Administrative Assistant & Customer Success Specialist Candidate
Resume:
SUKANYA BALENDRAN
MPhil researcher at Curtin University specialising in water treatment
and membrane-based separation processes. Experienced in nanofiltration, ion separation, and experimental analysis relevant to mining wastewater and resource recovery. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and scientific communication skills, with experience across both research and industry environments. CONTACT
Address
U10, 40-42, Wyong Road,
Bentley, 6012, WA.
Phone
Sukanya.Balendran@gmail
.com
linkedin.com/Sukanya
Balendran
REFERENCES
Mr. Eranga Dilhan
General Manager-
Sustainable Business,
MAS Kreeda (Pvt) Ltd
Biaygama EPZ, Walgama
Malwana
Srilanka.
E-mail:
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Associate Professor
Ranjan Sarukkalige
School of Civil and
Mechanical Engineering,
Curtin University,
Western Australia.
E-mail:
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ABOUT ME
EDUCATION
Master of Philosophy (MPhil) – Curtin University,
Western Australia.
Research Topic:
Comparative Evaluation of Commercial
Nanofiltration Membranes for Lithium Recovery
from Spent Lithium-Ion Batteries.
• Conduct membrane performance evaluation
under varying conditions.
• Analyse ion rejection (Li, Mg, etc.) and
permeability behaviour.
• Investigate separation mechanisms relevant to
wastewater treatment.
• Perform laboratory experiments and data-driven
analysis
27/08/2025
Present
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Bachelor of Science in Mineral Resource and
Technology – B.Sc.(Hons) (Specialized in Water
Science and Technology) - Uva Wellassa
University, Sri Lanka.
• Environmental and water chemistry (Organic,
Physical, Advanced Water Chemistry)
• Water and wastewater treatment (Water
Treatment Methods, Advanced & Industrial
Treatment)
• Analytical techniques and laboratory skills
(Instrumentation, Water Quality Analysis)
• Separation processes and transport phenomena
(Thermodynamics, Solute Transport Modelling)
• Environmental systems (Geology, Geophysics,
Remote Sensing & GIS)
• Mathematical and computational methods
(Statistics, Groundwater Modelling)
• Research skills (Scientific Writing, Directed
Research Project)
7/6/ 2008
2/05/2012
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Post Graduate Diploma in Management -
University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
5/10/2017
20/12/2018
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EXPERIENCE
RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
S. Balendran, D.T. Udagedara and C.I. Kumara, 2013, Investigation of the effectiveness of Upparu salt barrage, Jaffna Peninsula, Proceedings to 29th technical sessions of GSSL, Sri Lanka, 115-118.
PUBLICATIONS
Senior Executive – Business Partnering
MAS Kreeda (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka
• Led and supported a business partnering team, aligning workforce strategies with organisational objectives
• Provided guidance to managers on employee relations, policies, and grievance handling, ensuring fair and compliant practices
• Coordinated and facilitated the Learning & Development
(L&D) cycle, including Individual Development Plan (IDP) implementation
• Managed and monitored technical competency assessment processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
• Identified and consolidated training and development needs, contributing to annual L&D planning and budgeting
• Collaborated with central L&D teams on development initiatives and organisational capability building
• Monitored employee performance evaluation processes, particularly during probation periods
2023/01/2
2025/03/15
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2025/07/27-
Current
MPhil Researcher – Curtin University
• Designed and conducted membrane filtration experiments
• Evaluated separation efficiency of ions in aqueous systems
• Analysed physicochemical behaviour of membranes under different conditions
• Utilised analytical tools (conductivity meter, pH measurement)
• Prepared technical reports and research presentations 2013/03/15
2022/12/30
- Senior Executive – Compliance & Sustainability (CSR) MAS Kreeda (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka
• Ensured compliance with health, safety, environmental, and social sustainability standards within a manufacturing environment
• Conducted and monitored risk assessments and
Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), implementing mitigation measures for high-impact areas
• Contributed to resource efficiency initiatives, focusing on waste reduction and sustainable use of water and energy 2013/03/15
2022/12/30
- Senior Executive – Compliance & Sustainability (CSR) MAS Kreeda (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka
• Performed internal audits and compliance assessments to evaluate adherence to regulatory and organisational standards
• Coordinated with external auditors and regulatory bodies to support compliance certification and reporting processes
• Prepared and managed technical reports (e.g., environmental compliance, water quality testing, licensing documentation), supporting data-driven decision-making
• Liaised with regulatory authorities to track updates in environmental and safety legislation and communicated changes to relevant stakeholders
• Participated in organisation-wide sustainability and social compliance projects, supporting implementation and continuous improvement
Graduate Trainee
Water Resources Board, Jaffna
• Conducted groundwater assessments, including DGPS levelling and field data collection
• Performed chemical and biological analysis of water quality parameters
• Developed GIS-based distribution maps using ArcGIS Project Involvement:
• Dam Safety and Water Resources Planning Project
(DSWRPP): Supported water resource management and
hazard mitigation initiatives
• Jaffna Well Monitoring Program (JWMP): Conducted water quality assessments, pump testing, and geophysical analysis to evaluate pollution and seawater intrusion
2012/09/12 –
2012/11/30
• ISO 45001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification – SGS Lanka
• Certification in Professional Public Speaking – Pinnacle Alliance
• Certification of Distinction in Hard Skills – Global Business Skills
• Advanced Role-Based Training (Lean Principles)
• Contributed to achieving ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 certifications for environmental and safety management
• Led compliance efforts for NIKE accreditation audit (2014)
• Contributed to achieving WRAP Platinum Certification
(2016)
• Achieved Silver Award – National Green Awards (2015)
• Achieved Gold Award – National Occupational Safety Awards
(2022)
CERTIFICATIONS
AWARDS &
ACHIEVEMENTS
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