Waarsha Dharshika Prasad
Broadmeadows,VIC
Summary
Dedicated, dynamic, and driven professional with a solid 5-year track record in geotechnical field/laboratory settings. Proficient in multitasking to achieve goals efficiently and accurately. Strong problem-solving abilities and exceptional communication aptitude for project management and client engagement. Committed to tackling new challenges and making a lasting impact in the industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service
7 Eleven Store
01.2023 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Tellers Restaurant
06.2023 - 09.2023
Geotechnical Engineer
Engineered Designs Pte Limited
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Manage Geotechnical department and oversee laboratory tests, field works (Borehole/ DCPT/ Hand Auger/ Shear Vane/ Percolation/ NDM) according to AS/NZS. Do site reconnaissance survey and prepare tenders and fee proposals for varying projects and liaise with clients. Analyse field/ Laboratory data and prepare factual or detailed geotechnical reports accordingly. Maintain laboratory equipment inventory and calibration. Carry out field tests, soil/ rock sampling/ SPT tests along with soil/ rock logging during borehole process; perform laboratory tests (mainly Atterberg and Particle size distribution test) and liquefaction and settlement analysis. Carry out level 1 inspections for new developments.
- Types of projects completed: Residential subsoil investigation, commercial warehouses/ multistorey borehole exploration/ footbridges/ access roads & carparks/ culverts and underground pipes/ transmission towers/ wet wells & soak pits/ wastewater plants.
Junior Geotechnical Engineer / CAD Technician
Engineered Designs Pte Limited
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Carry out field tests (including sampling and labelling) and laboratory tests. Soil/ Rock logging, sampling and preparing standard geotechnical reports with soil profiles. Preparing scope of works according to the type of development and providing fee proposals. Do AutoCAD drawings for foundation details.
Intern (Construction Site/ Geotechnical/ CAD Technician)
Engineered Designs Pte Limited
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Involved in construction observations and carry out geotechnical field tests and laboratory tests along with preparing draft reports. Do structural detailing via AutoCAD. Doing laboratory stock takes and maintaining the inventory and calibration of the equipment/ apparatus.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil
Fiji National University
01.2017
Skills
- AS/NZS 11700 – 4:2011 – Structural Loads
- NZS 4402 – Methods of Testing Soil for Engineering Purpose
- NZS 4431 – Earth Fill for Residential Fill
- AS 2159 – Pile Design and Installation
- AS 1726 – Geotechnical Site Investigation
- AS 1289 – Method of Testing Soil
Affiliations
- Graduate Member of Fiji Institute of Engineers (Membership No. 662)
- White Card - Victoria
Training
- Liquefaction Assessment in Engineering Practice – Conference in New Zealand (NZGS) – 2019
- Microsoft Office Project - 2018
- Nuclear Density Meter Training Course
- Total 14.5 CPD hours
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Tellers Restaurant
06.2023 - 09.2023
Customer Service
7 Eleven Store
01.2023 - Current
Geotechnical Engineer
Engineered Designs Pte Limited
01.2019 - 03.2023
Junior Geotechnical Engineer / CAD Technician
Engineered Designs Pte Limited
01.2017 - 01.2019
Intern (Construction Site/ Geotechnical/ CAD Technician)
Engineered Designs Pte Limited
01.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Civil
Fiji National University
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