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Sedillage Don Danushka Warnapura Wickramarathne

Sedillage Don Danushka Warnapura Wickramarathne

Ballarat

Summary

Results-oriented environmental specialist with extensive experience in sustainable development and climate adaptation. Led cross-functional teams on large-scale projects funded by the World Bank and ADB, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Skilled in preparing Environmental Management Plans and conducting Environmental Impact Assessments, with a strong emphasis on community empowerment and biodiversity. Recognized for translating complex data into actionable strategies for sustainable development.

Full Working Rights in Australia under visa subclass 491

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

Ballarat Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation Inc
08.2025 - Current
  • Provide expert consultation on wildlife conservation strategies, drawing on prior experience as a Conservation Specialist.
  • Conduct awareness and educational programs to engage the community on conservation and environmental protection.
  • Support animal rescue and rehabilitation initiatives, with a focus on swans and coalas.
  • Contribute to developing sustainable practices that enhance local wildlife protection and biodiversity.

Sales and Marketing Manager

SUKHI GROUPS PTY LTD
03.2025 - 06.2025
  • Developed targeted campaigns, increasing customer engagement by 50%.
  • Negotiated key partnerships, enhancing brand visibility and reach.
  • Analyzed market trends, positioning products for maximum impact.
  • Executed digital marketing initiatives, raising online sales by 60%.

Head of Environmental Management, Climate, Business Development & Geospatial Engineering

Central Engineering Services Limited (CESL)
11.2023 - 03.2025
  • Executed all environmental assessments, including Environmental Management Plans and Initial Environmental Assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Introduced advanced technologies and methodologies to monitor and mitigate environmental impacts, enhancing ecological preservation.
  • Proactively identified and addressed potential environmental challenges throughout project lifecycles.
  • Elevated CESL's standards to achieve global recognition in environmental compliance and sustainability.
  • Implemented effective grievance redress mechanisms, mitigating social issues within CESL operations.
  • Initiated registration with Green Climate Fund to secure resources for climate resilience projects in Sri Lanka.
  • Led efforts to achieve ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001 certifications for quality and environmental management.
  • Established Geo Special Division within CESL to enhance specialized environmental services.

Natural Resources Management & Environmental Expert Consultant, Smallholder Agribusiness Resilience Project (SARP)

Ministry of Agriculture
05.2023 - 11.2023
  • Developed training modules on soil conservation and agroforestry for over 2,500 smallholders in drought-prone areas.
  • Facilitated agroforestry workshops to enhance biodiversity and resilience in farming systems.
  • Designed educational programs focused on sustainable agricultural practices for smallholder farmers.
  • Implemented strategies to advance soil conservation techniques among local communities.
  • Conducted hydrological modeling studies for watershed management using SWAT.
  • Utilized SWAT modeling to analyze watershed dynamics and optimize resource management.
  • Collaborated with local stakeholders to evaluate training impacts on farming productivity.
  • Assessed effectiveness of training initiatives through feedback from participating smallholders.

Project Manager, Ecosystem Conservation & Management Project (ESCAMP)

Ministry of Forest and Wildlife
04.2019 - 05.2023
  • Managed $15M budget for biodiversity conservation in Knuckles and Sinharaja reserves.
  • Pioneered community-based ecotourism programs, increasing local incomes by 35%.
  • Successfully navigated complex project challenges, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and under budget.
  • Achieved a 30% increase in project efficiency through streamlined processes.
  • Cultivated strong client relationships, resulting in a 40% repeat business rate.
  • Trained and mentored junior project managers, boosting team performance.

Environmental Scientist & Specialist, Moragolla Hydro-power Project

Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB)
05.2016 - 01.2019
  • Resolved regulatory, customer, and associate complaints related to environmental issues through written resolutions.
  • Interfaced directly with regulators to address outstanding environmental concerns.
  • Coordinated responses to regulatory agencies following environmental inspections, ensuring all issues were abated.
  • Managed data input and reporting processes for inspection and violation activities.
  • Prepared Environmental Management Plans and site-specific plans per ADB Safeguard Policy Statement (2009).
  • Conducted environmental impact assessments, including project description, baseline environment, and mitigation strategies.
  • Monitored environmental impacts of development activities, recommending prevention or control measures.
  • Analyzed data for validity and scientific significance, interpreting human activity impacts on the environment.

Environmental Officer, Moragahakanda Dam Development Project

Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka
06.2014 - 05.2016
  • Implemented watershed development activities in upper catchment of Moragahakanda Reservoir.
  • Executed forest development tasks, including maintenance of central plant nursery and various planting initiatives.
  • Restored native plant species and identified endemic varieties for conservation areas.
  • Translocate endemic fish species, and maintain electric and live fences for wildlife protection.
  • Conducted field monitoring of environmental mitigation efforts at Moragahakanda Dam construction sites.

Regional Environmental Officer, Gamidiriya

Economic Development Ministry
01.2010 - 06.2014
  • Achieved annual targets within designated duty area.
  • Prepared and implemented environmental mitigation plans for intra-village development subprojects.
  • Conducted feasibility studies on intra-village connectivity projects, focusing on environmental and social safeguards.
  • Developed and executed EMPS for interconnectivity projects, ensuring compliance with environmental codes.
  • Internalized and enforced environmental codes of conduct for livelihood development activities.
  • Trained HUB and district staff on environmental and social safeguard strategies.
  • Created training module for uniform community training on environmental and social safeguards.
  • Coordinated closely with relevant line agencies to integrate environmental considerations into project activities.

Education

Ph.D. - Environmental Management

University of Cambodia
Cambodia

High School Diploma -

Advance Construction And Training Academy (ACTA)
Colombo

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Peradeniya
Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Science - Botany

University of Ruhuna
Matara, Sri Lanka

Skills

  • Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Climate change strategies
  • Geospatial analysis and GIS
  • Waste and water management
  • Project management and coordination
  • Construction compliance
  • Biodiversity management and planning
  • Environment management
  • Best sustainability practices
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Communication skills
  • Landscaping
  • Environmental conservation
  • Positive attitude

Certification

  • Construction induction - White Card license
  • Certificate of appreciation for the dedication and contribution made toward the successful achievement of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018
  • Certificate of training: Forest Carbon Accounting and Reporting, Certificate of participation to the National Occupational Safety and Health Conference, 2024
  • Certificate of participation in a 6-day residential short course in GIS and its Applications
  • Certificate of participation in the 4-day training programme on Dairy Cattle Management for 'GAMANAGUMA' officers
  • Certificate for completing a two-day training workshop on World Bank Social Safeguard procedures
  • Certificate of participation in a course on Environmental Compliance Audit and Monitoring
  • Certification of Participation workshop on An Introduction to Project Procurement (Works & Goods)
  • Certificate of completion for the online training program on dumpsite remediation and landfill management

Timeline

Volunteer

Ballarat Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation Inc
08.2025 - Current

Sales and Marketing Manager

SUKHI GROUPS PTY LTD
03.2025 - 06.2025

Head of Environmental Management, Climate, Business Development & Geospatial Engineering

Central Engineering Services Limited (CESL)
11.2023 - 03.2025

Natural Resources Management & Environmental Expert Consultant, Smallholder Agribusiness Resilience Project (SARP)

Ministry of Agriculture
05.2023 - 11.2023

Project Manager, Ecosystem Conservation & Management Project (ESCAMP)

Ministry of Forest and Wildlife
04.2019 - 05.2023

Environmental Scientist & Specialist, Moragolla Hydro-power Project

Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB)
05.2016 - 01.2019

Environmental Officer, Moragahakanda Dam Development Project

Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka
06.2014 - 05.2016

Regional Environmental Officer, Gamidiriya

Economic Development Ministry
01.2010 - 06.2014

Ph.D. - Environmental Management

University of Cambodia

High School Diploma -

Advance Construction And Training Academy (ACTA)

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Peradeniya

Bachelor of Science - Botany

University of Ruhuna

Publication

International:

  • Water treatment through Phyto-remediation technique For Cd and as ions at Viranagama Water project
  • Seed availability as a limiting factor for the succession in degraded grasslands in the Knuckles Forest reserve Sri Lanka.


National:

  • The Effect of some biotic and abiotic factors on the establishment of Macaranga indica in grasslands at the Knuckles Conservation Area.
  • Post establishment Barriers faced by four native tree species on degraded man-made grasslands in Knuckles, Sri Lanka.
  • Effect of some biotic and abiotic factors on tree seedling emergence on degraded grasslands in Knuckles, Sri Lanka.
  • Preliminary study on the distribution of Austroeupatorium inulifolium in the Knuckles Conservation Area.

References

Sameera, Gunamuni

Director, Sukhi Groups Pty Ltd

sam@cladex.com.au

0430 347 030


Dr. Dunston Fernando, Environmental Specialist 

dun_fernando@yahoo.com

0419 291 903

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