Basel Kahila

Background

About Basel Kahila

AboutI am a Graduate Civil Engineer (Honours) driven by a passion for technical precision and practical infrastructure design. With a strong academic foundation in structural and water engineering, I am seeking a Graduate Engineer role where I can apply my skills to meaningful projects. Practical ExperienceDuring my engineering internship at Cumberland City Council, I gained hands-on experience delivering diverse residential and civil infrastructure projects. Working across varied projects, I bridged the gap between design and delivery by: • Designing: Utilized AutoCAD to create compliant traffic management plans, driveways, and car park designs strictly adhering to AS1742 and AS2890. • Inspecting: Conducted regular site inspections to ensure design feasibility and adherence to strict WHS protocols. • Analyzing: Managed large datasets using Council systems (TechOne) and analyzed traffic data to inform safety assessments. Key Academic ProjectsMy Honours degree provided me with rigorous technical training, which I applied in complex design and research scenarios: • Production of Hybrid Geopolymer Concrete (Honours Project) – Awarded High Distinction: Developed a sustainable concrete alternative using recycled plastic waste and zeolite-based geopolymer to reduce environmental impact. Through rigorous testing, I achieved a 15% improvement in corrosion resistance compared to traditional concrete. • Structural Design & Analysis: Designed retaining walls, piles, foundations, and multi-material structures strictly in accordance with AS/NZS 1170, AS 3600 (Concrete), AS 4100 (Steel), and AS 1720 (Timber). • Stormwater & Water Treatment Design: Delivered comprehensive water treatment systems and stormwater solutions based on hydraulics and hydrogeology principles, incorporating cost estimation and environmental analysis to optimise sustainability. Technical SkillsI possess a versatile technical skillset that spans structural analysis, civil design, and spatial mapping: • Design & Drafting: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SketchUp. • Analysis: Microstran, HEC-HMS, MUSICX, CIRCLY 7.0, SIDRA, GeoStudio. • General: Microsoft Office, Technical Report Writing, TechOne. Professional ValuesMy time in local government reinforced the critical importance of ethics, accountability, and accuracy. I hold full Australian work rights and a valid NSW White Card. I am eager to connect with engineering teams looking for a proactive and adaptable Graduate Engineer.