NAME: Brian Neville GUNTER

PROFESSION: Hydrologist / Water Resources Engineer

DATE OF BIRTH: 12 August 1940

NATIONALITY: New Zealander (Resident of Australia)

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), University of New Zealand, 1961

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE: Afghanistan, Australia, Cambodia, Canada, China, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Tanzania

LANGUAGES AND DEGREE OF PROFICIENCY: English: (fluent), Indonesian / Malay (basic spoken)

HOME ADDRESS: PO Box 157, Narooma, NSW 2546, Australia

TELEPHONE / FAX: (61 2) 4476 5781

EMAIL: brigun99@yahoo.com

• Hydrological analysis for water resources projects in Australia and in developing countries with particular expertise in regional rainfall, streamflow and flood analyses
• Extensive experience in equatorial Asian and Himalayan regions in the planning and design of rural control and water supply projects.
• Management of multi-discipline water resources development projects in developing countries.

Senior Hydrologist / Water Resources Engineer, Bali Water Supply Project, 1999, Indonesia

Senior Hydrologist, Semarang Flood Control Project, 1998-1999, Indonesia

Hydrologist, Snowy Mountains Hydrological Studies, 1998-1999, Australia

Senior Hydrologist, West Seti Hydroelectric Project, 1997, Nepal

Hydrologist, Dam Safety Review, 1997, Malaysia

Hydrologist, Gerugu Dam Project, 1997, Malaysia

Hydrologist, Agbulu Hydroelectric Project, 1997, Philippines

Hydrologist, Ertan Power Optimisation Study, 1996, China

Team Leader / Water Resources Engineer, Java Flood Control Project, 1995, Indonesia

Hydrologist, West Seti Hydroelectric Project, 1994, Nepal

Hydrologist, Phased Power Development Study, 1994, India

Hydrologist, Emergency Flood Damage Assessment, 1993-1994, Nepal

Senior Hydrologist / Project Director, North Coast Java Water Resources Development

& Flood Control Project, 1993-1994, Indonesia

Hydrologist, Sarawak-Sabah-Brunei Power Interconnection Study, 1992, Malaysia

Senior Hydrologist, Greater Kathmandu Water Supply Project, 1991-1992, Nepal

Hydrologist, Prek Thnot Multipurpose Project, 1990-1991, Cambodia

Senior Hydrologist, Flood Estimation Manual Study, 1989-1990, Papua New Guinea

Hydrologist, Lae Flood Mitigation Study, 1988, Papua New Guinea

Project Manager, Western Johore Integrated Agricultural Development Project, 1983-1986, Malaysia

Senior Hydrologist / Team Leader, West Java Design Unit Assistance Project, 1980-1983, Indonesia

Senior Hydrologist / Deputy Team Leader, Lower Cimanuk Flood Control Project, 1978-1980, Indonesia

Senior Hydrologist / Water Resources Engineer, responsible for hydrological and water resources studies required for the formulation of a master plan for water supply for the province of Bali. The work required the review of previous reports and the detailed assessment of available hydrological data. An overall assessment was made of the hydrology and water balance of the various districts of Bali. Estimates were made of the surplus water available (without any storages) from rivers for water supply purposes. Estimates were made of the water supply yields from 23 potential reservoirs in Bali. (1999, 2.5 months).

Senior Hydrologist responsible for the estimation of design floods for feasibility study of flood control works on eight rural rivers near Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. Detailed assessments were made of previous flood estimates and of the basic hydrological data available. Frequency analyses were made for several rivers with adequate flood records. For use on other rivers, a regional flood frequency relationship was derived and used. An assessment was made of the value of flood forecasting and warning systems on the rivers. Assistance was provided during the preparation of the various draft final reports for the project. (1998-1999, 4 months).

An assessment was made of the hydrological capability of two existing stream offtakes to satisfy future demands for domestic water supply. Estimates were made of the probability of low flows at selected locations in alpine streams where extraction of water for artificial snow making is proposed. Estimates of design floods for flood-plain planning purposes were made for Thredbo Village. The studies involved the development of regional hydrological relationships for the Australian alpine region. (1998-1999, 3 months)

A detailed review was made of the hydrology component of the draft Engineering Report for the proposed West Seti dam. The damsite is located in a remote region of western Nepal and has a catchment area of 4 250 km². Two significant features of the project were the small amount of hydrological data available near the damsite and the severe erosion conditions in the catchment. The review involved the detailed assessment of the quality of the basic hydrological data, runoff estimates, lake evaporation estimates, flood estimates (including an assessment of probable maximum precipitation estimates) and sediment estimates. The work resulted in revisions to the design flood estimates due to modifications to the model calibration and due to a modified estimate of the PMP. A review was made of current literature and data on design sediment inflows in Himalayan rivers and a realistic estimate for design purposes was derived. Preliminary estimates were made of the distribution of deposited sediment within the reservoir. Recommendations were made concerning future data collection programmes and future analysis requirements. (1997, 1 month)

Responsible for the preparation of a technical and financial proposal for a major flood control project in Central Java, Indonesia. The project will involve the formulation and assessment of flood control options for eight rivers on the north coast of Java. The project will involve major hydrological, hydraulic and sediment transport investigations. Also involved will be detailed Engineering and economic analyses. The concept of cost recovery for the funding of the operation and maintenance of flood control works will also be investigated. (1997, 1 month)

Provision of advice to a Malaysian consultant on hydrological aspects of a dam safety review for two existing dams in Malaysia. The dams were Bukit Merah Dam in Perak State and Padang Saga Dam in Kedah State. The advice was mainly related to the estimation of design floods (including probable maximum floods) for the two dams. (1997, 1 month)

A detailed review was made of the draft Hydrology Report for the design of the Gerugu Dam Project in Sarawak State, Malaysia. The review involved the assessment of historical runoff sequences, reservoir evaporation losses and design flood estimates. (1997, 0.5 month)

 Agbulu Hydroelectric Project, Philippines

A detailed review was made of the draft Hydrology Report for the design of the Agbulu Hydroelectric Project in northern Luzon. The review involved the assessment of historical runoff sequences, reservoir evaporation losses and design flood estimates. (1997, 0.3 month) 

Executive Engineer (since 1989) and Senior Engineer, Water Resources Branch engaged in the following projects:

Hydrologist for the assessment and development of streamflow and flood forecasting systems for the Yalong river basin in Sichuan province. Review of existing hydro-meteorological network and existing methods of streamflow and flood forecasting. (1996, 1 month) 

In charge of marketing of SMEC's technical services in China. Work included the establishment and management of the SMEC representative office in Beijing, the preliminary investigation of prospective work opportunities and the marketing of SMEC's capabilities to potential clients. Part-time position, based in Australia. (1994-1996, 8 months)

Team Leader / Water Resources Engineer for the assessment of flood control problems and the identification and ranking of 16 flood control sub-projects on the south coast of Java Island. Initial work on the feasibility study of three flood control sub-projects. Detailed hydrological studies including the collection and review of basic hydrological data, the frequency analysis of recorded flood data, the derivation of a regional flood frequency relationship for the project area and the adoption of design flood discharges for the three feasibility studies. (1995, 5 months) 

Project Director in charge of overall coordination of project activities. Assistance with report preparation. (1994, 2 months)

Review of existing runoff and flood estimates (including PMF) for a proposed hydroelectric development on the West Seti River in Western Nepal. Field inspections were made for the selection of additional hydrological data collection sites. See also 1997 experience. (1994, 2 months)

Hydrologist for the assessment of the hydroelectric power potential of Arunachal Pradesh State. Runoff and flood estimates were derived for 27 potential projects and a general assessment was made of sediment yields. The catchments are all in the eastern Himalayan Range or in the Tibetan plateau region of China. Because of the small amount of streamflow data available it was necessary to develop regional runoff and flood estimation procedures. (1994, 2 months)

Hydrologist for the assessment of major flooding in Central Nepal in July 1993. Estimates were made of the magnitudes of the 1993 floods. The characteristics of the flood-producing storm were also assessed. A regional flood estimation procedure was developed for the middle mountains region of Nepal. (1993-1994, 2 months)

Senior Hydrologist for the feasibility study of flood control works on ten rivers on the north coast of Java Island. The studies involved the collection and review of basic hydrological and flooding data, the frequency analysis of recorded flood data, the derivation of regional flood frequency relationships and the assessment of river yields. (1993-1994, 8 months)

Hydrologist for the pre-feasibility study of six potential hydro-electric power developments in Sarawak and Sabah states. The studies involved the review of basic hydrological data, assessment of mean annual runoffs and historical runoff sequences, flood estimation (including PMF), reservoir sedimentation and reservoir evaporation losses. Training of Malaysian counterpart staff was an integral part of this study. (1992, 1 month)

Senior Hydrologist responsible for the hydrological analysis of a project to divert water from a river outside the Kathmandu Valley to supplement water resources within the valley. Work involved the estimation of concurrent runoffs in two rivers, floods, sediment, riparian water requirements and the development of a reservoir operation simulation model. Upgrading of existing hydrometric installations , field data collection and the training of Nepalese staff were significant parts of the work. (1991-1992, 9 months)

Project Manager responsible for the provision of hydrological assistance to Ok Tedi Mining Limited involving the upgrading of discharge rating curves, processing of streamflow records, estimation of missing streamflow records, and the provision of technical advice on the hydrological network, equipment and training programmes. (1990, 3 months)

Hydrologist for the estimation of extended historical sequences of runoff entering eight existing or planned reservoirs in the Sydney region of New South Wales. Estimation of net evaporation losses from the reservoirs. (1990, 4 months)

 Flood Estimation Manual, Papua New Guinea

Senior Hydrologist responsible for the derivation of regional flood estimation procedures for the whole of Papua New Guinea. Work involved the detailed review of data quality, extensive rainfall studies, regional flood frequency analyses, run-off routing model calibrations, the preparation of a flood estimation manual, and the training of local staff. (1989-1990, 9 months)

Hydrologist for the review of earlier (1965) estimates of runoff, floods and evaporation losses for a major reservoir (Prek Thnot reservoir) and 9 MW power station in Cambodia. The project included co-ordination with the Australian Bureau of Meteorology in the derivation of Probable Maximum Precipitation (PMP) estimates for the catchment. Hydrologist for the review of potential irrigation development downstream of Prek Thnot reservoir. (1990-1991, 4 months)

Hydrologist responsible for the review and upgrading of a hydrometric data collection network, the review of existing data, and the estimation of design floods for a rural catchment adjoining an urban area. (1988, 3 months)

Project Manager responsible for the pre-feasibility study, feasibility study, detailed design and preparation of tender documents for a major flood mitigation scheme on the Batu Pahat River. The study involved hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, and significant inputs by agricultural, drainage, environmental and sociological specialists. Training of Malaysian staff was an important component of the Project. (1983-1986, 38 months)

 West Java Design Unit Assistance Project, Indonesia

Senior Hydrologist/Team Leader responsible for the identification and pre-feasibility study of small scale rice irrigation schemes and the training and upgrading of a provincial water resources planning and design division. The technical studies included water availability estimates, crop water requirements, a regional assessment of groundwater potential and a review of current operation and maintenance practices in West Java. (1978-1980, 32 months)

Senior Hydrologist/Deputy Team Leader responsible for the design of major flood control works on the Cimanuk River and five minor rivers in West Java. The work involved the computation of design flood levels, the detailed design of earthworks, river training structures and a gated diversion structure, and preparation of tender documents. Responsible for the design of a flood warning system, an operation and maintenance plan, and a program for monitoring the effectiveness of flood control works. A simple method of flood level prediction was derived using water levels continuously monitored at selected locations in the river system. (1978-1980, 24 months)

Hydrologist responsible for the assessment of the surface water resources of Singida Region, including climatological and surface runoff studies. (1977, 3 months)

Hydrological Consultant responsible for the assessment of the effects of the proposed project on downstream irrigation and power requirements in Pakistan. Involved visits to Afghanistan and Pakistan and finalisation in ADB head office in Manila. (1977, 1 month)

Hydrologist responsible for climatological studies and the assessment of surface runoff for the planning of rural water supplies. (1977, 3 months)

Hydrologist responsible for the extension of streamflow records, estimation of spillway and construction design floods, and sediment and evaporation studies for a proposed hydroelectric development on the Cimanuk River in West Java. (1975-1976, 15 months)

Hydrologist for the feasibility study of a major industrial/urban water supply project in an arid region of north-western Australia. The work involved the application of a mathematical groundwater model to simulate the recharge of an aquifer. This input was part of a conjunctive use regional water supply involving surface water and groundwater sources. (1974, 3 months)

Hydrologist responsible for estimation of sediment loads of rivers and reservoir deposition rates at two dam sites in the Serayu River basin of Central Java. (1974, 2 months)

Hydrologist responsible for flood, runoff, sediment and evaporation loss studies for the feasibility study at five dam sites on the Quae Noi River. (1973-1974, 6 months)

Hydrologist responsible for runoff and flood estimates for pre-feasibility studies of two hydroelectric developments. (1972, 3 months) 

- Flood and runoff studies for the Cadia open-cut mining project in New South Wales, Australia.

- Runoff, flood and evaporation loss studies for the feasibility study of six dam sites in central and northern Queensland, Australia.

- Hydraulic and hydrologic design associated with several hydroelectric and mill water supply projects in British Columbia, Canada.

- Hydraulic model investigations of a flip-bucket spillway for Lower Notch Dam in Ontario, Canada.

- Feasibility studies for major tidal power developments in the Bay of Fundy region of eastern Canada.

- Planning of minor structural and hydraulic works associated with the Chowilla Dam Project, South Australia.

- Structural design of reinforced concrete water storage and of sewage treatment works.

- Site surveys for water supply, sewerage and road projects.

- Field supervision of a small earthmoving project (irrigation canal).

GUNTER, B N (1974). The investigation of flood estimation procedures for Papua New Guinea. Proc. Institution of Civil Engineers, Vol. 57 (Part 2), pp 635-650.

BLACK, D C, MOHD NOR, M D, GUNTER, B N (1986). Application of a rainfall-runoff flood routing model to a tropical catchment. Proc. Institution of Civil Engineers, Vol. 81 (Part 2), pp. 1-19

Overseas Premium Award, The Institution of Civil Engineers, 1975

This CV was updated on 30 July 2000