Sam Palmer
About Sam Palmer
Sam Palmer serves as the Environment and Community Coordinator at Glencore, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Environmental Sciences and a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management from the University of Newcastle.
Work at Glencore
Sam Palmer has been serving as the Environment and Community Coordinator at Glencore since 2018. In this role, he focuses on environmental management and community engagement initiatives at the Ravensworth site. Prior to this position, he worked as the Environment and Community Officer at Glencore from 2013 to 2018, where he contributed to various environmental projects at the Glendell Mine.
Education and Expertise
Sam Palmer holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biology and Environmental Sciences from the University of Newcastle, which he completed from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management from the same university, studying from 2011 to 2012. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his work in environmental management and community coordination.
Background
Sam Palmer attended St Josephs College Hunters Hill from 1999 to 2004, where he completed his secondary education. Following this, he began his higher education at the University of Newcastle, focusing on environmental studies. His early career included a position as an Environment and Community Graduate at Xstrata Coal from 2012 to 2013, which helped him gain initial experience in the field.
Career Progression
Sam Palmer's career in environmental management began with his role as an Environment and Community Graduate at Xstrata Coal, where he worked for one year. He then transitioned to Glencore, where he spent five years as an Environment and Community Officer before advancing to his current role as Environment and Community Coordinator. His career reflects a commitment to environmental stewardship and community relations.