Simon Hunter

Experience

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  University of Southampton

  Oct 2009 - Dec 2012

  Demonstrator

  PROJECT MANAGEMENTSimon helped assist undergraduate students in weekly practical sessions during a first year fluvial geomorphology unit. Provided feedback and support to students and helped grade assignments throughout the course.

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  GeoData Institute

  Feb 2010 - Aug 2010

  Environmental Research Assistant

  DATA HANDLINGCarried out data analysis, data modelling using SSTEMP (Stream Segment Temperature Model) and report writing for a research and consultancy group which specialises in environmental data management, analysis and processing.Data modelling and analysis to determine the effects of changing riparian shade on the physical features of a stream whilst examining the effects of different stream withdrawals and returns on in-stream temperature for a catchment in southern England.APPLICATION Completed tasks using Microsoft Office Applications, Minitab, ArcGIS, Mapviewer, SSTEMP and LIDAR data. Show less

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  Natural Area

  May 2012 - May 2014

  Environmental Field Officer

  ENVIRONMENTAL REHABILITATION:Implemented large-scale erosion control and habitat rehabilitation works ranging from coastal sand dunes, urban bush-land, wetlands, river foreshore areas and specialist areas such as compensation basins and sumps.RIVER + COASTAL RESTORATION:Supervised the City of Melville, Point Walter Reserve (Perth, WA) 2012-2014, Foreshore Restoration project. Included erosion protection measures, beach replenishment and native flora planting schemes. Built up rapport with clients, consultants, engineers and managed sub-contractors on a daily basis. Applied engineered and bio-engineered restoration techniques adhering to design drawings, to mitigate bank erosion and beach sediment loss for a of number estuarine projects. Implemented river foreshore defence structures including: geotextile, gabion cages, specialist sand bags, brush and coir mattress, wind and sand control fencing (sand dune rehabilitation works), rock rip-rap, rock toe protection and rock replenishment for foreshore stabilisation and erosion control.INVASIVE FLORA MANAGMENT + RE-VEGETATION:Delivered flora surveys & weed mapping to manage invasive flora.Managed large-scale native planting and bushland rehabilitation works. Undertook propagation and planting of native flora at the Natural Area native nursery. Show less

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  Greenbase Pty Ltd

  Jul 2014 - Sept 2014

  Environmental Accounts Assistant

  ENVIRONMENTAL DATA HANDLING/ANALYSIS: Responsible for constructing large-scale datasets using standardised quality control procedures to indicate annual emissions for Australia's National Greenhouse Gas & Energy Reporting Act and Australian National Pollutant Inventory reports.Delivered accurate analysis using geological, meteorological, emission and monetary data on a rigorous daily and weekly schedule.

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  Cain Bio-Engineering Ltd

  Aug 2015 - Feb 2017

  River Restoration Design Consultant

  http://www.cainbioengineering.co.uk/RIVER & HABITAT RESTORATION: Project lead for site investigation, topographical surveys, design, technical drawing, client liaising, bills of quantity and project management of river restoration works around the UK. CONSULTANCY:Implemented a wide-range of services including: consultancy and construction proposals, site investigation reports, site appraisals, and feasibility studies.Led site investigations, in and alongside waterways to assess erosion and failing control structures such as weirs, sluices and dams and delivering for Water Framework Directive.Produced site findings, outline and technical project reports, design solutions, proposals and detailed costings. Working closely with the Environment Agency, Natural England and other statutory bodies for works in SSSI, SAC and Ramsar sites. Submitted proposals for flood risk licenses and consents (i.e. FDC, Environmental Permitting Regulations).Submitted tender documents for projects of varying scale throughout the UK.PROJECT COORDINATION & MANAGEMENTCoordinated and managed of a wide-range of specialist design & build aquatic works to strict deadlines. Show less

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  Tidal Lagoon Power

  Feb 2017 - May 2018

  Ecosystem Enhancement Programme (EEP) Coordinator

  STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT:Leading the development of tidal lagoon environmental mitigation / compensation packages for future lagoon development. Identifying and developing freshwater wetland and catchment improvement projects (primarily throughout Wales and SW England) to be delivered via the Ecosystem Enhancement Programme (EEP). PROJECT COORDINATION & MANAGEMENT:Preparation of project submissions, technical documents and presentations.Production of project scoping, tender & contract documentation.Supported planning submissions & environmental evaluations Developed site findings, pre-feasibility studies and briefing papers.Carried out site investigations and ground-truthing surveys. PROGRAMME / PROJECT ENGAGEMENT:Preparation and management of stakeholder engagement strategies to effectively deliver and maintain partnership working. Delivered stakeholder engagement to inform, consult and develop environmental projects to maximise outcomes / benefits. Presented EEP objectives to a wide array of audiences including regulators, consultancies, NGOs and interest groups. Show less

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  Bristol Avon Rivers Trust

  May 2018 - now

  PROJECT MANAGEMENT & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTLeading the development, funding and implementation of BART projects across the Bristol Avon catchment.Managing project delivery throughout the catchment for a diverse range of stakeholders, clients and funding bodies. Projects include river restoration, natural flood management / working with natural processes, fish passage and land management. Oversight of catchment-wide programmes of work including community and stakeholder engagement. http://www.bristolavonriverstrust.org/ Show less

  • Chief Executive Officer

    Jan 2021 - now

  • Head of Operations

    Nov 2018 - Jan 2021

  • Project Manager

    May 2018 - Nov 2018
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  Bristol Avon Catchment Partnership

  Nov 2019 - now

  Steering Group Member
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  BART River Services Ltd

  Jul 2020 - now

  Director
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  West of England Nature Partnership

  Jun 2021 - now

  Board Member