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Vincent Kimanthi

Narre Warren,VIC

Summary

Interactive Environmental Scientist with experience supporting technically-oriented projects. Organized and efficient to effectively prioritize work. Adept at conducting, collecting and overseeing environmental data collection, permitting and testing for air, water and waste.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

GRADUATE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

SMEC
02.2023 - Current
  • Extra Curricular Activities
  • Coordinated members to participate in cleaning university compound
  • Organised meetings on factors leading to increase in liquid and solid waste in Nairobi city council
  • Record keeping and minute writing on all events carried out
  • Organised a project to fight against solid waste dumping into environment in Kitui county rural areas
  • Acted as a secretary for Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Environmental Club
  • Took part in campaign against pouching of wildlife endangered species such as white rhino
  • Prepared detailed scientific reports or presentations based on findings.
  • Interpreted test data to determine whether contamination existed in accordance with environmental laws.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

WASTE AUDITOR

MRA Consulting Group
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Inspecting different areas in the City of Melbourne and logging information and photos into system on waste management
  • Auditing waste management & Street cleaning issues in and around City of Melbourne
  • Supervising other team members during audit work and ensuring all resources needed are provided
  • Led meetings of 8 members after audit work to discuss on data collected by each team
  • Managed data entry and report writing based on information collected from field work
  • Managed Audit team of 8 to perform public place recycling waste audits of City of Boroondara, reviewed and presented audit review findings to MRA executive team members, Served project managers in: Research (e.g., Into legislation, technology types), data collection, data analysis, finalizing reports
  • Aided bid managers to compile bids and proposals for future work
  • Took part in working in field under supervision of project manager and audit coordinator
  • Supervised staff during public place recycling waste audit in city council of Boroondara and Moreland for two weeks
  • Improved more in an area of waste management and resource recovery by participating in a variety of projects
  • Prepared detailed scientific reports based on findings from fieldwork and discussion with staff and supervisor
  • Took part in MRA weekly Team Meeting and participated in group discussions
  • Started and executed in projects given by working both independent and within teams
  • Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
  • Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
  • Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
  • Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Planned audits and audit activities to allocate necessary resources and determine consistency of plans with audit objectives.
  • Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT INTERN

MRA Consulting Group
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Addressed customers at Resource Recovery Centre and directed to right place to deposit MSW onsite
  • Monitoring and supervising customers and traffic at the Resource Recovery Centre
  • Maintaining sites including managing waste streams and assisting with litter collection as required
  • Developed programs and projects to enhance operations at Council's Resource Recovery Center
  • Conducted team meetings and training to improve performance at work
  • Research - Into legislation and technology types to deliver effective results at work
  • Executed in role of data collection, data presentation in Excel, including field work
  • Drafting and finalising reports in time and submitting to supervisor
  • Partnered with bid managers to compile bids and proposals for future work
  • Collaborated with other team members working in field under supervision by project manager
  • Developing in an area of waste management and resource recovery
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Tracked detailed hours and expenses for each project.
  • Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
  • Supported clients with business analysis, documentation, and data modeling.
  • Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKER

Outlook (Aust) ltd
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Waste Management and Resource Recovery, Oversaw coordination of project activities under supervision and followed given guidelines
  • Completed Environmental Impact Assessments & Environmental Approvals for a diverse range of projects
  • Organized key stakeholders including clients, external consultants, and sub consultants
  • Project Management ensuring projects are performed within to standard, budget and on time
  • Prepared environmental impact assessment documents under local and national government of Kenya
  • Prepared environmental management documents such as CEMPs, EMSs
  • Liaised with clients and stakeholders including government agencies
  • Developed proposals and costings
  • Implemented subcontractor management processes, manage subcontractors effectively and assist/support administration staff in the collection of subcontractor documentation
  • Report and assessment writing
  • Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
  • Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CLUB
04.2018 - 02.2019

Education

Master of Sustainability - Environmental Management

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
Melbourne, Victoria
11.2022

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
Kenya
06.2019

Skills

  • Technical Skills
  • Competent in use of IT applications:
  • Word, Excel etc to
  • Deliver solutions with and through others
  • Data analysis, data modelling and landfill gas
  • Ability to package message and communicate, both written
  • And by word of mouth
  • Ability to narrow down causes of issues and identify practical
  • Solutions
  • Multitasking
  • Team Building
  • Self-Motivated
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking

Timeline

GRADUATE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

SMEC
02.2023 - Current

WASTE AUDITOR

MRA Consulting Group
11.2022 - 02.2023

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT INTERN

MRA Consulting Group
08.2022 - 11.2022

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKER

Outlook (Aust) ltd
09.2021 - 08.2022

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CLUB
04.2018 - 02.2019

Master of Sustainability - Environmental Management

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY

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