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Leadership Experience
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Olaleye John Babatunde

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Dynamic environmental researcher with strong skills in operational monitoring, data analysis, and process optimization. Proficient in statistical analysis, project management, and database handling. Experienced in designing predictive tools using physics-based and neural networks to enhance operational readiness and performance. Passionate about environmental systems management and energy, and committed to ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations through accurate monitoring, reporting, and problem-solving.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant - Environmental Monitoring

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
06.2025 - Current
  • Guided students in using monitoring devices and lab equipment to ensure accurate data collection.
  • Taught data management and analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel and statistical software.
  • Developed and delivered learning materials that improved student capability in operational monitoring and reporting.

Environmental Researcher

University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
01.2024 - Current
  • Monitored and analysed environmental and operational datasets to identify performance trends.
  • Prepared clear technical reports and operational recommendations.
  • Managed large datasets and ensured accuracy for decision-making purposes.

Engineering Intern

IMT Mines Ales
, France
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Designed a predictive monitoring tool using neural networks to forecast infrastructure performance under extreme weather events.
  • Developed Excel-based reporting systems to track performance and enhance operational readiness.

Field Service Engineer

Agricultural Park Development Company Limited
, Nigeria
01.2018 - 08.2020
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions in agricultural machinery across multiple sites.
  • Developed service reports detailing repairs and maintenance performed on-site.
  • Maintained operational databases for equipment tracking and servicing schedules.
  • Provided onsite installation and configuration of hardware, software and related peripherals for customers.

Engineering Internship

Power Holding Company of Nigeria
, Nigeria
06.2011 - 02.2013
  • Assisted in analysing operational data and documenting reports to improve efficiency.

Education

Master of Science - Environment Engineering

University of Padua
Italy
12-2023

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural and Environmental Engineering

Obafemi Awolowo University
Nigeria
05.2017

Skills

  • Statistical analysis (regression, clustering)
  • Numerical model: Hydrus 1D, Sat3D, and Catchment Hydrology Model
  • Geospatial analysis: ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Online
  • Programming languages: Fortran 90, R, Python, and MATLAB
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Programming libraries: Scikit-Learn, NumPy, Seaborn, Matplotlib, Pandas, Keras, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Jupyter Notebooks
  • Presentation skills
  • Project management
  • Environmental monitoring

Merits And Awards

  • 2022-2023, Erasmus Traineeship Mobility Grant
  • 2020-2023, University of Padua (fully funded MSc scholarship)
  • 2018, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Nigeria (best graduating student in crop processing and storage)

Leadership Experience

  • Trainee, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Nigeria, 01/01/18, 12/31/20, Served as Financial Secretary and Program Coordinator for Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) initiatives, managing finances and coordinating events to promote SDG awareness and action.
  • Head, Local Organizing Committee, Nigerian Society of Engineer, Students Chapter, 01/01/17, 05/31/17, Led a team to organize an Engineering Student Conference, coordinating logistics, speakers, and promotional activities to create a landmark event for engineering students.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant - Environmental Monitoring

University of Melbourne
06.2025 - Current

Environmental Researcher

University of Melbourne
01.2024 - Current

Engineering Intern

IMT Mines Ales
10.2022 - 04.2023

Field Service Engineer

Agricultural Park Development Company Limited
01.2018 - 08.2020

Engineering Internship

Power Holding Company of Nigeria
06.2011 - 02.2013

Master of Science - Environment Engineering

University of Padua

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural and Environmental Engineering

Obafemi Awolowo University
Olaleye John Babatunde