Nurul Irdayu Ismail
Collingwood,Australia
Summary
A detail-oriented, diligent, and agile professional offering the ability to embrace modern principles and practices of Ecosystem and Environmental Science whilst contributing to technical workflow improvement and organisational growth. Capable of handling conventional and quantitative PCR, tissue culture material (plantlet and callus), and microbes (inoculation and cloning), displaying advanced molecular biology knowledge. I am an avid learner who just completed a Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation at the University of Melbourne. Driven by a desire to create a positive impact with a solid background in forestry science, laboratory techniques, safe work practices, data interpretation, and research. Excels in leading end-to-end research projects with a commitment to increasing efficiency, minimising costs, strengthening compliance, and reducing risks. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and proven success in inspiring and empowering dynamic teams and building trust-based collaborative relationships. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Sonsa Market
04.2018 - Current
- Complete store operational requirements by efficiently planning and preparing work schedules, delegating workload, and overseeing performance management whilst leading a team of 20
- Monitor daily activities and elevate performance outcomes by coaching, counselling, and empowering employees
- Solve critical issues and respond to customer queries and concerns, including identifying current and future customer requirements by building strong customer relationships to understand customer needs
- Maintain a safe, hazard-free, and hygienic workplace environment with a focus on adhering to company policies, industry regulations, and relevant legislation to ensure employee and customer safety.
Senior Forestry Executive
Pesama Timber Corporation
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Assumed a management representative position to implement Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody (COC) while overseeing a team of 25+ personnel
- Monitored and assessed the company forest concession program (Cherul Forest Concession, Kemaman)
- Led the FSC Chain of Custody, surveillance audit, maintaining National Forestry Act compliance, and meeting FSC and MC&I requirements
- Worked closely with the Department of Wildlife & National Parks Peninsular Malaysia while conducting an on-site assessment of a High Conservation Value Forest
- Oversaw the contract's terms to ensure compliance with government requirements monitor timber harvesting processes and maintain timber supply conditions in concession areas
- Liaised with the state forestry department to coordinate all forestry activities that occur in the forest concession, maintaining compliance with the agreed terms of a 65-year government contract.
Research Officer
Pulau Banding Foundation
06.2013 - 07.2014
- Promoted the sustainable development of the rainforest ecosystem within the Belum-Temengor complex
- Assisted the CEO by directing monitoring, and identifying research gaps and efforts and proposing actionable insights and recommendations to promote efficiency and uplift performance
- Worked closely with and facilitated local and international researchers in Belum-Temengor Rainforest at Gerik, Perak, including contributing to the generation of high-quality deliverables.
Education
Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation -
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC08.2023
Bachelor of Forestry Science -
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Selangor, Malaysia01.2012
Diploma of Forestry Science -
Universiti Putra Malaysia (Bintulu Campus)
Sarawak, Malaysia01.2009
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, Spark, Phoenix, Google Earth Pro, QGIS, and ArcGIS, with the ability to quickly learn new systems and perform administrative tasks with confidentiality and professionalism
- Research and Data Interpretation: Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and expertise in data analysis and interpretation, paired with practical hands-on experience in a range of laboratory techniques and research processes
- Stakeholder Engagement: Leverages strong communication and relationship-building skills to cultivate enduring trust-based relationships, encourage cross-functional collaboration, and support the delivery of service excellence
- Time Management and Prioritisation: Highly skilled in managing multiple concurrent tasks, keeping visibility on urgency and importance, managing workload, and re-prioritising activities to meet deadlines and achieve targets
Affiliations
- The Wilderness Society Australia | Active Donor
- World Wildlife Fund (WWF) | Member
Publications
- Succession pattern of fungi associated with wound-induced agarwood in wild Aquilaria malaccensis revealed from quantitative PCR assay, Mohamed, R., Phai, J. L. & Ismail, N. I., World J. Microbiol Biotechnology, 10.1007/s11274-014-1668-2
- Rafflesia, The Corpse Flower, https://issuu.com/pbfpublication/docs/pbf_research_brief 01-final_for_pr
- Proceedings of the 2nd Temengor Scientific Expedition 2012, https://issuu.com/pbfpublication/docs/proceedings_of_the_2nd_temeng or_sci
- Glimpses, a publication by Pulau Banding Foundation, https://issuu.com/pbfpublication/docs/glimpses_final_for_issuu
Licence
Full Victorian Driving Licence
Timeline
Manager
Sonsa Market
04.2018 - Current
Senior Forestry Executive
Pesama Timber Corporation
08.2014 - 05.2016
Research Officer
Pulau Banding Foundation
06.2013 - 07.2014
Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation -
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Forestry Science -
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Diploma of Forestry Science -
Universiti Putra Malaysia (Bintulu Campus)
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