I am a Marine Science graduate with a dedicated interest in conservation and sustainable marine practices. I am eager to contribute to the marine science industry through research, emerging technologies, and innovative sustainability solutions. My interest in marine science began in 2015 when I completed my first scuba dive, leading me to further my knowledge and qualifications in the field.

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I am a Marine Science graduate with a dedicated interest in conservation and sustainable marine practices. I am eager to contribute to the marine science industry through research, emerging technologies, and innovative sustainability solutions. My interest in marine science began in 2015 when I completed my first scuba dive, leading me to further my knowledge and qualifications in the field.

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I am a Marine Science graduate with a dedicated interest in conservation and sustainable marine practices. I am eager to contribute to the marine science industry through research, emerging technologies, and innovative sustainability solutions. My interest in marine science began in 2015 when I completed my first scuba dive, leading me to further my knowledge and qualifications in the field.

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Experience Level

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Language

French
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Manager, Instructor, Coxswain at Oceanlife Dive Centre
January 1, 2020 - Present
Managed a small team of dive professionals, delegating tasks and maintaining efficient workflow. Managed and maintained diving equipment, including filling oxygen cylinders and loading gear on/off the boat. Coordinated dive excursions, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
Diving Instructor & Coxswain at Oceanlife Dive Centre
January 1, 2020 - Present
SSI Scuba Diving Instructor; responsible for management and maintenance of diving equipment including filling oxygen cylinders, loading/offloading gear to/from the boat; achieved multiple scuba diving qualifications including a technical diving qualification; served as dive boat coxswain and crew member.
Kayak/Paddleboard Instructor, Scuba diving Assistant at Feelgood Activities
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Assisted in teaching scuba diving courses, including DDI disabled diving training. Instructed kayaking and paddleboard tours, facilitating educational ecotours about local ecology and geology.
Website Maintenance and Accounts at Doran’s Seafood/Visit Howth
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Gained proficiency in the Microsoft 365 suite; processed invoices and receipts using TAS Books; managed and created content for websites and social media using Wix and Wordpress.
Kayak/Paddleboard Instructor, Scuba Diving Assistant at Feelgood Activities, Howth
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Assisted in teaching scuba diving courses of all levels; supported DDI disabled diving training; instructed kayaking and paddleboard tours; delivered educational ecotours about local ecology and geology.

Education

BSc (Hons) Marine Science at University of Galway
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Leaving Certificate at Donabate Community College, Dublin
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020
BSc (Hons) Marine Science at University of Galway
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Leaving Certificate at Donabate Community College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

JNCC Marine Mammal Observer Guidelines for Industry
September 22, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Irish Mitigation Guidelines for Industry
September 22, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET) with CA-EBS
November 28, 2024 - January 6, 2026
OEUK Offshore Medical Certificate
November 11, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Certified Emergency First Responder
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
SSI Open Water Instructor
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
SSI Specialty Instructor in 17+ specialties
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
SSI Extended Range Twin Set
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
ISA Powerboat Level 2
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
ESB Marine Mammal Observer Training Programme
January 1, 2024 - January 6, 2026
HKUST Study Abroad Programme
January 1, 2023 - January 6, 2026
Science Leader for CÉIM Programme
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Certificate of Training in JNCC Marine Mammal Observer Guidelines for Industry
September 22, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Certificate of Training in Irish Mitigation Guidelines for Industry
September 22, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Certificate of Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET)
November 28, 2024 - January 6, 2026
OEUK Offshore Medical Certificate
November 11, 2024 - January 6, 2026
Certified Emergency First Responder
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
Certified SSI Open Water Instructor
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
Certified SSI Specialty Instructor in 17+ specialties
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
SSI Extended Range Twin Set Certified
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
SSI Gas Blender Certified
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
Level 2 ISA Powerboat license
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
Full, clean driver’s license
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality