Dr. Ian Sluiter
Principal Director and Senior Ecologist
Qualifications: B.Sc. (Hons.) in Botany/Physical Geography and a Ph.D. in botany, both from Monash University
Professional Affiliations: Associate Professor (Adjunct) Federation University Australia
Society for Ecological Restoration Australasia
Ecological Society of Australia
Australian Walnut Industry Association
Summary of Experience:
- 25 years working as an ecologist on semi-arid and arid zone flora and fauna
- 19 years as Principal Director of Ogyris Ecological Research
- Former Mallee Senior Scientist (Flora, Fauna & Fisheries) with the former Dept. of Natural Resources & Environment (now DEPI) based at Mildura
- 10 years as a Tertiary palynologist in Australia, Singapore, China, Northwest Africa and the UK
Mrs. Heather Sluiter
Business Manager and GIS Specialist
Qualifications: B.Sc. Monash University
Summary of Experience:
- 15 years working as Business Manager and GIS Specialist at Ogyris
Mr. Geoffrey Allen
Senior Ecologist
Qualifications: B.Sc (Hons.) University of Melbourne
Summary of Experience:
- Over 20 years working as an ecologist in the Mallee
- 19 years working with the former Dept. of Natural Resources & Environment (now DEPI) based at Mildura, with various roles including:
- Senior Biodiversity Coordinator
- Flora, Fauna and Fisheries Officer
- Prescribed Fire Fighter
- Fire Planning Officer
Ms. Karin Sluiter
Ecologist
Qualifications: B.Sc. University of Ballarat (now Federation University Australia)
Summary of Experience:
- 5 years working as an ecologist in the Mallee
Mr. Zamin Safdari
Mr. Mohammad Jawad