I am a hardworking, motivated and personable Sports Science graduate with experience across a wide range of industries; including extensive experience with delivering high-end services in the demanding Superyacht arena.
Having recently gained experience working part-time for an independent recruiter, I am now looking to start a full-time career in the Recruitment industry. As a competitive and goal-driven individual, with excellent communication and people skills, I feel that I would be a good fit.
Education
Oct 2010-April 2011: UKSA Various qualifications including: MCA/RYA Yachtmaster MCA General Operators Certificate (GOC) MCA Approved Engineering Certificate (AEC) RYA Powerboat Level 2 Sept 2005-June 2008: Oxford Brookes University BSc Sports Science 2.2 Sept 2000-July 2005: Clifton College 2003-2005: A-Levels: Maths, Physics, Art 2000-2003: 10 GCSEs (Grades A-C) 2004-2005:Captain of Rowing
Employment History
May 2014-Present: Emma Burgh Recruitment, Part time Experience helping to identify candidates for jobs at St. Jamess Place. Reviewed job specifications in order to understand the clients requirements Screened candidates applications in order to make a suitable short list.
December 2013-April 2014: Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove, Australia Experience gained in all aspects of the wine industry: Vineyard work: I worked closely with the vineyard manager, helping with netting and harvesting. Production: I was a cellar hand for the 2014 vintage, part of a team of four in the busy winery. Sales: I assisted in the cellar door, conducting tastings and sales during the popular summer period.
April 2012-October 2013: M/Y Anna (67m Feadship), Deckhand As a member of the crew I was expected to maintain a very high level of service for the demanding Russian owner and his guests, whilst ensuring their safety and security in ever changing locations and conditions. My responsibilities included: Maintenance of the yachts exterior (painting varnishing etc.), maintenance of watersports equipment (surf, sailing, diving, jet ski and wakeboarding equipment), safety checks, piloting the tender and security for the yacht on my watch.
March 2012: M/Y Avangard II (50m Avangard) Contract Deckhand A temporary contract; looking after the owner during an early season trip in the South of France.
March-November 2011: M/Y Hayken (37m Heesen) Deckhand Sole Deckhand, based in the South of France. The contract came to end due to the sale of the vessel.
Professional Experience
Aug-Oct 2010 Bike Fitting and sales Bike Science, Bristol Jan-Aug 2010 Builder Meadow Farm, Wellington Apr-Nov 2009 Warehouse Manager Charlie Hicks, Bristol Sep 2008- Apr 2009 Greengrocer Charlie Hicks, Clifton
Interests
Triathlon and Running I have been competing at a high level since 2005, representing Great Britain at the age group World Championships in 2007 (Germany) and 2008 (Vancouver). Since 2009 I have been competing in ultra marathons and multi stage races, at distances of between 30 miles and most recently 132 miles (over 7 days in Nepal).
Food and Wine: I have always enjoyed cooking and eating and furthering my understanding of the wines of the world.