Experience and education
St Andrews graduate with experience in yachting and property.
Education & research
University of St Andrews
2022–2026
BSc (Hons) Earth and Environmental Sciences · 2:1
Graduated July 2026. Studied geochemistry, GIS and spatial data, climate science, Future Climate Solutions, and Global Resource Challenges.
Dissertation and project work
Dissertation, graded 80%; poster presentation, graded 90%. Reconstructed past ocean temperature and carbon chemistry using Mg/Ca and B/Ca measurements in benthic foraminifera. Organised and cross-checked data in Excel, analysed it in R, and produced a scientific dissertation.
Group project manager. Led a team preparing an investor report comparing two lithium mining projects, considering resource quality, ESG, social licence, and transport emissions.
Read about my dissertationUniversity of Auckland
2025
Study abroad semester
Studied Coastal Management and Natural and Human Environmental Systems. Fieldwork included measuring coastal retreat through levelling and beach profiling.
Yachting experience
Stewardess · M/Y Quasar
June–September 2024
47-metre motor yacht · Private and charter
Laundry, housekeeping, and service across owner trips and back-to-back charters.
Responsibilities
Provided continuity through changes in the interior team, supporting crew handovers and incoming Chief Stewardesses. Took on longer service shifts and helped manage fast turnarounds between charter groups.
Second Stewardess · M/Y Zulu
Summer 2022 & 2023
36-metre expedition yacht · Mediterranean
Worked in an interior team of two, managing cabin upkeep and laundry, supporting dinner service, and frequently leading lunch service.
Responsibilities
Handled quick turnarounds, night shifts, and themed guest events. Managed the interior independently for a week while the Chief Stewardess was unwell, covering cabins, laundry, and service for ten guests.
Property experience
Property investment
2025–present
Involved in the purchase and management of property investments, including exploring letting options and working with business tenants, stakeholders, and deadlines.
Skills & qualifications
Technical
QGIS spatial analysis, trace element geochemistry, Microsoft Excel, basic R, data checking, and scientific report writing.
Working with people
Guest service, crew handovers, stakeholder relationships, independent responsibility, and working under pressure.
Marine training and other qualifications
STCW Basic Safety Training; ENG1 medical; Proficiency in Security Awareness; Proficiency in Designated Security Duties; RYA Powerboat Level 2; RYA VHF Marine Radio Operator; First Aid; full UK driving licence.
Certificates and current validity can be provided on request.
References available on request. Contact me
