Daoluang Honglikith
South San Francisco
Summary
Bringing 15 years of intensive experience in water quality, environmental work, and laboratory operations—8 years in hands-on roles and 7 years focused on academic study and research. Holds a Ph.D. and Master’s degree in Water Environment Engineering from Japan, with international training in water testing and ISO/IEC 17025 lab standards. Experienced in analyzing water samples, monitoring pollution, reviewing environmental reports, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Active contributor to the American Water Works Association, supporting efforts to improve water quality practices. Published research author and international conference presenter.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Technical Officer
Natural Resources and Environment Institute, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Enforced national environmental laws and regulations related to water pollution control, waste management, and air quality.
- Conducted technical site inspections of municipal and industrial facilities to monitor compliance with environmental permits, discharge standards, and environmental impact mitigation plans.
- Reviewed environmental impact assessments (EIAs), technical reports, and engineering documents for permitting decisions related to wastewater discharges and surface water protection.
- Coordinated inter-agency workshops, public seminars, and technical training programs with stakeholders to share environmental monitoring results and promote sustainable practices.
- Disseminated findings on hazardous chemicals and environmental toxicology to improve community awareness and support public health initiatives.
Laboratory Technician
Environmental Laboratory, Natural Resources and Environment Institute
12.2008 - 09.2024
- Performed water quality testing on rainwater, surface water, groundwater, and effluent using Standard Methods (22nd Ed.) and ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
- Analyzed key parameters including pH, temperature, conductivity, ORP, DO, BOD, COD, nutrients (NO3-, NH4+, PO43-), coliforms, hardness, oil & grease, cyanide, and heavy metals (Cu, Pb, Hg, As, Fe, Zn, Mn, Cd, Cr).
- Supported research projects related to environmental monitoring and pollution control.
- Operated and maintained Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS), UV-Vis spectrophotometers, ion chromatography (IC), and multiparameter probes; ensured QA/QC and data accuracy.
- Supervised junior staff, developed SOPs, managed sampling campaigns, and supported lab accreditation and safety compliance.
Chemist
Lane Xang Mineral Limited
03.2007 - 11.2008
- Analyzed physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of surface water, groundwater, effluent, and other water sources, testing parameters such as pH, temperature, conductivity, ORP, DO, BOD, TSS, Chlorine, acidity, alkalinity, oil and grease, coliform, hardness, cyanide, and heavy metals (Cu, Pb, Hg, As, Fe, Zn, Co, Mn, Cd, Cr) in accordance with SOPs and Standard Methods (20th Edition, including 9000-series methods).
- Supported environmental monitoring by executing daily
- Conducted accurate chemical analyses and recorded environmental sample data in accordance with Environmental Monitoring Plans.
- Entered monitoring data into y tasks and action plans assigned by the Senior Environment Chemist.
- EQWIN and Datasight databases, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
- Prepared technical data reports and ensured laboratory equipment calibration and readiness.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Freshwater Quality Monitoring & Assessment
UNEP GEMS/Water Capacity Development Centre, Environmental Research Institute, University College Cork
11.2023
Ph.D. - Agricultural Science – Water Environment Engineering
Kyushu University, Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences
09.2022
M.Sc. - Water Environment Engineering
Kyushu University, Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences
09.2018
Postgraduate Diploma in Science - Environmental Science – 90/120 Credits Completed
University of Canterbury
12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
National University of Laos, Faculty of Natural Sciences
07.2006
Skills
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Quality Systems
- Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
- N-Graph, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Field Sampling Techniques & Chain-of-Custody Compliance
- Instrumentation : ICP-OES, AAS, GFAAS, IC, UV-Vis
Websites
Timeline
Environmental Technical Officer
Natural Resources and Environment Institute, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment
09.2024 - 06.2025
Laboratory Technician
Environmental Laboratory, Natural Resources and Environment Institute
12.2008 - 09.2024
Chemist
Lane Xang Mineral Limited
03.2007 - 11.2008
Ph.D. - Agricultural Science – Water Environment Engineering
Kyushu University, Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences
M.Sc. - Water Environment Engineering
Kyushu University, Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences
Postgraduate Diploma in Science - Environmental Science – 90/120 Credits Completed
University of Canterbury
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
National University of Laos, Faculty of Natural Sciences
Postgraduate Diploma - Freshwater Quality Monitoring & Assessment
UNEP GEMS/Water Capacity Development Centre, Environmental Research Institute, University College Cork
PUBLICATION
Honglikith, D., Harada, M., Hiramatsu, K., Tabata, T., Ozaki, A. (2022). "Anoxification recovery using underwater LED irradiation and influence of its optical spectrum on water quality improvement." Paddy Water Environment, 20(1), 153–175.
TRAININGS & CONFERENCES
- The Sixth Workshop on Interdisciplinary Sciences (WIS 2024) – Presenter, Japan
- Environmental Laboratory, Eurofins - Contract Senior Laboratory Technician – Cork, Ireland (6th June – 21st December, 2023)
- 9th, 8th & 5th JASID Western Japan Research Meetings (2018, 2021, 2022) – Presenter, Japan
- Innovative Technologies for Agricultural Water Sustainability (2022) – Presenter, Taiwan
- Acid Deposition Monitoring Network (EANET) – Participant, 2010, Japan
- Environmental Management & Pollution Control – Participant, 2010, Malaysia
- Mining & Recycling for Metal Resources – Participant, 2009, Japan
- Air Pollution Control Technology – Participant, 2009, Japan & South Korea
- QA/QC Techniques & ISO 17025 – Participant, 2008, Thailand
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