

Richard SKinner
Consulting Services by
Richard Skinner
Dr. Richard Skinner is an environmental science expert with over 20 years of experience across multiple sectors, including academia, private consultancy, and government. He specializes in environmental assessment, water quality analysis, atmospheric pollutant modeling, and ecological surveys. He is also an experienced lecturer in environmental science and public health with expertise in curriculum development and course convenorship.

Key Services Offered: ​
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Environmental Assessment and Compliance: Dr. Skinner has extensive experience in conducting contaminated land assessments, hazardous substances compliance investigations, and preparing expert evidence for council and environmental court hearings.
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Water Quality Monitoring and Atmospheric Analysis: He specializes in water quality analysis and atmospheric pollutant dispersion modeling, offering insights for climate adaptation and environmental risk management.
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Acoustic Measurement and Reporting: Dr. Skinner has experience in acoustic measurement modeling, providing detailed reports for environmental noise assessments.
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Teaching and Curriculum Development: As a qualified lecturer and fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he provides teaching and curriculum development for environmental and public health science courses, ensuring up-to-date, research-informed content.
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Project and Research Management: Dr. Skinner’s project management skills extend to overseeing environmental compliance teams and leading research initiatives in collaboration with universities and research institutes.
Certifications
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Certificate IV in Government Investigations (2021, Australia)
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Graduate Certificate in Teaching (2019, Griffith University, Australia)
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Certificate in Project Management (2013, Southern Institute of Technology, NZ)
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Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health (2011, Massey University, NZ)
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Diploma in Acoustic Noise Measurement (2007, Leeds University, UK)
Education
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Ph.D. in Biology (2004, University of York, UK)
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M.Sc. in Chemistry (2001, University of York, UK)
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B.Sc. in Chemistry (2000, University of York, UK)
Nationality
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Australian