Kiaran Smith

• Supported geologists, geophysicists and engineers in field with diverse requirements.
• Used seismographs and magnetometers to measure geophysical conditions beneath surface.
• Provided support for geophysical surveys using seismic methods or gravity measurements.
• Conducted quality control evaluations of field data to check integrity of information.
• Operated surveying equipment to measure land formations and elevation changes.
• Took photos to document site images and included pictures with reports for complete transparency.
• Assisted geologists in conducting field work, such as mapping and sampling.
• Assist Geologists in the field, maintain, inspect and use field equipment appropriately
• Carry out safe work practices and carry out workplace inspections, hazard management and risk assessments
• Prepare and check field equipment to agreed standards
• Train staff and visitors in safe use of 4WD vehicles and HF radio system
• Set up field camps in remote locations throughout the State
• Supervision of seasonally employed field assistants
• Recommend new and modifications on existing equipment
• Liaise with contractors on purchase,building and modification of field equipment
• Maintaining of explosives magazine ensuring relevant licenses and compliance up to date
• Act in the Supervisor Field Logistics position as required
• Make recommendations on all aspects of the Field Logistics

• Implement Manage vegetation survey contract poweline distribution
• Trial and procure data survey equipment
• Recruit and train staff of 30 field 8 data processors
• Implement OH&S program
• Manage logistics of staff working throughout the state
• Liaise and make recommendations to contactor for project compliance and implementation
• Devise data base setup and collection methods
• Implement QA system
• Operate DGPS mapping system AIMS.Infra red Corona cameras and Laser map plotter
• Carry out risk assessment on all activities
• Assist with maintaining and set up of helicopters in the field

• Kosciusko National Park, Team leader of 5 park workers
• Lake St Claire National Park, 2IC of team of 10 rangers and park workers
• Monitored wildlife populations and habitats to ensure their protection
• Remote field small mammal trapping and vegetation survey
• Fire fuel sampling survey
• Supervised the development of interpretive materials for use in public education programs.
• Conducted safety inspections and ensured compliance with regulations.
• Provided assistance to visitors regarding camping permits, reservations, fees.
• Developed strategies for controlling invasive species in the park area.
• Prepared detailed reports on wildlife observations, habitat conditions
• Inspected park for weeds, pests and diseases
• Applied pesticides and other chemicals to prevent growth of weeds
• Followed safety protocols when mixing and applying chemicals to ensure proper dilution rates were achieved
• Investigated alternative methods of weed control such as mechanical removal or biological controls.

Supervision of small work teams on new park developments, routine maintenance, fire fighting, Integrated pest control programmes, site emergency plans and visitor services, remote seed collection

• Supervision of contractors and team of 4 visitor service staff.
• Team leader of site emergency planning team
• Liaison with Rural Lands Board, Sydney University, Police Department Fauna scientists and botanists
• Remote area seed collection field assistance to Botanists
• Vertebrate pest control using a number of control methods ,fumigation, baiting and habitat destruction
• Performed maintenance on equipment such as motorized vehicles, boats, mowers, pumps, chainsaws.
• Interacted with volunteers assisting in various ranger duties.
• Examined and inventoried firefighting equipment.
• Provided educational services such as interpretive programs, guided hikes, and campfire talks.
• Served as first responder for medical emergencies, search and rescue and fire suppression.
• Communicated notices concerning fire hazard conditions, emergencies and accidents to authorities via radio or telephone.
• Managed budgets for projects related to the park's activities.
• Prepared reports on resource conditions and visitor use statistics.
• Identified hazardous plants or animals that posed a threat to visitors.
• Coordinated with law enforcement agencies when needed.

• Establishment of plantation forests for rainforest cabinet timbers. Recording and mapping of plantings
• Supervision of small team of planters
• Maintained records of field activities, including inventories, measurements, observations, and other information
• Performed forest inventory and data collection using GPS technology and mapping software.