Chirantan Patel
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Career Profile
A Master of Engineering (Advanced Studies -Environmental Engineering) and Master of Science (Industrial Biotechnology) from Sardar Patel University in India, Chirantan Patel demonstrates over 5 years’ experience his areas of expertise include:
Environmental Compliance,
Environmental Management systems (EMS),
Implement Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) on projects (construction, mining), and manage consultants / contractors / suppliers for project delivery.
Contaminated land assessment
Environmental Impact Assessment
Air Quality and waste Management
Worked in Construction (major infrastructure projects), Government, and consulting sectors. Developed, implemented and certified, environmental management system to ISO14001 standard for Environmental protection agency, India . Developed, implemented Corporate Sustainability reporting and NGERS/ Carbon reporting system - (ENVIZI - Carbon Systems), that interacted with ERP (JDE) and 12 other systems, for ASX top 200 listed industry group.
Willing to travel, with excellent planning and organisational skills, he is detail oriented, demonstrates high standard analytical thinking and process and procedural improvement ability. A team player with a passion for environmental management and sustainable systems. .
Education, Training & Certification
Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) Dec 2015
Griffith University Brisbane, Qld
(Research Topic: Effect of thermo-chemical and hydrothermal pre-treatment on chemical composition and methane (biogas) production from sugarcane bagasse and trash)
Core Subjects:
Environmental Management
Project Management
Renewable Energy Systems
Aquatic Ecosystem Health
Eng. Communication and leadership
Master of Science (Industrial Biotechnology) Dec 2012
Assessed and Accredited by Australian Department of Education & Training
(Research Topic: Characterization of isolated Bacillus thuringiensis and other Bacillus spp. through Amplified Ribosomal DNA Restriction Analysis (ARDRA), antibiotic susceptibility testing and Bio-control activity against Lepidopteran larva)
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) Mar 2010
Sardar Patel University, India
Cert IV in Training and Assessment
MapInfo / Incite/ Oracle/ SAP/ Primavera
Global Reporting Initiative (GRI-G4) practitioner
Career History
Leighton Contractors Pty Ltd, Brisbane, Australia Jul 2015 – Mar 2016
(Construction & Infrastructure - Northern Access Road)
Environment Advisor
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the approved management plan to mitigate the risks from the drilling process and products. Manage drilling subcontractors for bored piles.
Implementing and maintain the environmental monitoring program (acid sulphate soil (ASS), surface water, air quality, vibration and noise). Includes calibration of equipment and reporting
Implement and report data for National Greenhouse Emissions Reporting Act 2007 (NGER Act) and the Corporate Green Office Management Plan (GOMP).
Prepare monthly environmental report to the project superintendent.
Developed, implemented and maintained an ASS tracking sheet which includes records for quantities and dates for excavated ASS, lime treatment, sampling, re-treatment and locations of reused material to provide support for management of ASS on site.
Review designs, work method statements & process control plans to ensure relevant environmental aspects and controls are identified.
Proactively liaise with field staff and subcontractors to prevent and address day to day environmental issues on-site with practical environmental advice to comply with legal and contractual environmental requirements.
Deliver environmental training (i.e. induction, tool box talks); undertake environmental inspections and co-ordinate with field staff to implement environmental controls
Key achievement:
Successfully delivered the environmental outcomes for re-alignment and rehabilitation of Landers Pocket Drain – revegetation of mangrove and salt couch.
This project received Healthy Waterways Award – Best practice and innovation (<5% mortality rate)
Successfully managed the Cultural Historical Heritage risk for Kingsford Smith Memorial
Managed the removal and clean-up of asbestos contamination
Transpacific Industries Group, Brisbane, QLD Jul 2014 - Jun 2015 (ASX 200 listed)
Environment and Sustainability Officer
Responsibilities:
Provided leadership and support to senior management and the board on issues regarding environment and sustainability. Was responsible for all aspects of Transpacific’ s mandatory compliance with the federal government’s National Greenhouse Emissions and Energy Reporting (NGER) Act and managing the impacts of the Carbon pricing mechanism from the Clean Energy Act.
Develop and implement NGER/ Carbon reporting System (ENVIZI) interacting with JDE and 12 other systems.
Develop and implement group-wide Business Sustainability processes.
Provide practical advice and functional support to tenders, communications, legal & commercial, company secretariat, finance, fleet, business units, sites and business analysts.
Develop and deliver training to various levels of management and other employees
Provide support to Group Finance for Carbon Tax implications and forecasting.
NGER Audits (internal and external – assurance).
Core team member of the group Carbon Project Team - provide support with reporting and compliance with legal requirements.
Provide Sustainability related internal and external reporting (including ASX reporting), including reporting to Customers.
Key Achievements:
Delivered the group level National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) report with limited assurance (managed auditors from Ernst & Young).
Pivotal role in delivery the carbon management model for the business.
Implemented and configured and delivered complete ‘Sustainability Reporting System’ that aligns closely with business process (including financials).
Assisted in successful application for receiving grant under the Clean Investment Technology Program.
Environmental Protection Agency, Ahmedabad, India Feb 2013 – Feb 2014
(Contaminated Land Unit)
Environment Officer
Responsibilities:
Project managing Contaminated Soil Disposal Permits.
Assessment of Contaminated Sites Investigation Reports under EPA / IPA (Stage 1, 2, 3) and Validation Reports.
Advise clients on Environmental Protection Act 1994, EMR/ CLR, and the business processes involved in dealing with CLU –EPA.
Site Inspection & sampling for investigation and/ or compliance.
Prepare enforcement documents e.g. Environmental Protection Orders-EPO
Project Management of Contaminated Land Projects. Undertake Stage 1 and Stage 2 investigation including desktop study, field work including intrusive drilling & excavation and reporting.
Supervision of Landfill excavation/ management works.
Liaising with administrative authority for various processes involved in site investigation and Site Management Plans for managing contamination on-site. Liaise with other functional groups (e.g. planning) for formulating necessary approvals required for contaminated site or waste management.
Ahmedabad Advanced Water Treatment Plant (AAWTP) Jul 2012 - Feb 2013
(Construction – Infrastructure)
Environmental Officer
Responsibilities:
Management of environmental issues for delivery and storage of hazardous & flammable/ combustible chemicals including temporary ESCP for construction and commissioning and operational stages of the AAWTP.
Review designs, work method statements & process control plans; develop and implement monitoring/inspection/training programs; prepare monthly reports; liaise with statutory bodies & community and manage specialist consultants.
Incidents investigation & reporting. Undertake risk assessment and prepare Health, Safety & Environment Plans.
Prepare Monthly dashboard and project reports.
Key Achievements:
Global Water Project of the Year 2012 – “Technical masterpiece”
International Project Achievements Award 2013 by Construction Management Association of India
Delivered Environmental Management Plans for Construction, Commissioning and Operation of the Advanced wastewater treatment plant.
Gujarat Pollution Control Board, Ahmedabad, India Jan 2012 – Jun 2012
(Air Pollution Monitoring & Control)
Pollution Control Officer
Responsibilities:
Inspection monitoring and sampling/analysis of exhaust air
Evaluation of pollution control systems design and modification recommendation
Audit & Implementation of Plant Environmental Management Plan
Ensure all environmental, OH&S and WHS policies, procedures are met
Coordination and liaison with Design Consultants and Suppliers
Ensure compliance with all EMP policies procedures and requirements
Amul Dairy, Anand, India Apr 2011 - Dec 2011
(Wastewater Remediation)
Graduate Environmental officer
Responsibilities:
Wastewater sampling and analysis including monitoring sludge characteristics
Accurate and timely monitoring of physio-chemical & biological parameters
Maintain food/ mass ratio and suggest modifications as needed
Performance evaluation of the treatment units and the plant overall
Reporting of operations & maintenance of the plant
Assist Cost-benefit analysis & Consult designers & plant engineers
Prepare technical reports -findings and recommendations from assessments
Field collection of wastewater samples, validation and archival
Perform simple data processing
Volunteer Experience
Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission (observer) Apr/Jun 2010
Evaluation of chemical and biological characteristics of water from polluted site and its effect on soil properties and nutrients in commercial Crops
Technical Skill
Referees
Dr. Prasad Kaparaju
PhD lecturer, Griffith University
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