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Work History
Education
Skills
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Activities Voluntary Work
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Emad Elbabaa

Brisbane

Summary

Environmental Engineer with passion for managing environmental engineering projects. Experience in monitoring and improving environmental issues with environmental regulations. Strong prioritizing skills to meet deadlines with clear deliverables. Excellent problem solving, reports writing, and decision making skills; Ability to complete tasks within a given time frame; Team oriented behaviour, and experience in multicultural work environment; Flexible and ability to adapt to changes; Willingness to learn and develop my knowledge, skills and career; Communicate and collaborate effectively with all related stakeholders.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Removal and Recycling Business Owner

Community Removals
07.2018 - 12.2023
  • Planning and organising the day-to-day running of the business
  • Managing different business aspects such as marketing, operations and customer service
  • Create a waste reduction plan
  • Establish a waste reduction program and identify local recyclers
  • Manage hazardous waste correctly and emphasise compliance with local council rules
  • Consider the cost of disposing of materials compared to the cost of producing or purchase.
  • Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Devised and executed plans for safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Performed cost-benefit analyses on proposed projects, ensuring resources were allocated effectively for maximum impact.
  • Composed and implemented plans to identify potential environmental risks and determine appropriate solutions.
  • Created and executed robust waste management plans, decreasing waste production and boosting resource utilization.
  • Trained employees on best practices in environmental engineering, contributing to a more knowledgeable workforce.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Education Counsellor & Marketing Assistant

Iae Edu Net
02.2015 - 02.2020
  • Assist in the day-to-day administrative procedures
  • Organise and assist with events on marketing calendar
  • Promote, monitor and analyse all updates on market trends
  • Advice and counsel students on academic improvement, and cultural issues
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with staff, institutions, and all related stakeholders.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Streamlined administrative tasks by developing efficient record-keeping systems for tracking student progress and attendance.
  • Developed strong relationships with local colleges to streamline admissions procedures and increase acceptance rates of our students.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Provided comprehensive support to prospective international students, guiding them through the entire application process.
  • Worked with marketing team to develop recruitment strategies in accordance with organizational goals and within budgetary guidelines.
  • Managed communication efforts aimed at maintaining consistent contact with prospective students throughout their decision-making process.

Environmental Protection Officer

Bulimba Creek Catchment Coordinating Committee Inc. (B4C)
03.2014 - 07.2018
  • Assist in restoring ecosystem by engaging in programs to identify flora and fauna, maintain creek health, and plant Australian native plants
  • Supervise water monitoring and controlling programs, observe and report the physical and chemical characteristics of the waterways to the team manager.
  • Reduced environmental risks by conducting thorough site assessments and implementing corrective actions.
  • Performed statistical analysis of environmental data.
  • Prepared samples or photomicrographs for testing and analysis.
  • Fostered a culture of environmental responsibility within the organization by regularly communicating progress updates and celebrating achievements in sustainability efforts.

Cleaner Production Development Assistant

Continental Biscuit Manufacturers
03.2013 - 07.2013
  • Forming a baseline assessment to identify the key activities, with an emphasis on strategies to minimise energy use (lighting and air conditioning)
  • Identification of manufacturing waste to improve recycling of solid waste and mitigate hazardous waste
  • Apply an action plan to guide implementation.

Environmental Management Auditor

Singh Fabrications
07.2012 - 12.2012
  • Conduct an internal auditing to identify the environmental aspects and impacts to evaluate environmental performance and operational procedures..
  • Assisted in development and maintenance of environmental management systems in accordance with ISO 14001.
  • Reduced environmental impact by designing and implementing sustainable engineering solutions.
  • Developed comprehensive waste management plans to minimize disposal costs while protecting natural resources.
  • Conducted comprehensive environmental assessments for better understanding of site conditions and potential hazards.
  • Evaluated energy usage patterns to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and reduced carbon footprint.

Network Administrator

General Information authority
12.2008 - 10.2010
  • Assist in fixing PC's network, programming and formation, installing programs
  • Contribute to weekly team meetings and business plans
  • Member in IT support team, work as information technology supporter
  • Managing and configuring Cisco Switches and Routers and various WAN technologies and related work software.
  • Researched and recommended new technologies and strategies for improving system performance.
  • Authored documentation for system configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Maintained network hardware and software and monitored network to support network availability to end users.

Technical Support Engineer

Kabas Engineering Systems
05.2005 - 12.2007
  • UPS Installation and adjustment
  • Responsible for UPS and generators spare parts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues promptly and effectively.
  • Traveled with sales engineers on customer site visits to respond to specific technical questions.
  • Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
  • Maintained clear communication channels with clients throughout the troubleshooting process, ensuring transparency and trust.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Integrated Water Management

University of Queensland , Brisbane, Qld, Australia
07.2018

Master Of Environmental Engineering - Environmental Engineering

Griffith University , Brisbane, Qld, Australia
07.2016

Graduate Certificate - Environmental Engineering

Griffith University, Brisbane, Qld , Australia
07.2012

Advanced Diploma - Electronic Engineering

College of Electronics Technologies , Tripoli, Libya
12.2004

Skills

  • Audit Coordination
  • Waste disposal
  • Pollution Prevention
  • Technical Documentation
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Environmental assessment
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Waste Management
  • Water treatment
  • Site Inspection
  • Environmental policy
  • Environmental problems analysis
  • Environmental Impact Analysis

Languages

Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Activities Voluntary Work

  • Vice president and secretary, Libyan community organisation in Queensland (NGO), 07/2017, Present, Plan, develop and enforce policies and objectives of the organisation to ensure it maintains its values and meets established goals;, Assigning community members to coordinate community events and other programs to create responsiveness to the organisation;, Prepare monthly and annual reports to evaluate community's activities, events and budget.
  • G20 Brisbane Welcomes the World Program, 10/2014, I've participated in this program to ensure Brisbane is remembered as the 'friendly G20 host city', and to give visitors a personal connection with our city, our culture and our events that we hope they will share with their friends and relatives.
  • Brisbane International Student Ambassador 2013, 04/2013, 04/2014, I have been selected as a 2013 Brisbane International Student Ambassador (BISA). I have worked in a voluntary capacity with Brisbane Marketing for one year., Work closely with Brisbane Marketing team to present Brisbane to the world Support delivery of the Lord Mayor and student events., Participate in local and international media interviews and share leisure tourism and major event experiences via different social media platforms.

References

  • Dr Sunil Heart, Program Convenor (Environmental Engineering), Griffith School of Engineering, QLD, Australia, 4111, s.herat@griffith.edu.au, +61 7 3735 6635
  • Anna Jones, Project Manager, Brisbane Ambassador Program, Level 8, 157 Ann Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000, anna@suburbanpets.com.au, +61 408 511 146
  • Dr Ali El Hanandeh, Lecturer (Environmental Management), Griffith School of Engineering Nathan, a.elhanandeh@griffith.edu.au, +61 7 3735 6682
  • Mike Park, Former Admission Manager, Iae Edu Net, 2/69 Adelaide st, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, pwseo@hotmail.com, +61 425 825 249

Timeline

Removal and Recycling Business Owner - Community Removals
07.2018 - 12.2023
Education Counsellor & Marketing Assistant - Iae Edu Net
02.2015 - 02.2020
Environmental Protection Officer - Bulimba Creek Catchment Coordinating Committee Inc. (B4C)
03.2014 - 07.2018
Cleaner Production Development Assistant - Continental Biscuit Manufacturers
03.2013 - 07.2013
Environmental Management Auditor - Singh Fabrications
07.2012 - 12.2012
Network Administrator - General Information authority
12.2008 - 10.2010
Technical Support Engineer - Kabas Engineering Systems
05.2005 - 12.2007
University of Queensland - Graduate Certificate , Integrated Water Management
Griffith University - Master Of Environmental Engineering , Environmental Engineering
Griffith University - Graduate Certificate , Environmental Engineering
College of Electronics Technologies - Advanced Diploma , Electronic Engineering

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