable professional committed high-quality work. Skilled in helping modernize workplaces and maintaining high levels of organization. Resourceful and personable with excellent multitasking abilities.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Environmental projects intern
City of Salisbury- Environmental Sustainability unit
Salsibury, SA
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Conducted site analysis for green corridor planning and public EV charging infrastructure.
- Assessed water-sensitive urban design (WSUD) elements for local streetscapes and parks.
- Assisted in preparing carbon baseline reports and supported environmental planning workshops.
Senior Sustainability Lead
EMC
An individual serving as the Senior Sustainability Lead at EMC brings targeted expertise in sustainable infrastructure and Net Zero design strategies.
- Led the sustainability strategy across three practical build options.
- Assessed low-carbon materials, energy efficiency, stormwater reuse, and construction waste reduction.
- Integrated sustainability evaluation into feasibility metrics for stakeholder presentation.
Education
Certificate in Sustainable Infrastructure - Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC12-2018
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of South Australia
Mawson Lakes SA12-2016
Skills
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- AutoCAD
- MATLAB
- Technical writing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Sustainability reporting
Personal Information
Title: Senior Sustainability Lead
Key Personnel Bio
A hard working individual who serves as the Senior Sustainability Lead at EMC, bringing targeted expertise in sustainable infrastructure and Net Zero design strategies. She is responsible for evaluating the environmental performance of all proposed Entry Pavilion build options, including embodied carbon, energy efficiency, waste minimisation, and water-sensitive urban design. Futhermore applying engineering background and sustainability knowledge to ensure that all proposed solutions align with BAE Systems’ environmental goals while meeting operational and security requirements.
Relevant Project Experience
- Renewable Microgrid Design – Power Systems Project, 05/24, Team Member, UniSA Engineering Group Project, Proposed a hybrid energy solution using solar PV, wind, and battery storage., Conducted cost-environmental trade-offs and load balancing simulation.
- Energy Usage Audit – McDonald’s Ingle Farm, 05/23, Individual Investigation, Identified energy inefficiencies in lighting and HVAC systems., Proposed a switch to energy-efficient systems, estimating 20% annual reduction.
Languages
Sinhala
Full Professional
Certification
- Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) – Design & As Built
Green Building Council of Australia | Certified since 2019 - Certified Environmental Practitioner (CEnvP) – Sustainability Specialist
Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand | Certified since 2021 - Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Fundamentals Certificate
Engineers Australia CPD | Completed 2020
Timeline
Environmental projects intern
City of Salisbury- Environmental Sustainability unit
11.2023 - 02.2024
Senior Sustainability Lead
EMC
Certificate in Sustainable Infrastructure - Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering
RMIT University
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of South Australia
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