Patric Gomes

Patric Gomes

Environmental Consultant

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  • About me

    Environmental Engineering | MScEng Water & Wastewater | Sustainable Water Technologies | Circular Economy | Net Zero | Sustainable Systems | AWA YWP

  • Education

    • ETEV - Technical School of Viçosa

      2008 - 2010
      Advanced Diploma Environmental Studies

      Advanced Diploma in Environmental Sciences

    • Universidade Federal de Viçosa

      2009 - 2016
      Bachelor of Environmental Engineering Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
    • UNSW

      2017 - 2019
      Master of Engineering Science - Water, Wastewater and Waste Management Engineering Science
    • 同济大学

      2018 -
      Summer Scholarship Engineering Science

      The Environment and Sustainable Engineering SystemsShanghai - China

    • UNSW

      2022 - 2024
      Master of Engineering - MEngSc Sustainable Systems
    • Australian Institute of Professional Education Pty Ltd

      2010 - 2010
      Certificate IV of International Business Business Administration and Management, General

      Certificate IV in Business

    • Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences

      2013 - 2014
      Specialisation in Sustainable Water Technology Environmental Sciences

      Specialisation in Sustainable Water Technology

  • Experience

    • Madeivale. LTDA

      Jan 2008 - Jun 2008
      Environmental Consultant

      • Provided Environmental consulting.• Prepared documents for timber licensing according to the state and federal authorities.• Adjusting of the controlling plan of environmental hazards based on the requirements of state bodies FEAM and IEF.Madeivale is an hardware store that works with timber and materials for construction in general. It is located in the city of Timóteo, Brazil.

    • Ambiental Jr.

      Aug 2008 - Jun 2011
      New Business Developer

      • Dealt directly with clients, investors and collaborators.• Created, developed and presented the company in conferences and workshops.• Managed projects, deliverables, timeframes and quotation processing.• Contacted and maintained relationship with stakeholders.• Established and firmed partnerships, deals and new projects.AmbientalJr it is a Junior Enterprise associated to the Federal University of Viçosa. It focus on consulting projects related to several pathways of Environmental Engineering mostly suitable for the city councils and municipalities around Zona da Mata Mineira, MG. The majority of projects are related to Waste Management, Environmental Protection License, Installation of Organic Materials Processing and Educational Center (OMPEC) and Composting and Recycling Center (CRC), Operational Training for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP) and etc. Show less

    • Universidade Federal de Viçosa

      Jul 2009 - Jul 2010
      Project Manager - Casa dos Prefeitos

      • Management of projects related to water and wastewater collection, treatment and discharge, storm water, waste management and urban drainage.• Organizing events and conferences.• Contact with the mayors and city councils.Casa dos Prefeitos is an agency directly linked to Federal University of Viçosa aiming to provide good consultancy service to municipalities and city councils all over Brasil and small private enterprises.

    • Fundação Arthur Bernardes - FUNARBE

      Jul 2010 - Dec 2010
      Intern - Environmental Engineer

      • Developing and implementation of an integrated waste management program.• Characterization of solid residues and gravimetric analyses.• Adequacy to the environmental legislation and polices.• Implementation of a participative methodology combined with the environmental education programs for the employees.• Controlling and monitoring the activities and awareness of the physical and cultural changes in the company.Arthur Bernardes Foundation was created in 1979 with the aim of fast tracking the process of managing the funding allocated to research at the University of Viçosa, Brazil. Show less

    • ETEV - Techical School of Viçosa

      Apr 2012 - Sept 2013
      Teacher of Microbiology & IT

      • Taught Microbiology applied to Environmental Sciences.• Taught air pollution and the basics of IT for the Computer Science students.The Technical School of Viçosa (ETEV) is located in Viçosa. MG. It is currently associated to the José Rodrigues Technical School which offers a range of short duration technical courses.

    • Universidade Federal de Viçosa

      Sept 2012 - Sept 2013
      Communications Officer - SALSA Project

      • Researched beef cattle and soybean production chains data.• Elaborated strategies to reduce the production’s bottlenecks and enhanced their sustainability.• Wrote technical reports and visited clients “in situ’’.• Created questionnaires and presented the outcomes to stakeholders.• Provided consultancy in the oilseeds, biogas and sustainability areas and worked on technical translations.Department of Rural Economy (DER), Federal University of Viçosa, AgroPlus team and SALSA project (“Knowledge-based sustainable value-added food chains: innovative tools for monitoring ethical, environmental and socio-economic impacts and implementing EU-Latin America shared strategies”) from the Seventh Framework Programme. Show less

    • Centre of Expertise Water Technology (CEW)

      Feb 2014 - May 2014
      Trainee Engineer

      • Developed experimental research and techniques applicable to an anaerobic reactor.• Analysed feasibility study for long-term set ups and small units.• The experiments consisted of exposing the reactor to different conditions of air supply.• Measured and monitored the Biogas production.• Analysed the UASB sensitiveness and H2S production.

    • CAPES - Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior

      Feb 2014 - Jul 2014
      Associate Environmental Engineer

      The BRANETEC Project was a joint venture by the Brazilian & Dutch governments to provide new solutions for treatment of wastewater and sanitation issues in the city of São Luis do Maranhão, Brazil.Working on a project with such an immense scope of learning, I carried out numerous tasks, such as: m• I was involved in preparing the detail design of the decentralised wastewater treatment plant.• Gathered information on the sanitation scenario of São Luis in Brazil including the applicable legislation related to water bodies’ conservation and water discharge guidelines for presenting the data to the team.• Undertook research, evaluation and analysis to identify emerging issues and prepared recommendations to resolve policy or process issues along the project lifecycle.• Developed analytical and research skills while evaluating the feasibility and the scope of the social and environmental aspects of the project.• Presented quantitative and qualitative data to the rest of the team based on the information provided by the COEMA, the sewage agency of the state. The data was necessary for the design of the financial model and the technical aspects of the project.• Defined the new sanitation concepts that would be feasible and applicable considering the “Cradle to Cradle” principle to a decentralised treatment system in the building of Vale Empreendimentos.• Assessed the potential alternative for the recovery of each water stream (BW, GW) based on the climate, geography, and the social conditions of the city of São Luis. Show less

    • Fundação Arthur Bernardes - FUNARBE

      Mar 2015 - Dec 2015
      Environmental Engineering - Academic Intern

      Laticínio Funarbe (Arthur Bernardes Foundation sector) is the organization responsible for the dairy production and management of Viçosa products.• Designed the complete proposal and implementation of an integrated environmental management system. • Developed an executive project plan outlining the current issues related to water usage and solid waste management.• Identified the environmental aspects related to water and waste in the dairy production line. • Determined the water consumption in the factory from different activities using various methods for flow rate measurement and water meter readings such as direct method, volumetric flow and mass flow rate.• Provided a report containing quantitative values of water wastage and consumption in the factory and presented those to the employees during a training session in the form of charts and spreadsheets. • Performed a gravimetric analysis of the solid waste in the factory for the on-site waste quantification and characterization of the solid waste produced.• Presented the quantitative and qualitative data of the waste produced in the factory to directors and employees.• Communicated with key stakeholders and coordinated working groups, committees and consultations to facilitate exchange of information to support policy and legislative requirements for project deliverables.• Assessed the recycling feasibility of some of the materials produced in the factory based on the principle of “Reverse Logistic”.• Suggested the environmental controls for the environmental aspects of water and waste.• Developed an integrated selective collection plan for the waste produced in the factory and conducted training with all employees presenting the interventions suggested in the project and its impact on the water usage/wastage and waste production/recycling potential. Show less

    • Real English Center - REC

      Apr 2015 - Aug 2015
      English Teacher

      • Demonstrated communication skills and confidence deliveringclasses for children and adults (Beginners to Advanced).• Developed and enhanced teaching techniques in class and EC activities.• Worked with small groups in preparation for specific proficiencyexams as TOEFL and IELTS.Real English Center (REC) is an English school located in Viçosa, Minas Gerais. The school has been in the educational sector for over 25 years.

    • Hard Rock Cafe Australia

      Aug 2016 - Mar 2017
      Server (Casual)

      • Demonstrated excellent service skills and engaging personality• Assisted on both FOH and BOH operations, setting high standards of customer service. • Expressed initiative and drive on a fast-paced environment • Enhanced communication skills, professionalism and pro-activity, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment.• Managed it's own restaurant section with an intense turnover and managed private corporate events ensuring clients expectations and satisfaction.• Developed an effective ability of team work while working in one of the busiest restaurants in Sydney Show less

    • Matt Blatt

      May 2017 - Mar 2018
      Sales Design Consultant

      • Sales of contemporary design furniture, exceeding monthly target of $120k by 12% on average across 4 consecutive months.• Planned sale promotions, creating visual merchandise and focusing on achieving KPIs through customer satisfaction.• Maintained positive and lasting client relationships by developing a loyal customer base and great customer service. • Solved problems of stock management and deliveries by applying excel skills, retail management software knowledge and computer literacy.• Demonstrated great team work and pro-activity in solving problems around tracking stock, deliveries and managing follow up on quotes.• Performed a co-manager role and reported to GM during the store management absence.• Established a proven track record of in a high end showroom sales environment and developed a passion for high-end design. Show less

    • UNSW

      Jul 2017 - Jan 2018
      Administrative Officer

      • Established relationships between UNSW Engineering, locals and international students (U/G & P/G).• Developed and presented project proposals to improve data outcome. • Used focus groups and data analysis in student surveys, resulting in anIncrease of c. 20% response rate compared to previous years. • Gained confidence managing the project and presenting figuresto the management team.• Worked in collaboration with the Engineering Student Centre team to provide a better understanding of the students experience while at UNSW and presented solutions to improve the teaching quality at the Engineering Faculty. Show less

    • Westpac

      Mar 2019 - Aug 2022
      Derivatives Officer - Debt Market Operations

      • Working with a broad range of custodians and counterparties on derivatives contracts in the Debt Markets division, including OTC derivatives and foreign currency assets. • Ensuring deadlines are met with the efficient settlement and payment of interest rate swaps, currency swaps, forward rate agreements and credit derivatives.• Comprehending Market Wire functionalities and other investment platforms by adhering to the standards of the International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA).• Understanding the full spectrum of financial instruments and how theyoperate, hedge risks and allow clients to speculate on prices movements.• Engaging with both internal and external stakeholders including traders, sales, compliance and corporate clients while familiarizing with international settlements of listed and unlisted deals.• Organising and processing payments and settlements on a timely basis, focusing on cutoff times for the relevant currencies and locations across the globe.• Demonstrating great teamwork and pro-activity in solving pre and post settlement queries, investigating deliverables and payments.• Gaining literacy and building proficiency in SSA (Swift payments), AMH, AustraclearMurex, Bank Trade, Corporate Online (COL), Service Online, Trade Lifecycle Management (TLM) and other internal business programs and financial platforms. Show less

    • Aquacell Pty Ltd

      Aug 2022 - Sept 2022
      Operations Engineer

      • Attending site to service assigned treatment plants with the scope and frequency outlined on service agreement.• Ensuring all plants are being monitored and that treated water meets all quality standards.• Undertaking minor repairs of existing equipment and installation.• Remote monitoring treatments plants through SCADA systems, identifying and responding to alarming operation conditions.• Identifying and troubleshooting problems which are preventing normal operation.• Data analysis and performance optimisation of the recycling treatment plants.• Effectively applying continuous improvement principles aiming to increase performance of wastewater treatment plants.• identifying, preparing and managing implementation of service variations.• Managing periodic collection and analysis of water samples in line with service agreement and regulatory requirements.• gaining literacy on relevant pieces of software largely used in the water industry. • Assisting on completion of monthly, quarterly and annually service and regulatory reports.• Assisting on auditing procedures for IPART and other regulatory agencies. Show less

    • EcoSPIRITS

      Jan 2023 - now
      Operations Engineer
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • First Aid Officer

      Surf Life Saving NSW
      Jan 2020
    • Learn to Lead with UNSW 2021

      UNSW
      Sept 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Certificação Executiva: Desenvolvimento de Negócios, Liderança e Networking

      FIA Business School
      Jul 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Future Me Program 2020

      Westpac
      Jan 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Professional Engineer

      Engineers Australia
  • Volunteer Experience

    • New Business Developer

      Issued by Ambiental Jr. on Sept 2010
      Ambiental Jr.Associated with Patric Gomes
    • Westpac Community and Sustainability Team member (C&S)

      Issued by Westpac on Dec 2019
      WestpacAssociated with Patric Gomes