CPSS accreditation identifies people with soil science competency, experience, currency of knowledge and expertise who have an ethical approach.
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Soil Science Australia’s Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS) accreditation seal is the mark of trust, expertise and excellence in soil science. Engaging a CPSS helps reduce risk, increase certainty and achieve better soil and land management outcomes. This profile is one in a series featuring new CPSS members.
With a career spanning over 20 years, Dr Khalifa has dedicated his expertise to the meticulous study of soil erosion processes and the rehabilitation of mining sites. His proficiency encompasses the use of rainfall simulators to measure vital parameters for erosion modelling, along with a profound understanding of various erosion models. Notably, he has created his own groundbreaking model, MINErosion, designed specifically for the assessment of soil erosion at post-mining rehabilitation sites. This innovative tool has become indispensable for environmental professionals within the mining industry, enabling the design of effective land covers that promote successful environmental rehabilitation.
Dr Khalifa’s career journey commenced as a soil science lecturer at Cairo University in Egypt and later as a research fellow at Griffith University in Queensland. However, a few years ago, he transitioned to the industry, driven by a desire for new challenges beyond academia. During this transition, his responsibilities expanded to include the application of various mathematical models, such as WEPP for erosion modelling, SIBERIA for land evolution modelling, and SEEP/W for designing land covers that mitigate Acid and Metalliferous Drainage (AMD). He is also professionally involved in soil quality assessment, land suitability assessment, Nutrients and Irrigation Management Plans (NIMP), and Modelling for Effluent Disposal Using Land Irrigation (MEDLI). These diverse experiences have culminated in his current role as a crucial member of SLR Consulting’s team responsible for formulating the Progressive Rehabilitation and Closure Plan (PRCP).
Recently, Dr Khalifa’s contributions to the field have been further recognised through his accreditation as a Certified Professional Soil Scientist by Soil Science Australia (SSA). This accreditation provides additional credibility to his expertise and commitment to advancing soil science in environmental rehabilitation.
