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Julie Vaillancourt

Julie Vaillancourt

Wagga Wagga,NSW

Summary

Versatile Environmental Professional eager to apply in-depth knowledge and skills honed across 5 years in the industry. Competent in sampling techniques and monitoring compliance. Comfortable with conducting inspections, producing reports and strives to build strong long-lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Advisor

Renewable Technical Services
01.2024 - Current
  • Currently engaged on Australia's largest transmission project - Project Energy Connect - 500kV and 330kV line connecting the renewable energy grid from Wagga Wagga NSW to Renmark SA.
  • Monitoring contractor performance related to environmental matters, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and expectations set forth in contractual agreements.

Environmental Technician

Wildtracks
10.2023 - Current
  • Constructing Snowies Alpine Stage 4 walking track in Kosciuszko National Park (NSW).
  • Restoring Gwongoorool track in Lamington National Park (QLD).
  • Operating excavator and skidsteer safely whilst working near helicopters.

Working Holiday

Multiple Employers
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Worked on various construction sites as a labourer and tree planter.

Environmental Compliance Officer Lead

Savanta Consulting DIDO
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Acted as a First Nation/Indigenous community liaison.
  • Monitored construction activities on 300 MW wind farm while coordinating a team of environmental officers.
  • Conducted daily inspections which included monitoring erosion and sediment control, dewatering activities, and wildlife relocation.

GIS Technician

EXP Services
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Assisted with topographic surveys (oil & gas, residential, civil, mining).
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements for GIS projects, ensuring accurate deliverables were produced.

Water Resource Technician

Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
01.2016 - 09.2016
  • Conducted water sampling on over 50 lakes and rivers, working both independently and with other team members.
  • Conduct stream surveys, benthic invertebrate sampling, and electro-fishing surveys.
  • Used and maintained water quality sampling probes, boats, other equipment.

Environmental Monitor

Temagami Lakes Association
04.2014 - 09.2015
  • Collected water samples at over 80 locations.
  • Operated and maintained small watercraft and sampling equipment.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science And Geomatics

Carleton University
05.2017

Skills

  • Computer skills: proficient in Adobe programs, Microsoft Excel, ArcGIS Pro, Civil3D, QGIS, Hammertech, Website creation
  • Environmental Inspections
  • Report writing and data management
  • Highly capable in 4WD-ing and towing
  • Communicating via radio
  • Water sampling and instrument calibration
  • Confident in operating various power tools and heavy machinery
  • Familiar with work in extreme weather and remote areas
  • Working around aircrafts
  • Environmental permit compliance
  • Soil contamination analysis

Volunteer

Tangaroa Blue (Western Australia) - Assisted marine debris clean ups and data collection.


Cycling South Australia (Adelaide) - Trail marshalling and event organizing.

Working Rights

AU: Temporary Resident Visa 461 -  New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship Visa 

NZ: Partner Permanent Resident Visa 

Certification

  • Current NSW and New Zealand manual driver's license
  • CASA Micro RPA Drone Operator Accreditation
  • First AID and CPR Certified
  • Poisonous snake Handling Training Canada
  • Recreational Skipper's Ticket Canada (>2000 hours logged)
  • South Australian Construction White Card


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Environmental Advisor

Renewable Technical Services
01.2024 - Current

Environmental Technician

Wildtracks
10.2023 - Current

Working Holiday

Multiple Employers
01.2020 - 01.2023

Environmental Compliance Officer Lead

Savanta Consulting DIDO
01.2018 - 01.2020

GIS Technician

EXP Services
01.2017 - 01.2018

Water Resource Technician

Rideau Valley Conservation Authority
01.2016 - 09.2016

Environmental Monitor

Temagami Lakes Association
04.2014 - 09.2015

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science And Geomatics

Carleton University
Julie Vaillancourt