Lachlan Barnes Email & Phone Number

As the leader of the Australian Aquatic Environmental Services team at SLR, I bring over 20 years of expertise in investigating aquatic ecosystems, undertaking applied research, completing impact assessments particularly within the marine and estuarine environments for various industries, sectors and levels of government. My career has been driven by a passion for delivering scientifically sound, innovative, and practical solutions across diverse aquatic environments, from tropical to temperate waters, marine to freshwater. Throughout my career, I've embraced unique challenges and opportunities, driving impactful projects and fostering a deep understanding of aquatic environments. I'm always eager to engage with fellow professionals, explore synergies, and contribute to the evolving landscape of marine science and environmental management.Areas of ExpertiseMulticriteria decision analysis (for infrastructure siting and optioneering)Offshore and onshore marine constraints assessmentEnvironmental Impact AssessmentEnvironmental monitoringPolicy review and planningEcological submissionsDredge approvalsPort expansionBiology and ecology of fishesMarine habitat surveysMarine and estuarine ecologyFishery-dependent and fishery-independent samplingCommercial fisheriesRecreational fisheriesExperimental design and analysis.Professional Skills:Project management and deliveryClient managementBusiness and strategic planningChange management and integrationTraining and developmentCollaborating with State Government and regulatory agenciesAdvocating marine stewardship and ecological awarenessAuthoring peer-reviewed journal articles (currently, 16 co-authored)Presenting at domestic and international conferences and community workshops.Feel free to connect - let's collaborate and innovate together. #MarineScience #EnvironmentalManagement #Leadership #Sustainability

Listed skills include Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Awareness, Marine Biology, and 15 others.