Benjamin Kidane
St Austell,Cornwall
Summary
BSc Physical Geography and Geology graduate from the University of Plymouth (specialist dissertation experience in micropalaeontology/biostratigraphy). During a formal industry placement at Par Moor Imerys Laboratories, independently evaluated a scientific instrument and presented findings to the company board (translating technical work into clear/professional communication). Recognised with a Positive Mindset Award and supported throughout my studies by sustained part-time employment (e.g. two years at McDonald's in St Austell), and now looking to apply my analytical skills within a graduate research/geoscience role - where scientific rigour is highly valued.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Filtration/analytical department intern
Imerys Par Moor
St Austell, Cornwall
2024.07 - 2024.09
- Solved complex problems with effective teamwork/communication skills.
- Presented findings from data analyses tasks clearly to non-technical colleagues.
Crew member
McDonald's
St Austell, Cornwall
2021.04 - 2023.09
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a cordial (yet productive/competent) work environment.
- Upheld health and safety guidelines whilst preparing food items (preventing cross-contamination risks).
Kitchen porter
The Boathouse Restaurant
St Austell, Cornwall
2019.06 - 2019.09
- Assisted in stock management tasks (e.g. ensuring accurate inventory count).
- Maintained strong hygienic kitchen standards - regularly washing kitchen equipment/utensils.
- Consistently adhered to food hygiene regulations whilst dealing with food waste.
Newspaper distributor
Mid Cornwall Advertiser
St Austell, Cornwall
2016.06 - 2018.09
- Distributed newspapers on a weekly basis, following a delivery route in a pragmatic/efficient manner
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography and Geology
University of Plymouth
Plymouth 2023.09 - 2026.07
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Truro College
Truro 2019.09 - 2021.06
GCSEs -
Penrice Academy
St Austell 2014.09 - 2019.06
Skills
- Consistently dependable - able to meet deadlines/manage commitments effectively
- Prioritising/managing tasks to ensure efficient workflow
- Evidence of constructive team work across a variety of employment settings (contributing ideas/supporting colleagues to achieve shared goals)
- Can identify opportunities for improvement (eg proposing creative yet appropriate solutions to enhance work performance)
- Continually seeking to apply theoretical knowledge within workplace scenarios - judiciously reflecting on the significance of this perceived knowledge
- Relatively high in both written/verbal fluency, whilst seeking to both present information candidly and listen attentively to others
- Well informed on national/international developments, enabling contextually relevant contributions to discussions/projects
Affiliations
Scientific research, badminton, football, YouTube video creation, international relations/current affairs, philosophical/theological discussion, visiting other countries.
Timeline
Filtration/analytical department intern
Imerys Par Moor
2024.07 - 2024.09
Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography and Geology
University of Plymouth
2023.09 - 2026.07
Crew member
McDonald's
2021.04 - 2023.09
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Truro College
2019.09 - 2021.06
Kitchen porter
The Boathouse Restaurant
2019.06 - 2019.09
Newspaper distributor
Mid Cornwall Advertiser
2016.06 - 2018.09
GCSEs -
Penrice Academy
2014.09 - 2019.06