Coast Ecology
Kristy McQueen is the Director and Principal Environmental Consultant at Coast Ecology. Kristy has over 10 years experience in terrestrial and aquatic environmental impact assessment. Projects include large residential sub-divisions, commercial developments, mining, site rehabilitation and assessments under part 5 of the EP&A Act such as road upgrades, drainage maintenance, construction of ovals/detention basins, public jetty’s and seawalls.
Prior to consulting, Kristy completed a doctor of philosophy (PhD) in aquatic research from the University of New South Wales on impacts of development on aquatic environments. She also worked in aquaculture research in NSW, Wales and Ireland.
Ecologist/Director
Dr Kristy McQueen PhD, BSc (Hons)
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy (Marine Science) – University of Newcastle
- Bachelor of Science (1st class honours) – University of New South Wales
- Advanced Plant Identification – University of NSW and Australian Museum
- AUSRIVAS Accreditation – University of Canberra
- Native Plant Identification – Ryde TAFE
- Spikeless Tree Climbing Training Certificate
Skills
- Flora and fauna survey and assessment
- Report Preparation
- Knowledge of Federal, State and Local legislation
- Project Management
- AUSRIVAS assessment
- Macroinvertebrate sampling and analysis
- Water quality monitoring
- Seagrass mapping
- Saltmarsh and wetland assessment and rehabilitation
- GIS Mapping
- Tree climbing for hollow (natural & artificial) inspection
- As a certified and experienced tree climber, Kristy has gained a rare insight into the value and use of hollows (natural and artificial) and their importance to a range of animals.
