Dilini Panditha Gedara

Chemical Engineering Student at Newcastle University

Kingston Upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

About

Undergraduate studying MEng Chemical Engineering at Newcastle University.

Experience

  • GCSE Maths Tutor at Explore Learning
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

  • Process Engineering Intern at LAUGFS Gas
    Aug 2025 - Aug 2025 · 1 mo

    -Gained exposure to multiple areas of LAUGFS Gas, including HR, Sales, Marketing, and Finance, learning about procurement, marketing strategies, and financial decisions. -Based at the Mabime filling plant to shadow engineers and observe processes such as cylinder inspection, bulk storage, safety systems and automated filling. -Identified potential process optimisation opportunities to reduce procution bottlenecks

  • Student Data Analyst at Newcastle University
    Feb 2025 - Apr 2025 · 3 mos

    - In partnership with the University of Florida and Tecnológico de Monterrey, I completed a virtual exchange where I conducted statistical analysis on large datasets in Italy on Excel and MATLAB to identify trends and correlations over 3 decades - Delivered multiple presentations of findings to an international academic audience, developing the ability to communicate complex data in an accessible manner -Collaborated with global peers to peer-review and explore cross-cultural approaches to giving and receiving feedback.

  • Women in Technology Event at BNP Paribas
    Aug 2024 - Aug 2024 · 1 mo

    - Attended the 'She Makes a Difference: Women in Technology' event where an insightful panel of women discussed strategies to navigate in a male-dominated industry. -Gained actionable advice from personal anecdotes about overcoming gender barriers in technology, and connected with inspiring females in the industry. -Participated in a Q&A session that highlighted the opportunities within BNP Paribas and provided a deeper understanding of the company values and its commitment to diversity and inclusion

  • Human Resources Director at Young Enterprise UK
    Sep 2022 - Sep 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

    The company was awarded 'Best Overall Company' at the Kingston and Richmond showcase and secured 2nd place at the South London Finals.