Estera Sparchez Email & Phone Number

Perth, Australia

- Lead the operations team to become a high performing team with a culture centered on delivering outstanding performance in accordance to the current delivery contract.- Responsible for the financial performance of the contract- Provide leadership and guidance to the operations personnel and ensure the team has adequate resources to carry out its function- Ensure that all asset management and maintenance activities are completed within the required timeframes and within the budget- Provide high level operational input to support and facilitate capital projects from design to commissioning to ensure operational standards are maintained- Ensure that the site broad objectives and policies in relation to Quality, Safety Environmental Management Systems are successfully implemented and ensure that the operations team is engendered with a safety culture.- Manage the interactions and stakeholder management of the Joint Venture partner, parent management organisations and client and provide support as appropriate.- Assist and support in the preparation of submissions and reports to the relevant Government agencies and regulators.- Maintain harmonious and effective relationships with all stakeholders associated with Mundaring WTP contracts- Ensure the delivery of all management plans and associated setup activities are completed on time and in full.- Ensure compliance with all contractual notifications and ensure the the project set up objectives are met.- Assist with setting the budge, profit target and oversee delivery of results.- Ensure financial systems are appropriately utilized including procurement, payment, submission of invoices and the maintenance of accurate information.- Manage procurement processes and the use of contractors to ensure the best cost outcome for MWTP.- Liaise with the client to ensure payments are received within the agreed terms.

Perth, Australia

Responsibilities:• Ensured all planning projects developed by the team are technically viable, sustainable and satisfy the customer and regulatory requirements.• Performed projects critical analysis, data and information dissemination, filed research and documentation. Use information obtained to make intelligent decisions concerning the business prospects.• Provided technical and strategic advice in projects development and coordination.• Recommended changes to the Capital Investment Program• Ensured internal, external stakeholders and regulators are engaged and issues well managed.• Managed, lead and contribute to the team development by setting up design systems for wastewater stabilization ponds used in infrastructure planning.• Produced and reviewed planning reports, technical advices and Memos to the General Managers for various wastewater schemes across the state.• Managed various site investigation projects and consultants contracts. Showed high ability to engage clients on any level such as: shires across the state, indigenous organisations, various regulators (Dept. of Environment Regulator, Dept. of Health). Achievements: Successfully directed and completed long term planning projects for:• Halls Creek, WWTP and TWWM• Coral Bay, WWTP and TWWM• Esperance, WWTP and TWWM• Fitzroy Crossing, TWWM• Seabird and Guilderton, TWWM• Subiaco WWTP – Sludge handling• York, WWTP and TWWM• Toodyay, TWWM• Strategic Investment Business Case, Metro WWTPs

Auckland, New Zealand

Responsibilities:• Operated, coordinated and provided technical support in wastewater treatment processes.• Coordinated and assisted a team of process operators to use SCADA and DCS systems• Responsible to meet the Resource Consents targets.• Liaised with various engineering groups in process coordination/optimization.• Strong leadership abilities.• Strong analytic data interpretation, chemical analysis and sound mechanical, electrical and instrumentation engineering knowledge used. Results and achievements:• Successfully process delivery,control and operation.• Assisted in process refinement/optimization to reduce production costs (energy and chemicals).• Developed documentation (SOPs and PI&Ds) for treatment processes.• Strong chemical background associated with a sound mechanical, electrical and instrumentation knowledge, assisted in making quick and sharp decisions in order to meet the product quality and the Recourse Consents targets.• Coached and mentored a group of 7 staff members by offering constructive feedback and making them take interest in their long-term carrier growth. Also leveraged their knowledge to assist in achieving professional qualification.Biosolids Engineer Responsibilities:• Contract administration, $20M/yr • Liaised with multiple consultants and contractors.• Meet the contract budgetary and time constraints.• Maintain the appropriate technical standards and QA requirements. Achievements:• Monitored costs, timescales and resources used to achieve the budgetary constraints.• Reduce the total costs by more than 10%.• Drafted action plans and led meetings with Plant Manager, Principal Engineer and Contractors to review project progress and proposed changes.• Developed and maintained strong and clear communication• Conducted analysis to address the odour issues. New odour neutraliser implemented.• Diligently maintained the safety and quality standards.

Auckland, New Zealand

Responsibilities:• Produce and deliver process flow diagram for Te Kauwhata WWTP• Design the inlet works for Te Kauwhata WWTP• Produce concept design (SAF) for Arthur Pass WWTP• Investigated new water source in Waipapa Region and develop various strategic options for Waipapa WTP. Results and achievements:• Successfully developed the PFD and designed the inlet works for Te Kauwhata WWTP.• Delivered the concept design to implement a SAF treatment system in Arthur Pass WWTP• Delivered the strategic options for a new water source and implement a WTP in Waipapa Region

Auckland, New Zealand

Responsibilities:• Coordinate and produce the Asset Register for Huia and Ardmore WTPs.• Investigate and assess the mixing performance of the sludge digestion process in Pukete, Hamilton WWTP.• Monitor the quality and performance indicators in Mangere, Auckland WWTP.• Formulate and communicate the operating parameters to ensure the product meets the Resource Consents. Results and achievements:• Completed the Asset Register for Huia and Ardmore WTPs.• Completed the investigation on sludge mixing performance in Hamilton WWTP and made recommendations for process improvements.• I have undertaken a root cause analysis and develop data based solutions to assist in process control.• I have closely coordinated with quality control group, maintenance and instrumentation teams regarding process fluidity and products quality.• I have coordinated preventative maintenance on existing and new process equipment including routine calibration without compromising the products quality.• Collaborated with the engineering team to adjust and improve the process equipment performance.• Established and adjusted work procedures (SOP) to meet process requirements and final products quality.• Developed and maintained strong and clear communication and rapport with plant personnel.

Brasov County, Romania

Responsibilities:• Manage and lead a team of 10 engineers and scientists.• Make suggestions to improve plant operation to enhance the treated wastewater quality and reduce costs.• Business development and evaluation analysis.• Comply with the current regulations, policies and procedures regarding health, safety and environment protection.• Responsible for setting internal standards in line with the state regulations and provide technical guidance and support to the design, installation, operation and maintenance.• Responsible for setting up the process equipment in accordance to the current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.• Support the financial analysis and assist in securing and executing external financing for projects.• Subordinates’ performance review.• Maintain safety and the quality standards. Results and achievements:• Successfully implemented new treatment technologies for wastewater and sludge processing to meet the EU regulations.• Implemented key projects in assisting Romania to join the EU.• Implemented the first “Sludge ecological landfill” in the country.• Set up and developed process tracking and quality control systems, maintenance and other operational reports, to detect the process problems and prevent the equipment failure.• Actively suggested and implemented operational improvements to enhance quality, process times and reduce costs.• Conducted research to increase the sludge energy recovery, environmental adaptability, process efficiency to reduce the environmental impact.

Master'S Degree, Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology, Masters

Activities and Societies: Publications • Sparchez E., Elefsiniotis T., Wareham D.G., Fongsatitkul P., (2014), “Co-treatment of domestic.

Master'S Degree, Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology

Master'S Degree, Engineering Management, Masters

Bachelor'S Degree, Chemical Engineering, Bachelor