Fawaz Fawzer is a dedicated researcher and chemical & environmental engineer specializing in water and wastewater treatment. Currently pursuing a PhD at Western Sydney University, he focuses on bacterial regrowth in chemically disinfected drinking water. With hands-on experience in process engineering, research, and academia, he has contributed to the design and optimization of water treatment systems. Fawaz has worked as a Research Assistant, Tutor, and Demonstrator, guiding students in laboratory experiments and theoretical studies. His professional background includes roles in pharmaceutical process engineering and industry-focused water treatment research. Passionate about sustainable solutions, he combines technical expertise with practical applications to address real-world water challenges.
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Scholar
Education
Fawaz is currently pursuing a PhD in Environmental Engineering at Western Sydney University (2024–Present), focusing on bacterial regrowth in chlorinated drinking water. He holds an MPhil in Civil & Environmental Engineering (2021–2023) from the same institution, where he investigated bacterial survival in primary and secondary chlorinated water. His undergraduate degree is a BSc (Hons) in Chemical & Process Engineering (2013–2017) from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting (2012–2013) from the Chartered Institute of Accountants (CIMA), UK, strengthening his expertise in financial and project management within engineering contexts.
Experience
Fawaz has been a Research Assistant, Tutor, and Demonstrator at Western Sydney University (2021–Present), mentoring students and supporting research on smart chloraminated pilot plants. Since 2019, he has worked at Krispy Kreme Australia, managing production optimization and product formulations. Previously, he was a Project Process Engineer (2017–2019) at Premium International Technologies, Sri Lanka, contributing to large-scale pharmaceutical projects, designing process systems, and ensuring regulatory compliance. He also gained experience as an Engineering Trainee (2015–2016) at Premium International (Pvt) Ltd., Sri Lanka, assisting in conceptual design for manufacturing facilities and conducting feasibility studies.
Awards & Honors
Fawaz has been recognized for his contributions to environmental engineering and water research. His work on bacterial regrowth in chlorinated drinking water has received academic and industry appreciation. He was awarded a Research Excellence Grant from Western Sydney University for his innovative studies in water treatment. Additionally, he received a Best Paper Presentation Award for his publication on chlorine decay in bulk water microbes. His contributions to process engineering projects earned him an Outstanding Project Engineer Award during his tenure at Premium International Technologies. His technical proficiency and commitment to sustainability have made him a recipient of multiple scholarships and research funding opportunities.
Research Focus
Fawaz’s research primarily revolves around water and wastewater treatment, bacterial regrowth in chemically disinfected drinking water, and chlorine decay dynamics. His PhD work examines microbial survival in chlorinated water systems to enhance disinfection strategies. His previous studies have compared primary and secondary chlorination for bacterial control, providing insights into improving water quality management. Additionally, he explores smart water grids, process optimization in water treatment plants, and advanced water quality modeling. His research contributes to sustainable and efficient water management solutions, aiming to reduce contamination risks and enhance public health safety.