Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Websites
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Hobbies and Interests
References
Certification
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SALLY KENNEDY

SALLY KENNEDY

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Environmental scientist specializing in contaminated land assessment and sustainable remediation. Proven track record in project management, leading initiatives that optimize processes and enhance environmental sustainability. Consistently delivers projects on time and within budget, demonstrating strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Environmental Scientist

XX XXXX
Sydney, NSW
07.2022 - Current
  • Specialized as consultant in contaminated land assessment and remediation to address environmental challenges.
  • Recommended sustainable remediation options based on expertise and best practices.
  • Demonstrated strong project management skills through independent investigations under tight deadlines.
  • Developed effective communication strategies for client interactions and relationship management.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary contractors to optimize sampling processes.

Secondment - Enviromental and Hazmat Consultant

Liverpool City Council
Liverpoool, NSW
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives and deliverables.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to suggest necessary improvements.
  • Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance efficiency.

Bush Regenerator

Campbell Page
Batemans Bay, NSW
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Regenerated fire-impacted areas in South Coast to promote ecosystem recovery.
  • Gained experience in erosion control, weed management, botany, and forest stabilization.
  • Assessed ecosystem conditions to ensure adequate biodiversity before initiating replenishment efforts.

Waitress

Bodalla Dairy Shed Cafe
01.2014 - 01.2021
  • Duties included serving customers, locking up and balancing the cash registers.

Lifeguard

Eurobodalla Shire Council
Moruya
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Lifeguard duties, communicating with the public, measuring water quality, serving in the canteen.

Babysitter

Sydney
01.2021
  • Duties included interacting with children and establishing trust with families.

Education

Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation -

Macquarie University
01.2021

CPR and first aid training -

01.2020

Completed year 12 / HSC - PDHPE

01.2018

Royal lifeguarding certificate -

01.2018

Leadership development camp -

01.2014

Skills

  • Contaminated land assessment
  • Project management
  • Sustainable remediation
  • Data analysis
  • Problem solving
  • Communication
  • Environmental sustainability
  • Preparing written reports
  • Site inspection and sampling

Affiliations

  • Australasian Land & Groundwater Association (ALGA)
  • Macquarie University Rugby Club

Accomplishments

  • 2014, Far South Coast junior lifesaver of the year
  • 2017-2021, Volunteering at special nippers, Moruya Surf Club
  • 2017, Vice sport captain St Peters Anglian College, Broulee
  • 2018, Prefect at St Peters Anglian College, Broulee

Additional Information

Gained knowledge on plant and animal biology, Conducted contaminated site investigations, Created remediation action plans and ecological impact assessment reports, Conducted an Australian River Assessment System (AUSRIVAS) analysis, Utilised Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing software, Gained experience with RStudio, Excel, Microsoft, and Minitab for biological data analysis

Hobbies and Interests

  • Surfing
  • Hiking
  • Ocean Swimming
  • Rugby 7s
  • Running
  • Camping
  • Scuba diving

References

  • Prue Haantjens, Natural Resource Management, Project officer, 0432 366 459
  • Vishmie Sachinthanee Palepitiya Gamage, Biomedical Engineer, 0466 631 308

Certification

  • 2021 General Construction Induction, WorkCover NSW
  • Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations (RIIWHS202E, RIIWHS024E)
  • Provide first aid, CPR, and basic emergency life support – Australia Wide First Aid (2020)
  • NATA-approved airborne asbestos fibre counter

Timeline

Secondment - Enviromental and Hazmat Consultant

Liverpool City Council
03.2024 - 08.2024

Environmental Scientist

XX XXXX
07.2022 - Current

Bush Regenerator

Campbell Page
11.2021 - 05.2022

Babysitter

01.2021

Lifeguard

Eurobodalla Shire Council
01.2018 - 01.2019

Waitress

Bodalla Dairy Shed Cafe
01.2014 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation -

Macquarie University

CPR and first aid training -

Completed year 12 / HSC - PDHPE

Royal lifeguarding certificate -

Leadership development camp -

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