Master of Finance, RMIT University, Australia
Master of Environmental Engineering (water resources), University of Melbourne, Australia
Master of Project Management University of Melbourne, Australia
Bachelor of Engineering (civil)University of Melbourne, Australia
Professional Affiliations;
- Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ)
- Registered Professional Engineer of Victoria (RPEV)
- Chartered Engineer - Civil Engineering (CPEng)
- Chartered Engineer - Project Management (CPEng)
- National Engineering Register (NER)
- MIEAust
- Construction Induction (white card)
- Lead Auditor – OHSAS 18001:2007
- Internal Auditor – ISO9001:2015
Raviwarna is an experienced Engineering Project Manager specialising in hydropower, with nearly a decade of experience in managing projects from inception to completion. He is skilled in conducting environmental assessments and overseeing technical design. Raviwarna's education spans Finance, Project Management, Civil, and Environmental Engineering. He has played significant roles at BE Power in Australia, Entura in Australia, and Eco Power in East Africa, managing substantial international renewable energy projects. Raviwarna's combination of hands-on project experience and broad educational background makes him valuable in delivering renewable energy projects.
Projects
Big T PHES Project, QLD
400MW pumped hydro energy storage project to develop a pumped energy storage project on the existing Cressbrook Reservoir at Toowoomba, Queensland.
Big G PHES Project, QLD
800MW pumped hydro energy storage project Gladstone, Queensland.
Tarraleah Redevelopment - Battery of the Nation (Detailed Design), TAS
- Design Manager of the detailed design of the intake excavation.
- Provide technical support during the construction phase.
Big S PHES Project (Initial Assessment), VIC
- 400-500MW pumped hydro energy storage project in Victoria.
- Concept study to identify hydropower potential.
Big G PHES Project (Prefeasibility Study), QLD
- 800MW pumped hydro energy storage project Gladstone, Queensland.
- Concept study to identify hydropower potential.
- Support project approvals team with appropriate documentation.
Big T PHES Project (Bankable Feasibility Study), QLD
- 400MW pumped hydro energy storage project to develop a pumped energy storage project on the existing Cressbrook Reservoir at Toowoomba, Queensland.
- Preparing the Bankable Feasibility Study Report.
- Performing design optimizations for project components.
- Preparing project documentation including project management plan, options study report, basis of feasibility design etc.
- Support project approvals team with appropriate documentation.
Tina River Hydropower Project (Construction Phase), Solomon Islands
- 15MW hydropower project build at a cost of $290m.
- Entura are the Offtaker’s Engineer.
- Perform design reviews.
Kidston PHES (Construction Phase), QLD
- 250MW pumped hydro energy storage project – Australia’s first pumped hydro in 37 years.
- Entura are the Owner’s Engineer.
- Design review of hydraulic structures.
Dam Safety Assessments, TAS
- Safety assessments of 5 dams in the East Coast of Tasmania.
- 4 intermediate inspections and 1 comprehensive safety review (CSR).
Parangana Dam Risk Assessment, TAS
- Parangana Dam is a 50m high, 200m long earth and rock fill dam.
- Undertaking an engineering risk assessment (ALARP) and a review of the safety of Parangana Dam, with a view of developing options for mitigating the risks posed by key failure modes.
Confidential PHES Project, NSW
- 325MW pumped hydro energy storage project.
- Assessment of CAPEX and OPEX to advise client on purchasing rights to the project.
Confidential Mini-Hydro Project, VIC
- 3.8MW mini-hydro project attached to a large irrigation dam.
- An options assessment was carried for decommissioning and upgrading water conveyances.
Dundonnell Wind Farm, VIC
- 336MW wind farm in south-west Victoria. Entura were the Owner's Engineer during construction of the wind farm.
- Carried out a review of the civil design calculation.
Lukulu Hydropower Project, Zambia
Client – Eco Power Holdings Limited
- 20MW low-head hydropower project.
- Site investigation for developing concept layouts for the project, estimating energy and costs and preparation of a comprehensive study report. Obtaining permits and licenses.
Luongo Hydropower Project, Zambia
- 6MW low-head hydropower project.
- Site investigation for developing concept layouts for the project, estimating energy and costs and preparation of a comprehensive study report. Obtaining permits and licenses.
Riwmi Hydropower Project, Uganda
- 5.54MW high-head hydropower project.
- Gave leadership to the site team to successfully commission the project from inception to generation under the GET FiT program. Monitored progress during project execution to ensure project deliverables conform to design specifications and standards. Design management, construction management, and environmental and social management.
Sironko Hydropower Project, Uganda
- 7.2MW high-head hydropower project.
- Site investigation for developing concept layouts for the project, estimating energy and costs and preparation of a comprehensive study report. Obtaining permits and licenses.
Magal Ganga Hydropower Project, Sri Lanka
- 9.9MW high-head hydropower project.
- Responsibilities included civil maintenance management, periodic risk assessments, compliance monitoring, and improving environmental and social management systems.
Ishasha Hydropower Project, Uganda
- 6.6MW high-head hydropower project.
- Responsibilities included civil maintenance management, periodic risk assessments, compliance monitoring, and improving environmental and social management systems
