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Lia Silva

Luanda

Summary

Passionate and dedicated Environmental and Sustainability professional with a BSc in Environmental, Sustainability, and Climate Change and a background in Environmental Engineering. Strong knowledge of environmental management, sustainability reporting, site operations, and compliance monitoring. Experienced in waste management, environmental audits, GIS mapping, and stakeholder collaboration, with a keen ability to analyze data, conduct research, and develop solutions to support sustainability goals. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a proactive approach to environmental and engineering challenges.


Overview

6060
6060
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Landfill Operations Intern

ELISAL
Luanda
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Supervised site work to verify quality and safety standards ahead of sign-off.
  • Provided administrative and research support to enhance environmental policies.
  • Documented daily waste management operations and issued resolutions for accurate site records.
  • Assisted in data collection and environmental impact assessments.
  • Utilized GIS tools for mapping landfill sites and analyzing spatial environmental data.

Intern

National Waste Agency
Luanda, Angola
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Oversaw Quality Control (QC) for waste management and environmental safety compliance.
  • Conducted site surveys and research to predict and mitigate potential environmental hazards.
  • Participated in meetings and prepared reports on waste management policies.
  • Shadowed senior environmental specialists to gain practical field experience.Communicated ideas and information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
  • Addressed incoming requests for information, inquiries, and complaints.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental, Sustainability and Climate Change

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Swansea
06.2024

Higher National Diploma - Environmental Engineering

Swansea University
Swansea
2019

Foundation Degree in Engineering - Engineering

Swansea University
Swansea

Skills


  • Environmental Audits & Quality Control
  • Waste Management & Recycling Processes
  • Sustainability Reporting & Data Analysis
  • Site Operations & Compliance Monitoring
  • Groundwater Testing & Environmental Sampling
  • GIS Mapping & Environmental Data Visualization
  • Engineering Design & Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Policy Implementation & Risk Assessment
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Strong Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

Other Experience

  • Assistant Manager and Barista Maestro Skilled - Costa Coffee, Swansea | 04/2022 - 12/2024
  • Telephone Sales Representative – Waste Managed Limited by SITEL, Swansea | 11/2021 - 02/2022
  • Customer Service Executive – Pure Legal Limited by SITEL, Swansea | 10/2021 - 12/2021


Additional Information

  • CONVERT Project Immersive Learning
    Kier Construction Rotorpilot Virtual Drone Surveying for Construction Programme (2023)
  • Brecon Beacons National Park Authority Volunteer (2022 - 2023)
  • Student Representative for Environmental Sustainability & Climate Change BSc (2023 - 2024)

Languages

Portuguese
Native language
Portuguese
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Landfill Operations Intern

ELISAL
09.2023 - 10.2023

Intern

National Waste Agency
09.2023 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Environmental, Sustainability and Climate Change

University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Higher National Diploma - Environmental Engineering

Swansea University

Foundation Degree in Engineering - Engineering

Swansea University

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