I am a Geologist, Environmental Scientist, and Project Manager with over 20 years of experience leading and contributing to collaborative projects across academia, industry, and government in Australia and internationally. I have a strong track record in delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects, including scoping, budgeting, coordination, reporting, and successful execution across research and industry environments.
 
I am currently a Project Manager at the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS), University of Adelaide, where I work closely with highly successful researchers and stakeholders to support project delivery, financial management, administration, reporting, and preparation of grants and award applications. I particularly enjoy roles that combine problem-solving, performance improvement, and stakeholder engagement, with innovation and continuous improvement driving my professional approach.
 
In recent roles, I have worked as a Researcher Support Manager, supporting highly cited researchers (ranked in the top 1% globally by Clarivate citation metrics) across all faculties at the University of Adelaide. I have also managed the final stage of the Premier’s Research and Industry Fund (PRIF) Mining Consortium Program and supported the university’s high-performing research community. As a senior geologist, I contributed to an Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Project focused on the mineralogy of Iron-Oxide Copper-Gold deposits. I have also supported geochemical assessments for mine development and closure planning in consulting roles, with responsibilities spanning scoping, costing, data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
 
My technical expertise spans geochemistry, mineralogy, hydrogeology, environmental science, and biotechnology, with a strong focus on water quality and wastewater treatment. I have extensive experience in Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) prediction and biotreatment, including phytoremediation of mining wastewater. I have contributed to and led industry-linked research projects in collaboration with organisations such as GHD and OZ Minerals in Australia, and the Sarcheshmeh Copper Mine in Iran, one of the world’s largest porphyry copper deposits.
My professional experience is complemented by strong capabilities in Work Health and Safety (WHS), laboratory management, and mentoring of students and early-career researchers. I am committed to fostering safe, well-managed research environments and supporting the development of emerging professionals.
 
Alongside my professional roles, I actively coach and mentor graduates and contribute to professional and volunteer networks including AusIMM, WIMnet, Field Geology Club of South Australia, WPDN Cultural Diversity and STEM initiatives.