Bishnu Gautam

Bishnu Gautam is an accomplished Senior Engineer specializing in Surface Water Assessment and Floodplain Management with extensive experience in various roles within the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Palmerston, NT, since 2016. Key responsibilities include the review and enhancement of flood forecasting models for multiple river catchments, the development of comprehensive hydrological models using advanced software, and the assessment and management of surface water issues, including flood risk mitigation and sustainable water resource development in Northern Territory. Bishnu also held senior engineering positions at organizations such as Wollongong City Council, Otago Regional Council, and Hatch Associates, where significant contributions were made to flood forecasting systems and hydrologic analysis for various projects. Educational qualifications include Master's degrees in Hydrotechnical Engineering and Infrastructure Planning & Management, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.