I am degree educated with experience in many roles in an office and out of doors which I prefer. I enjoy a challenge working with people though I am more than able to work alone with a computer if necessary. I live in Scotland near Perth.
I presently work in garden maintenance for a mixed clientele including Historic Scotland. I am trying to find a way into becoming a Ranger or similar.
I have been a project and program manager mostly in developing and warn torn countries which has afforded me a very wide skill set.
I am comfortable in dealing with groups of people from all back grounds. I am very practical with a variety of tools and equipment with experience as an engineer and an office manager.
Being a more mature person I have an older style driving licence with the experience and benefits that brings regarding trailers and the like.
My principal skill is having a can do attitude, a flair for design and problem solving supported by a diverse education including an MSc. In Environmental Engineering. I am looking for down to earth position which will lead to a permanent career or at least get my foot in the door. As I am a householder I am not in a position to offer my services as a volunteer to achieve that goal.
Lastly, I am nature orientated and wish to enhance and protect the environment rather than profit from the natural environment and the species it supports. All enquiries would be most welcome. Thank you.
MSc. Environmental Civil Engineering , (Appropriate Technology, Water Resources, Transportation, Environmental Impact.) Liverpool University 1993.
BSc. Building ,(Design, Surveying, Project Management, Mechanics, Materials Science, Engineering, Alternative Technology.) Coventry Polytechnic 1990.
A Levels Physics, Geology, Geography, Maths.
Driving
Machinery
Chemicals
NGB Awards
Animal
RHS Qualifications (or Equivalent)
Outdoor Education
Other
I have been professionally engaged from 1990 to 2006 with periods in other disciplines.
I was initially a Quantity Surveyor on Civil Engineering contracts prior to retraining and working overseas on five overseas Development and Relief Contracts in Africa, Europe, Near East and the Central Pacific. I was engaged as a Progect Manger, Engineer, Program and Office Manager for projects as diverse as Building forty schools, Latrine construction, Designing and overseeing renovation of Government buildings and private infrastructure. Introducing alternative technology with training (compressed earth blocks for a Somali market). Designing and building remote offices.
My other experience includes CAD design, use of power tools including chain saws for tree felling and logging, mini tractor, driving, cement mixers, wacker plates, garden machinery. Designing and building minor foot bridges and landing stages. Undertaking fencing, dyking, design and construction of ponds, soft landscaping, wooden structures, bug houses to name but a few. I have worked with supporting volunteers and people with Learning Difficulties and Mental Health issues. Community Engagement with the Local Authority and through a variety of charities. Youth Worker, Horticultural Nursery person, Learning support, Looking after the grounds of Nelson's Standlynch House. I enjoy up cycling and being active to remain fit and healthy.
I have rebuilt a classic camper from the mud up and renovated my own homes. Though I am comfortable with Office equipment and procedures including Mac and Windows I am happiest getting out and dirty.
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