Kashemun Nahar Zim
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Zim is a highly driven and detail-oriented Master of Engineering (Civil) student at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) who is now on the Dean's List. She has a good academic and technical background in structural, geotechnical, and transportation engineering. Zim's courses and research projects provided her with experience in road pavement design, site investigation, project management, and sustainability assessment. She blends analytical problem-solving ability with demonstrated teamwork, leadership, and communication skills gained through engineering projects and professional retail experience in Australia. Zim is excited to lend her expertise and passion to civil infrastructure projects that prioritize safety, sustainability, and great community outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Assistant (Person-in-Charge)
Just Jeans
09.2023 - Current
- Oversee daily operations including opening/closing procedures, stock management, and banking.
- Assist in achieving sales and KPI targets through effective customer engagement and product knowledge.
- Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members to enhance productivity and service.
- Coordinate store visual merchandising and promotional setups as per regional guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with workplace safety and inclusivity standards through regular training modules.
- Demonstrate strong multitasking, organizational, and leadership abilities in a fast-paced retail environment.
After-school Tutor
12.2014 - 05.2024
- Developed individualized lesson plans to support diverse student learning needs.
- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions to enhance students' understanding of core subjects.
- Monitored and assessed student progress, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to ensure alignment on educational goals and strategies.
- Improved student's overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
- Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Education
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science & Technology
12.2023
Skills
- Engineering Software: AutoCAD, ETABS, VISSIM, GeNIe, STATA, SPSS, GIS, MS Excel
- Programming: C, C
- Graphics & Presentation: Adobe Illustrator, MS PowerPoint
- Project Management Tools: MS Project (basic knowledge)
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Precision
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Organization
- Detail Orientation
- Time Management
- Empathy
Languages
English: IELTS Band 7.5
Bengali: Native
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of road intersection signal design.
- Achieved top KPIs through effectively helping with driving sales.
Certification
- Certified Person In Charge, Just Jeans Australia
Leadership & Extracurricular Activities
- Liaison Officer, International Handball Federation – Dhaka
- Joint Secretary, AUST Sports Club
- Anchor, AUST Cultural Club
- Class Representative, AUST Batch 42
- Player, 1st Division Handball Federation (Bangladesh)
Awards & Achievements
- Runner-Up, CAD Championship, AUST – 2020
- Champion, Intra-AUST Shuttle Smash – 2022
- Runner-Up (Singles) & Champion (Doubles)
- National Badminton Tournament, Dhaka – 2015
- Champion, National Handball Tournament, Dhaka – 2014
- Semi-Finalist, Partille Cup Handball Tournament, Gothenburg, Sweden – 2012
Publications
- Zim, K. N., Hossain, M. F., Islam, S., & Mamun, M. S. (2024). Benefits and Challenges of Introducing Electric Buses in Urban Areas of Dhaka, Bangladesh. 7th International Conference on Advances in Civil Engineering (ICACE 2024).
- Zim, K. N., Hossain, M. F., Islam, S., & Mamun, M. S. (2024). Sustainable Design and Construction. Springer Proceedings of ICACE 2024, Volume 1.
Timeline
Sales Assistant (Person-in-Charge)
Just Jeans
09.2023 - Current
After-school Tutor
12.2014 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Ahsanullah University of Science & Technology
Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Technology Sydney