Laura Carey
Cleveland,QLD
Summary
Holder of a IEMA Certificate in foundation of Environmental management and have a vase amount of experience working on several different project types across the UK and now on what will be the largest Windfarm in Australia to date as an Environmental Advisor.
I have always been a hard worker and open to learning any new skills which shows with the several different work experience completed prior to joining the construction world such as; Bartender, stable hand, working with training horses, Kitchen staff, Waitressing and Gym instructor.
I do not think you will ever regret learning something new which keep my mind always open to new opportunities for improvement along my career journey.
This has been shown throughout my project in construction with the ability to learn as I go and picking up on the legislations and what is needed at a fast rate that will help the surrounding team build up a trust in the knowledge required for maintaining a good quality project.Holder of a IEMA Certificate in foundation of Environmental management and have a vase amount of experience working on several different project types across the UK and now on what will be the largest Windfarm in Australia to date as an Environmental Advisor.
I have always been a hard worker and open to learning any new skills which shows with the several different work experience completed prior to joining the construction world such as; Bartender, stable hand, working with training horses, Kitchen staff, Waitress and Gym instructor.
I do not think you will ever regret learning something new which keep my mind always open to new opportunities for improvement along my career journey.
This has been shown throughout my projects in construction with the ability to learn as I go and picking up on the legislation and what is needed at a fast rate that will help the surrounding team build up a trust in the knowledge required for maintaining a good quality project.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISOR
MPC Kinetic
01.2023 - Current
- I was appointed to the site team where I report to the Project manager, attend meeting (internal and external), working with the principal contractor’s environmental representative on maintaining level of quality which keeps us withing the lines of the state regulations and legislations that apply to us
- My works also involved accumulating plans and procedures, conducting several inspections a week, assisting in compiling reports on our works to update the client
- I work with the MPK site team daily to any assistance that is needed with the day to day works or organising waste or chemical spraying contractors onsite
- Career Summary
- Holder of a IEMA Certificate in foundation of Environmental management and have a vase amount of experience working on several different project types across the UK and now on what will be the largest Windfarm in Australia to date as an Environmental Advisor
- I have always been a hard worker and open to learning any new skills which shows with the several different work experience completed prior to joining the construction world such as; Bartender, stable hand, working with training horses, Kitchen staff, Waitressing and Gym instructor
- I do not think you will ever regret learning something new which keep my mind always open to new opportunities for improvement along my career journey
- This has been shown throughout my project in construction with the ability to learn as I go and picking up on the legislations and what is needed at a fast rate that will help the surrounding team build up a trust in the knowledge required for maintaining a good quality project
- Project
- Cluden to Brighouse Bay gas Pipeline
Kitchen Hand and Waitress
Coachouse Bar And Restaurant
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Preparation of food.
- Cooking of food.
- Running the pass to organise the orders and what food is going out at what times.
Environmental Manager
Roadbridge
10.2020 - 04.2022
- The Creag Riabhach Windfarm Project comprises 22 wind turbines with a generating
- Capacity exceeding 50MW, on the Altnaharra Estate by Lairg on the west side of the
- A836 road
- The principal components and related ancillary development of the wind farm comprises:
- 22 wind turbines with a maximum tip height of up to 125m
- 2 anemometer masts
- Site access tracks
- Access point with the A836
- A new bridge over the River Vagastie
- Cable trenches
- Crane hardstanding pads and lay down areas
- Site construction compound for a temporary period
- Substation
- Control room
- Upgrade and widening forestry road for turbine delivery access
- External compound approximately 90 m x 75 m; and
- Two on-site Borrow pits
- Role on this project:
- Solo environmental advisor onsite
- Monitoring water quality daily for sediment control and PH balance checks daily, due to the batching plant on site and base pours near sensitive streams
- Fuel spill incidents were also high
- Risk in this location with high volumes of peat that would hold fuel for a long period
- Before releasing to water if not responded to correctly
- This site held numerous
- Blasting for the borrow pits which needed sound and vibration monitoring
- Managing a crew of environmental ground works and supervising site wide daily activities
- Presenting update and solutions in weekly meeting within company and with clients
- Maintaining good communication and accompanying site visits by SEPA and planning authorities
- The highlands have numerous highly protected animals which
- Included a lot of working alongside the client’s ecologist daily.
- Prepared notifications and responses to regulatory inspections.
- Coordinated completion of permit applications and designs.
Environmental Advisor and MMO
Roadbridge
01.2019 - 04.2022
- The POCF project was being delivered for the Port of Cromarty with Roadbridge being awarded the role of Principle Contractor to do the Phase 4 extention.
- Released reporting and recordkeeping to meet environmental regulations.
- Shared best practices and developed synergies for businesses to achieve results.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
- Reviewed, interpreted and communicated current and proposed legislation to determine applicability for regional areas.
- This project was for covering rotation and gaining experience during the time period I also worked on the Water pipeline in Cumbria, England and moved to full time in October 2020
- The works include dredging to increased water depth at the quayside with dredging to -12m CD; Land reclamation, provision and Installation of berthing ancillaries; design and installation of a cathodic protection system; instillation of utilities, piling works, reinforced steel works and concrete works to form an extension to the existing quay
- Project Value:£30M
- Project
- Tralorg windfarm connection project, The wind farm is located to the east of Girvan in South Ayrshire and is connected into Markhill Substation to the north of Barrhill
- The route distance is approximately 14 km and the 33 kV connection consists of 9.4 km of single pole overhead line with underground cable completing the route
- Role on this project included:
- Monitoring of water quality, site activities with environmental risks, water discharge
- Producing permits for pumping water and treating it to ensure as safe working area
- Responding to any environmental incidents and informing worker on drills to be undertaken when incidents effecting the environment occurs
- Project Value:
- Project
- Creagh Riabhach windfarm and access road
- Identified training for environmental compliance and implemented training to operations and other team members.
Environmental Advisor
Roadbridge
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Thirlmere Links Mains is a major water mains project which involves laying and relining more than 100km of pipes to supply water to homes and businesses from Thirlmere Reservoir, Cumbria, UK
- The scheme is designed to ease pressure on environmentally sensitive local water sources and provide a secure, long term supply for the area
- A joint venture between Roadbridge and Farrans were appointed to deliver 32km of large diameter twin water mains and 24km of large diameter water mains
- The £300m project also involves the construction of new water treatment works, two service reservoirs and a new pumping station
- This was main project during this time
- Role on this job was covering a 20km section of works for environmental
- This included permit to get rid of ground water ahead of works, discharge of the water in the line for hydrotesting, management of waste onsite, environmental site audits and reports, ECoW reports, Water quality, providing mitigation plans and overseeing and advising workers near watercourses or high risk of pollution areas
- Responding to any environmental incidents and informing worker on drills to be undertaken when incidents effecting the environment occurs
- Project Value: £300M
- Project
- Port of Cromarty Phase 4 Development, The Golden Plains Wind Farm Project involves the establishment of a wind energy facility including 122 wind turbines and associated electrical infrastructure on 16,723 ha to the West, South and Southeast of Rokewood, a small rural town in the Shire of Golden Plains: approximately 60 km Northwest of Geelong
- The site is located on land that is primarily used for agricultural purposes such as broad acre cropping and livestock grazing
- Role on this Project:
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- Identified training for environmental compliance and implemented training to operations and other team members.
- Released reporting and recordkeeping to meet environmental regulations.
- Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
- Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
Environmental Advisor
Roadbridge
04.2018 - 01.2019
- The 49.6km-long Cluden to Brighouse Bay natural gas pipeline begins at GNI’s existing block valve station at Cluden and ends at Brighouse Bay
- The pipeline comprises 900mm-diameter steel pipes with a pressure of 85barg
- It was laid at a depth of around 1.2m, while a portion of the pipeline was placed above the ground at two block valve stations along the route
- The pipeline passes through one major road, the A75, as well as 31 smaller roads, three major rivers and a few minor waterways
- This was main project during this time
- Role on this project included :
- Monitoring of water quality, site activities with environmental risks, water discharge
- Producing permits for pumping water and treating it to ensure as safe working area
- Responding to any environmental incidents and informing worker on drills to be undertaken when incidents effecting the environment occurs
- Project Value: €92.76M
Environmental Administration
Roadbridge
12.2017 - 04.2018
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.s.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Developing skills from reading the company documents and policies on the environmental aspects to aid me when i got to the field.
Gym Instructor, Fitness Nutrition Consultant
System 10
07.2015 - 03.2018
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Kept records of attendance to monitor student progress and attendance.
Shop Attendant
Dillon's Maxol Service Station
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of shop items to provide advice and recommendations to customers for gift selections.
- Performed end-of-day cleaning duties, wiping down windows and counters and sweeping and mopping shop floor.
- Received incoming shipments of goods and materials by unloading delivery trucks.
- Kept equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
Bartender
Dempsey's Bar
03.2014 - 04.2017
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
Trainee Fitness Instructor
Fit4Life
03.2011 - 01.2013
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Designed innovative fitness plans to keep clients engaged.
- Maintained clean and organized workout environment to enhance overall fitness experience.
Horse Yard Hand
Michael Collins
06.2009 - 04.2011
- Conducted general clean up of entire yard and facilities to maintain safe working environment.
- Exercising horses.
- Groomed horses to prepare for exhibitions.
Education
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme
Additional Onsite UK Qualifications
Online2021
Marine Mammal Observer Course
Carolyn Barton
Mobile Construction Site Course2019
Level 6 Diploma - Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
RRC University
England, UK2019
360 Excavator Operator Ticket
Site Based Training
Scotland2019
Skills
- Competency:
- Proposed Role on Project:
- Extensive experience in linear pipeline projects with experience in water quality issues, and water treatment
- Managed and implemented both flocculant and passive systems
- Experience in waste management
- Environmental emergency response planning
- Environmental risk assessing and reporting to senior management
- Good communication skills
- Ability to think analytically and critically
- Thoroughness and attention to detail
- Wiliness to learn new skills
- Environmental advisor
- Qualifications:
- Environmental
- IEMA -RRC international – foundation certificate in Environmental management
- Carolyn Barton (JNCC approved course) Marine mammal observer
- Brunel university London – Introduction to flood risk and resilience
Affiliations
MPC Kinetic
Name: Laura Carey
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISOR
MPC Kinetic
01.2023 - Current
Kitchen Hand and Waitress
Coachouse Bar And Restaurant
05.2022 - 09.2022
Environmental Manager
Roadbridge
10.2020 - 04.2022
Environmental Advisor and MMO
Roadbridge
01.2019 - 04.2022
Environmental Advisor
Roadbridge
01.2019 - 10.2020
Environmental Advisor
Roadbridge
04.2018 - 01.2019
Environmental Administration
Roadbridge
12.2017 - 04.2018
Shop Attendant
Dillon's Maxol Service Station
08.2015 - 03.2016
Gym Instructor, Fitness Nutrition Consultant
System 10
07.2015 - 03.2018
Bartender
Dempsey's Bar
03.2014 - 04.2017
Trainee Fitness Instructor
Fit4Life
03.2011 - 01.2013
Horse Yard Hand
Michael Collins
06.2009 - 04.2011
Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme
Additional Onsite UK Qualifications
Marine Mammal Observer Course
Carolyn Barton
Level 6 Diploma - Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
RRC University
360 Excavator Operator Ticket
Site Based Training
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