Harper Leonard
Highbury
Summary
With 2.5 years of dedicated experience in environmental advisory, sustainability reporting, and site compliance, I offer a robust background in environmental compliance and sustainability practices. Holding a B.A. in Geography & Sociology with high distinction, I have honed strong writing and communication skills vital for effective sustainability analysis and reporting. Now, I am actively pursuing opportunities to apply my expertise and enthusiasm for corporate environmental responsibility in a similar role in London, England. Benefiting from full working rights until late 2026 under a Youth Mobility Visa, I am eager to apply my knowledge and experience in an environmental advisory position.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Site Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed up to 25 staff members in the safe and efficient operation of the site.
- Maintained a safe work environment by implementing strict safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Trained personnel in EHS protocols to ensure the site's environmental and health and safety compliance.
- Reduced costs through effective resource allocation and efficient management of materials and equipment.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure clear understanding of project objectives, timelines, and expectations.
- Assisted the Site Manager in monitoring budgetary constraints, maintaining financial accountability throughout each project phase.
- Liaised with environmental regulators to ensure the site's compliance with environmental regulations using a risk-based approached.
- Handled conflict resolution among team members promptly and professionally, ensuring a positive working environment conducive to productivity.
Environmental Data Scorer - FTC
CDP
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Acquired comprehensive knowledge of sustainability reporting criteria crucial for achieving high scores on CDP's scoring platform, which could enhance your organisation's ability to drive environmental performance improvements and stakeholder engagement.
- Analyzed and interpreted quantitative and qualitative data sets provided by local and global companies, ultimately scoring the quality and effectiveness of their climate and sustainability policies and practices
- Consistently met project deadlines by efficiently organizing and prioritizing tasks, ensuring timely completion of data analysis and reporting deliverables.
- Considered a top scorer as a result of consistently exceeding productivity and quality of work benchmarks
Environment Officer
Veolia Resource & Recovery
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Acted as the main contact for environmental and sustainability projects across multiple sites, establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies, to ensure program success and compliance.
- Consistently prepared comprehensive reports on data collection findings, thoroughly identifying emerging trends and presenting key insights to senior management and stakeholders.
- Proficiently collated and managed environmental and sustainability data often as per Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) or internal Veolia requirements, ensuring data accuracy and reliability for insightful analysis.
- Conducted internal audits by gathering, organising and evaluating data to make accurate assessments of current operations.
- Continuously monitored and stayed abreast of the latest industry advancements, proactively integrating emissions-saving technologies into landfill operations.
- Led frequent environmental toolbox meetings to ensure all team members remained well-informed regarding updates in the company's environmental initiatives.
- Managed environmental monitoring (collection, analysis and reporting) to satisfy legal and regulatory obligations
- Regularly tested wastewater and stormwater quality to ensure environmental compliance under a range of parameters
- Lead the planning and execution of drone surveys across the state's landfills, disseminating the appropriate data across the business using the Propeller software.
- Investigated environmental and safety incidents and carried out corrective actions
- Managed practical action plans to respond to audit discoveries and compliance violations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography & Sociology
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC11.2020
Skills
- ESG Data Analysis & Reporting
- Environmental Policy
- CDP Insider Scoring Knowledge
- Environmental Licensing & Permitting
- Environmental Monitoring
- Site Environmental Auditing
- Complaint Investigation
- Emissions Reductions
- Project Management
- Business Problem-Solving
- Contractor Management
- Incident Investigation
- Environmental Remediation
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Project Reporting
- Drone Surveys
- Incident Cause Analysis Method (ICAM) Training
- Social License to Operate Training
- Biosecurity Awareness & Approved Arrangement Training
- RPA (drone) operator accreditation
- HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid Training
- HLTAID009 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training
- 4WD Training
TRAINING
References
- Callum Parker - Incite Insight (contracted by CDP) // callum@incite-insight.co.uk // 07891 464933
- Lachlan James - General Environmental Manager (VIC/TAS) at Veolia Resource & Recovery // lachlan.james@veolia.com
- Steve Marshall - General Manager (VIC) at Veolia Resource & Recovery // steve.marshall@veolia.com
- Phillip Brown - Landfill Site Manager at Veolia Environmental Services (UK) // phillip.brown@veolia.com
Accomplishments
- Coordinated multiple third-party contractors in the development and mobilisation of the Cell 13 gas well installation project.
- Optimised leachate treatment facility by introducing additional sampling parameters, trialing chemicals and installing infrastructure to maximise treatment efficiency.
- Collaborated on an energy-saving project assessing aerator efficiency on-site, leading to valuable insights and potential energy-saving technology adoption.
- Employed the incident-cause-analysis-method to investigate several environmental incidents and produce considered recommendations to improve landfill operations and environmental compliance.
Timeline
Assistant Site Manager
Veolia Environmental Services
11.2023 - 04.2024
Environmental Data Scorer - FTC
CDP
08.2023 - 10.2023
Environment Officer
Veolia Resource & Recovery
11.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Geography & Sociology
University of Melbourne
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