Marcela Del Carmen Vieira
Erskine,WA
Summary
As a Technical Officer in compost and waste management, I specialise in water, air, and soil environmental monitoring, field trials, regulatory compliance, and reporting. Holding a PhD in Biological Sciences/Agricultural Economics, a Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering, and a Diploma in Environmental Monitoring and Technology, I bring over five years of multidisciplinary experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Officer
C-Wise
01.2023 - Current
- Support the development and implementation of low-carbon technologies to optimise composting processes and reduce environmental impacts
- Collaborate across teams (Technical, Production and Sales) to ensure environmental management and compliance with licenses and regulations, including ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, AS4454 and ACO standards, while supporting environmental targets through effective documentation and site audits
- Drive efficiency initiatives by developing production models and composting calculators using Excel and R
- Utilise Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Q-GIS, to monitor and optimise composting processes, ensuring environmental protection and operational efficiency
- Prepare detailed technical reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies to support Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance
- Design and execute field trials, including methodologies and experiments for composting processes, and report outcomes
- Lead training programs to strengthen environmental awareness and adherence to management systems
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to training programs to enhance personnel awareness of environmental monitoring and responsibilities
Casual Teaching
The University of Western Australia
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered lectures and facilitated discussions for the Master’s unit ‘Conduct, Ethics, and Communication of Science (SCIE4403)’
- Mentored students in research methods and communication strategies, fostering a supportive learning environment
Researcher
Unearthed Solutions
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed strong research and analytical skills by identifying solutions and potential collaborators to tackle mining challenges and promote sustainable resource use
Research Assistant
The University of Western Australia
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Gained attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols in the laboratory and SOPs by sorting samples and identifying invertebrate species
Internship in Geoscience
The University of Sao Paulo
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Developed an innovative research project which addressed current agricultural challenges and proposed solutions using remote sensing (Landsat imagery)
- Applied advanced GIS techniques and data analysis tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, RStudio) to assess biodiversity and environmental risks
- Assisted with environmental monitoring programs, ensuring precision and adherence to scientific protocols
- Wrote a research report within a strict deadline, demonstrating technical expertise and problem-solving skills
Summer Environmental Internship
The University of South Australia
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Gained strong attention to detail in field data collection while conducting vegetation transects at the Morialta Conservation Park, contributing to conservation management strategies
Researcher in Horticulture
Sao Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP)
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Company Overview: The University of Sao Paulo
- Led a team in conducting field trials and laboratory analyses, ensuring adherence to protocols and accurate data collection
- Developed strong written communication skills through comprehensive scientific reports on research findings
- Conducted research on controlled-release fertilisers, optimising agricultural management practices in both greenhouse and field settings
- The University of Sao Paulo
Education
PhD - Agricultural Economics and Biological Science
The University of Western Australia
01.2024
Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology -
TAFE Western Australia
01.2019
Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering -
The University of Sao Paulo
01.2017
Environmental Science Exchange Program -
The University of South Australia
01.2016
Skills
Environmental management
Compliance reporting
Environment monitoring
Collaboration
References
- Pratima Gurung (Technical Officer at C-Wise) pratima.gurung@cwise.com.au
- Sainath Sanivarapu (Technical Officer at C-Wise) sainath.sanivarapu@cwise.com.au
- Lukas Latour (Day Crew at Roy Hill – Character Reference) 0428 624 951, latourlukas@gmail.com
Orcid
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9669-7628
Languages
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Technical Officer
C-Wise
01.2023 - Current
Casual Teaching
The University of Western Australia
01.2022 - 01.2023
Researcher
Unearthed Solutions
01.2021 - 01.2023
Research Assistant
The University of Western Australia
01.2020 - 01.2022
Internship in Geoscience
The University of Sao Paulo
01.2017 - 12.2017
Summer Environmental Internship
The University of South Australia
01.2016 - 12.2017
Researcher in Horticulture
Sao Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP)
01.2014 - 12.2015
Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology -
TAFE Western Australia
Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering -
The University of Sao Paulo
Environmental Science Exchange Program -
The University of South Australia
PhD - Agricultural Economics and Biological Science
The University of Western Australia
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