Julie Redhi
Parramatta,NSW
Summary
Experienced Local Government sustainability professional with strong background in leading teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to community with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Coordinator Environmental Services
Blacktown City Council
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated closely with leadership to gain approval for strategic plans including: Electric Vehicle Policy, Low Carbon Emissions Blacktown City, Environmentally Sustainable Buildings Policy, Responding to Climate Change strategic update.
- Manged a diverse team of 10, including project officers and administration staff.
- Managed carbon footprint analysis and offsets purchase to successfully achieve our carbon neutrality statements.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders through effective communication, leading to increased trust and collaboration.
- Enhanced team productivity by conducting regular performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
- Navigated new reporting directions such as Climate Related Financial Disclosures.
- Successfully developed grant applications to increase our work on climate resilience.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on career development opportunities and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Engaged community members through public outreach activities related to environmental stewardship and local sustainability initiatives.
Presenter
Shell Questacon Science Circus
01.2004 - Current
Coordinator Environmental Compliance Projects
Blacktown City Council
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed the environmental stormwater projects team.
- Controlled a budget of 475k.
- Designed and delivered targeted stormwater education messages.
- Mentored and developed graduate staff.
- Conducted industrial stormwater audits.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced program workflows by maintaining well-organized systems and updating records accurately as needed.
Erosion and Sediment Education Officer
Blacktown City Council
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Developed an engagement and education strategy to improve environmental compliance outcomes in construction and development industry.
- Developed and delivered toolbox talks to the building industry on best practice erosion and sediment control and compliance.
- Designed and distributed targeted education messages for the building industry on erosion and sediment control through electronic media and databases.
Extended Maternity Leave
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Promotions and social media coordinator- Kings Langley P&C.
- Committee member of Indian cultural group (ICASA).
- Playgroup NSW - group coordinator for 20 new mums.
Environmental Project Officer- Strategy- Education
Wollongong City Council
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Delivered targeted community waste education programs linked to state waste reduction targets for diverse audiences
- Coordinated the contribution to the Sustainable Illawarra regional grant
- Facilitated successful project outcomes by maintaining open lines of communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
- Worked collaboratively with waste operations manager to develop waste strategies
- Conducted an evaluation of waste education unit for corporate unit review project
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion
Presenter
Edinburgh International Science Festival
01.2007 - 01.2010
Education Manager
Wollongong Science Centre
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Manged a team of 30 student interns
- Designed and manged education and outreach programs
Waste Education Officer
Wollongong City Council
01.2003 - 01.2005
Education
Graduate Diploma - Scientific Communication (with merit)
Australian National University
01.2004
B Environmental Science (Adv) (Hons.) -
University of Wollongong
01.2003
Skills
- Sustainability leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Strategic Networking
- Sustainability policy
- Communication
- Carbon Analysis
- Environmental Engagement Programs
Professional Development
- Supervisory Skills Training
- Psychology of Influence course graduate
- Introduction to Project Management
- 'Water for Life' Leadership program graduate
- 'Sustainability Streets' facilitator
References
Available on request
Timeline
Senior Coordinator Environmental Services
Blacktown City Council
11.2023 - Current
Coordinator Environmental Compliance Projects
Blacktown City Council
01.2022 - 01.2023
Erosion and Sediment Education Officer
Blacktown City Council
01.2020 - 01.2022
Extended Maternity Leave
01.2010 - 01.2018
Environmental Project Officer- Strategy- Education
Wollongong City Council
01.2007 - 01.2010
Presenter
Edinburgh International Science Festival
01.2007 - 01.2010
Education Manager
Wollongong Science Centre
01.2006 - 12.2006
Presenter
Shell Questacon Science Circus
01.2004 - Current
Waste Education Officer
Wollongong City Council
01.2003 - 01.2005
Graduate Diploma - Scientific Communication (with merit)
Australian National University
B Environmental Science (Adv) (Hons.) -
University of Wollongong
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