Heath Downes

Background

About Heath Downes

Skills SummaryEnvironmental Management & Compliance: Extensive experience in environmental sampling, monitoring, and reporting for manufacturing operations. Expertise in odour control technologies (regenerative thermal oxidation, Neutralox), fluoride abatement, emissions source identification, and environmental impact mitigation. Coordination of consultants, regulatory compliance, and site environmental programs across multiple sites.Process Chemistry & Optimisation: Proven track record in chemical process improvement, including SSP conversion efficiency projects and raw material evaluation for phosphate fertiliser manufacturing. Skilled in process troubleshooting, plant trials, and process engineering support.Analytical Chemistry & Laboratory Operations: Strong background in wet chemistry techniques, sample preparation, and analysis using UV-Vis, AAS, pH, ISE, and auto-titration. Experienced in digests, distillations, and method development for R&D and quality control.Research & Development: Design and execution of laboratory and plant-scale studies to evaluate new raw materials, enhance manufacturing processes, and improve product quality. Author of technical reports and project documentation.Health & Occupational Hygiene Monitoring: Coordination and execution of occupational hygiene sampling, hazard assessments, and workplace exposure testing.Cross-Functional Leadership: Acting Environment Manager and site process engineer, with experience leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating projects, and liaising with external stakeholders.