Rashad Rushdy
Canberra
Summary
Graduate environmental scientist (Biomedical Science, Environmental Science major) with strong field and analytical foundations: sampling (soil/groundwater/air), data management, QA/QC, and clear technical writing. Experienced translating environmental observations into concise, decision-ready reports. Current Australian driver’s licence; willing to relocate to Sydney and travel within NSW/interstate. Eligible for post-study full-time work rights.
Curious Environmental enthusiast with solid foundation in volunteer work and history of contributing to community initiatives. Successfully collaborated on projects that improved local resources and services. Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Ginnindery Conservation Group
01.2021 - Current
Education
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Environmental Science
University of Canberra
Skills
- Fieldwork: soil, sediment, and surface-water sampling; basic groundwater sampling concepts; field notes; chain-of-custody; calibration/use of meters (pH, EC, DO)
- Data & reporting: Excel (lookups, pivoting, charts), data cleaning/QA, figure/appendix prep, literature synthesis; clear, concise reports
- GIS & mapping: QGIS fundamentals (layering, symbology, coordinate systems), basic site maps for reports
- Safety & compliance: risk assessments, lab/field inductions, PPE use, JSEA/SWMS awareness
- Industry tools (learning-ready): ESDAT, gINT, field tablets/data loggers
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
Websites
Timeline
Volunteer
Ginnindery Conservation Group
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Environmental Science
University of Canberra
Key Strengths Aligned to EGA
- Field-ready & safety-minded: driver’s licence; fit for fieldwork; diligent with HSE, documentation, and sample integrity.
- Analytical communicator: turns raw observations and datasets into concise, client-style reports.
- Learning mindset: keen to skill up on ESDAT/gINT and contaminated land protocols under senior mentoring.
- Team player: reliable collaborator; communicates clearly with engineers/scientists and contractors.
Additional
- Work rights: International graduate; eligible for full-time post-study work rights (Temporary Graduate 485).
- Availability: Open to relocating to Sydney; flexible to travel within NSW/interstate.
- Referees: Available on request.
Employment & Leadership (relevant highlights)
- University projects & team tasks — Team lead / coordinator (2024–2025)
- Planned task timelines, assigned roles, and delivered on deadlines; facilitated collaborative editing and version control for reports.
- Presented findings to peers, fielding technical questions and incorporating feedback.