Philosophy

HEC has a philosophy of analysing client needs and objectives, in order to design a project solution that will achieve the desired outcomes. The main goals of the business are to:

• manage projects in an efficient and cost effective manner;
• offer practical solutions to environmental problems;
• care for the environment through efficient management and sound scientific principles;
• promote environmental and scientific awareness through education.

Credentials

Dr Warwick Hayes - Director
Warwick's qualifications include a Bachelor of Science with First Class Honours from the University of Sydney, a Master of Applied Science in Environmental Toxicology and a PhD from the University of Technology, Sydney. Warwick has over seventeen years experience as an environmental scientist with particular expertise in coordinating environmental assessment projects, many of which have generated refereed publications, conference presentations and government reports. He has also been successfully audited under the NSW EPA accredited auditors scheme. Warwick has also completed the following WorkCover Authority approved courses:

• Asbestos Removal (South Western Sydney Institute, Miller College)
• OH&S General Induction for Construction Work in NSW.

Warwick is currently a member of various professional bodies, including:

• Royal Australian Chemical Institute (Chartered Chemist),
• Australian Institute of Biology,
• Australian Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers Association,
• Australasian Society for Ecotoxicology.

Natalie Alves - Environmental Scientist
Natalie Alves (HEC Environmental Scientist) has a Bachelor of Science in Conservation and Biodiversity, a Postgraduate Certificate in Research Preparation and has completed a Masters of Philosophy in Biological Sciences, all with Macquarie University, Sydney. She has over five years experience in science, with special interest in biology, ecology and environmental management. She is currently a member of the Macquarie University Biological Society, The International Association of Astacology and the Wilderness Society, Australia.

Natalie has also completed the following WorkCover Authority approved courses:

• Asbestos Removal (South Western Sydney Institute, Miller College); and
  
• OH&S General Induction for Construction Work in NSW.

Associates

When required, HEC works in partnership with other professional technicians to provide a wider range of project services.

• Geoff Fraser from Fraser Carpentry Services provides specialist advice for Hazardous Materials Surveys.
• LabMark Pty Ltd and SGS Environmental Services Pty Ltd, both of which are NATA-registered provide chemical testing.
• Ecotox Services Australasia Pty Ltd provides specialist ecotoxicological testing.
• Sydney Geotechnics Pty Ltd and Ability Plus provides input on geotechnical and borehole engineering issues.
• Hydrographic & Cadastral Survey Pty Ltd provides hydrographic and land surveys