Ben Ashby
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
A post-graduate student with advanced analytical skills, adept at using data and graphs to drive insights. Possesses a solid foundation in GIS, field research, and risk assessment write-ups. Demonstrates strong team working abilities through experience in scouts and drama school. Skilled in critical thinking, particularly under tight deadlines, with a comprehensive understanding of UN SDGs and their applications.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Sales assistant
Morrisons
Ormskirk, Lancashire
2023.04 - Current
- Resolved freezer breakdown issues during heat waves through effective troubleshooting.
- Trained new staff across 3 departments, facilitating rapid learning and adaptation.
- Addressed customer needs and concerns, offering advice and product recommendations.
- Collaborated in teams to efficiently load and unload lorries for stock transport of up to 30 pallets.
- Relied upon by line managers due to versatility and endeavour, during times of staff shortages.
Sales assistant
Bargain Booze
Maghull , Merseyside
2022.08 - 2023.04
- Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously whilst maintaining high-quality customer care.
Healthcare volunteer
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Liverpool, Merseyside
2021.02 - 2021.07
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Master of Science - Climate Change and Sustainability
Liverpool John Moores University
Merseyside 2025.09 -
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Liverpool Hope University
Merseyside 2022.10 - 2025.06
A-Levels - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Deyes High School
Merseyside 2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs - Mathematics, English
Deyes High School
Merseyside 2017.09 - 2020.07
Skills
- Basic to intermediate level of GIS skills
- Advanced analytical skills using data and graphs
- Field research skills and risk assessment write-ups
- Team working skills through experience in scouts and drama school
- Critical thinking skills applied to work that had deadlines
- Knowledge of UN SDG's and unique combinations
Affiliations
- Scouts
- Hiking
- Cooking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Science - Climate Change and Sustainability
Liverpool John Moores University
2025.09 -
Sales assistant
Morrisons
2023.04 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Liverpool Hope University
2022.10 - 2025.06
Sales assistant
Bargain Booze
2022.08 - 2023.04
Healthcare volunteer
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
2021.02 - 2021.07
A-Levels - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Deyes High School
2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs - Mathematics, English
Deyes High School
2017.09 - 2020.07