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Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

As a Water Quality Modeller, I utilize advanced hydrodynamic and water quality modelling tools, specifically TUFLOW FV, to conduct comprehensive analyses and support various environmental and engineering projects. My responsibilities and expertise encompass:Hydrodynamic and Water Quality Modelling: Leveraging TUFLOW FV, I performed both near field and far field modelling to predict the transport and dispersion of pollutants in aquatic environments. This includes detailed simulations of dredging plumes and the assessment of their impact on water quality.Submarine Groundwater Discharge and Ocean Outfalls: Conducted simulations to evaluate the effects of submarine groundwater discharge and ocean outfalls on marine ecosystems. These studies involved intricate modelling of discharge plumes and their interaction with coastal and offshore water bodies.Data Analysis and Interpretation: Analyzed large datasets derived from field measurements and model outputs to identify trends, assess environmental impacts, and validate model predictions. Applied statistical and computational techniques to ensure robust and accurate data interpretation.Energy Transition Support: Supported initiatives related to the energy transition by modelling the environmental impacts of various energy infrastructure projects. This included assessing the effects of renewable energy installations on water quality and hydrodynamic conditions.Geophysics and Physical Oceanography: integrate hydrodynamic modelling with geological and oceanographic data. Technical Reporting and Stakeholder Communication: Prepared detailed technical reports and communicated findings to stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, project developers, and community groups. Ensured that complex modelling results were presented in an accessible and understandable manner.

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Responsible for:Numerical Modelling of Hydrodynamics, Waves, Dredge Dispersion, Erosion, Flooding, and Design Conditions: Conducted comprehensive numerical modelling using the MIKE suite of tools to simulate hydrodynamic conditions, wave propagation, sediment dispersion from dredging activities, coastal erosion, and flood scenarios. This included modelling design conditions to support coastal construction projects, ensuring the stability and sustainability of infrastructure.Geophysical Data Analysis: Occasionally undertook geophysical analysis, processing and interpreting data from geophysical surveys such as seismic reflection, sonar mapping, and ground-penetrating radar. This helped characterize sub-surface geological features and understand sedimentary processes.Cyclone Modelling Integration: Integrated cyclone modelling to assess the impacts of extreme weather events on coastal and marine environments. Simulated storm surge, wave action, and flooding associated with cyclones to inform risk assessments and mitigation strategies.Data Analysis: Analyzed extensive datasets from field measurements and model outputs, applying advanced statistical and computational techniques to validate model predictions and identify environmental trends. Coastal Hazard and Risk Assessments and Planning for Climate Change: Played a key role in the Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Planning (CHRMAP) process in Western Australia. Assessed coastal hazards, evaluated risks, and developed adaptation strategies to address climate change impacts, supporting long-term coastal resilience and sustainability planning.Reporting and Communication: Prepared detailed technical reports to communicate findings of geophysical and oceanographic analyses to stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, project developers, and community groups. Presented complex scientific data and model results in an accessible and understandable manner.

Brazil

Kahakai Consulting aims to provide companies to reach high-growth with data-based solutions through knowledge of the field of expertise and through a willingness to keep abreast of technological advancements.● Assisted the development of new projects through special research, data analysis, and data collection to facilitate strategic decision-making for the organizations. ● Elaborated and revised technical reports and bidding documents.● Analyzed over 20 technical proposals and consolidated data-driven solutions for projects over 𝐑$ 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐌𝐌.● Consolidated a matrix of risks and opportunities to base the decisions in the industry.● Delivered cost-benefit analysis by gathering opinions from diverse specialists and disciplines, such as Engineering, Geoscience, Data Management, Navigation, Contracts, Commercial, Environmental, Dredging, etc.

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Port of Açu is the largest port-industry infrastructure in South America and has a partnership with Port of Antwerp.● Responsible for planning and managing capital and maintenance dredging works: about 2.5 MM m³, a budget of 𝐑$ 𝟗𝟎 𝐌𝐌, 4 contractors involved, and 3 different clients attended.● Carefully managed the met-ocean data, implemented the procedures to process and access the data, and planned their routine maintenance: 2 tide sensors, 4 ADCP, 2 waverider buoys, 2 onshore meteorological stations (wind, visibility, rain, pressure).● Contract and evaluation of several studies such as fluid mud navigation, climate change resilience, new forecast system, UKC implementation, new technologies acquirement (ROV, Drones, among others).● Responsible for management and quality control of bathymetry and seismic of regular monitoring.● Attended meetings to discuss risk management in port projects and contracts, saving up to 𝐔𝐒$ 𝟓 𝐌𝐌 per year.● Assisted in a contract dispute, with several meetings with legal teams to "translate" technical knowledge to them.● Helped with the implementation of a long-term maintenance dredging contract.● Created plans to increase the feasibility of projects with clients, contractors, and stakeholders (environmental agency, Brazilian Navy, pilots).

Rio De Janeiro Area, Brazil

COPPETEC Foundation is the consultancy of Engineering School in Rio de Janeiro Federal University (among the world's top 200 universities).● Participation in environmental consulting, responsible for hydrodynamic modeling using SisBaHiA (numerical model from COPPETEC, similar to Delft3D) and writing reports: 3 siltation studies for Brazilian public ports, 1 beach erosion study, 1 study of degradation of water quality;● Responsible for quantifying the additional risk of wave impact on the structure of Tim Maia cycle path after 2016's collapse.● Responsible for the revision and update of the manual SisBaHiA – a user-friendly environmental numerical modeling system developed in COPPE / UFRJ● Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner.● Utilized excellent communication and collaboration skills.http://www.sisbahia.coppe.ufrj.br/

Internship at LaHiMar (Maritime Hydraulics Laboratory), Environmental Engineering Department, UFSC, under the supervision of Professor Antonio Fetter Filho.● Responsible for analyzing multiple physical parameters (topography, currents, sea level) in estuarine regions using MATLAB. This work in Goiana River resulted in an article published in Annals of an event.● Assisted senior engineers with any and all tasks related to ensuring Maritime Project success.● Assisted with and independently produced many Maritime Engineering reports.Became a member of South Atlantic Oceanography Group.Developed undergraduate thesis analyzing the harmonic components of the tides along the Brazilian coast and their spatial and temporal variations. The time series were obtained from the Oceanographic Data National Bank (BNDO), maintained by the Navy of Brazil, the project Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS-Brazil), and also from the monitoring centers the Port Authority of Brazil. The harmonic analyses used the tool T_TIDE in MATLAB.

Internship at LOC (Laboratory of Coastal Oceanography), Geosciences Department, UFSC, under the supervision of Professor Jarbas Bonetti.● Responsible for collecting, standardizing, and classifying data from 12 estuaries of Santa Catarina State.● Created maps, indexes, and databases in ArcGIS. This work resulted in a database used in 3 Ph.D. theses and 4 MSc theses.● Management of databases and datasets.● Utilized superior data visualization and data management skills.● Developed proficiency in MATLAB, Microsoft Office, and ArcGIS.

Responsible for instructing and evaluating students in practical projects. Assisted in fieldwork campaign and laboratory processing of sediment samples.

Internship at Sedimentology Laboratory, Geosciences Department, UFSC, under the supervision of Professor Norberto Horn Filho.Worked on the project "Environmental Sedimentary Atlas of the Oceanic Zone of the State of Santa Catarina, Brazil".Fieldwork: sediment sampling and textural analysis on the backshore sector; environmental observations of physical conditions of the beach (waves, tide, wind, etc.).Laboratory work: morphoscopic analysis of the sediments, data processing to both qualitative and quantitative analysis, data integration and implementation of Geographical Database (GDB).This work resulted in 3 articles published in annals of events and 1 article published in scientific journals.HORN FILHO, N. O., SCHMIDT, A.D., SOARES, J. L., DIEBE, V.C. et al. Environmental Sedimentary Atlas of Oceanic Zone of the State Santa Catarina, Brasil. Journal of Coastal Research. , v.64, p.1348 - 1351, 2011.

Responsible for elaborating and teaching weekly 3-hour classes covering General Geology I.The 2-hour practical classroom sessions were intended to teach how to identify igneous and sedimentary rocks. Another 1 hour was intended to clarify and solve questions on any subject of General Geology I.

Master Of Science - Ms, Ocean Engineering

Developed a solid foundation in Engineering concepts and applied it to research the impact of waves in coastal structures, like piers.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Oceanography

Developed a solid foundation in the scientific method and applied it to data analysis, numerical modeling, instrumentation, research &.