Aidan McKenzie

Experience

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  GBG Australia

  May 2015 - Nov 2015

  Junior Geophysicist

  Roles and Responsibilities:• Processing ground penetrating radar (GPR) data using Reflexw software package.• Field work, including the acquisition of seismic refraction and MASW (multichannel analysis of surface wave) data.• Operation of the FlashRES Universal ZZ-Resistivity system with field acquisition of resistivity data.• Working in remote locations such as the Rio Tinto Yandicoogina Mine Site.• Analysing GPR subsurface data from 2GHz and 900MHz radars.• Correcting instrument offsets for GPS readings.• Extensive data entry using Microsoft Excel.• Results focused working to client set deadlines. Show less

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  Geo-Logix Pty Ltd

  Dec 2015 - Jun 2017

  Graduate Engineering Geologist

  Working with Contaminated lands and Geotechnical Investigations.Roles and Responsibilities:• Project Managing Geo-Logix's Quarterly, Bi-Annual and Annual Groundwater Monitoring Projects.• Conducting Geotechnical field investigations, including soil and rock identification, SPT, DCP, CBR and logging;• Conducting Environmental field investigations, including groundwater bore hole monitoring, soil and sediment sampling and asbestos remediation;• Working on complex PFAS sites, researching new methods of sampling, limitations and transport pathways of the upcoming contaminant;• Soil salinity investigations;• Sampling for waste classification and ENM analysis;• Geotechnical reports addressing pavement design, foundations, aggressivity exposure, batter slopes, etc.;• Preparing figures utilising QGIS; Show less

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  Tetra Tech Coffey

  Jun 2017 - Nov 2021

  Areas of expertise• Scoping and Project Management of small to major geotechnical site investigations;• 3D geological modelling using Leapfrog Works;• Training of junior staff in Engineering Geology, Sydney Geology and geotechnical investigations;• Geotechnical construction and earthworks advice;• Soil and rock slope analysis and stabilisation;• Geological interpretation for major projects;• Soil and rock classification in accordance with AS 1726:2017 and TfNSW (RMS) standards.Project Experience:• Snowy 2.0 - Modelling Geologist developing project wide 3D geological model. Informing engineering design with structural analysis of field mapping information and downhole geophysics.• M6 Tender Design Team - Engineering Geologist producing site wide Geotechnical Interpretive report and 3D geological/geotechnical model of M6 project alignment. Scoping and Pricing of Additional Investigation Schedule;• Cockatoo Island - Slope stability and landslip assessments in accordance with AGS technical note;• Circular Quay Renewal - Field Manager, with 24/7 drilling program;• Bondi to City Cycleway - Project Manager with night shift drilling program;• Snowy 2.0 - Field Engineering Geologist on 24/7 drilling program;• Canberra Light Rail - Site Engineering Geologist providing onsite advice and recommendations throughout construction; Show less

  • Geotechnical & Instrumentation Lead - Sydney Gateway (JHSW JV)

    Mar 2021 - Nov 2021

  • Engineering Geologist

    Jun 2017 - Nov 2021
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  Transport for NSW

  Nov 2021 - Jan 2023

  - Technical review of Geotechnical consultant reports.- Slope Risk Assessments.- Flexible pavement design.

  • A/ Geotechnical Scientist

    Nov 2022 - Jan 2023

  • Scientific Officer - Pavements & Geotechnical

    Nov 2021 - Jan 2023
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  Transport for NSW

  Apr 2024 - May 2024

  A/ Technical Lead Engineering Geology - Tunnels

  Technical support to M6 and Western Harbour Tunnel. Review of internal technical procedures and standards.

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  Transport for NSW

  Jul 2024 - now

  Major Project technical support for geotechnical investigations, design, hazards, route selection, etc.Contract management and stakeholder engagement.Investigation and Design for slope rehabilitation.Emergency response to landslide and major floodings.Technical Review of Consultant Reports.Creation and review of 3D Geotechnical Models.Contribution to internal geotechnical standards and methodology. Analysis and interpretation of InSAR data for possible tunnel induced subsidence.

  • Geotechnical Scientist

    Jan 2023 - now

  • A/ Technical Lead Tunnel Structures

    Jul 2024 - Sept 2024