Catherine Rowe
Bridgend,Vale of Glamorgan
Summary
Resourceful individual with keen interest in conservation and natural environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills combined with hands-on experience in practical conservation, biological survey skills and data management. Committed to making positive impact on nature recovery and my local environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Conservation Volunteer
The Donkey Sanctuary
Sidmouth, Devon
2025.10 - Current
- Undertaking outdoor practical conservation tasks within a team under the supervision of paid Ecologists including hedge laying, tree planting, scrub management, fence construction and habitat enhancement for rescue donkeys and native species.
- Undertaking surveys for pollinator species and protected species such as Dormouse. Data is used to inform management priorities.
- Ensuring that hand tools are used safely, and Health and Safety regulations and policies are followed.
Front of house team member (Part-time)
Awen Cultural Trust
Bridgend
2025.06 - Current
- Working within a team to provide efficient and professional customer service for high volumes of guests, serving food and beverages.
- Ensuring Health and Safety regulations and procedures are followed, maintaining clean and orderly spaces, and ensuring prioritisation of customer wellbeing and safety such as food allergies and intolerances.
- Maintaining excellent guest satisfaction by providing attentive, proactive and friendly service to create a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
Volunteer Coach and Senior Club Captain
Southerndown Surf Lifesaving Club
Southerndown, Vale of Glamorgan
2018.01 - 2023.08
- Maintaining equipment and inspecting items for safety before and after use.
- Mentoring young people to develop new lifesaving skills and positive attitudes.
- Collaborating with other volunteers, including registered coaches, to create a positive and safe environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Exeter
Exeter 09/2023 -
A-Levels -
Cowbridge School
Cowbridge 09/2021 - 07/2023
Skills
- Ability to work within a team and independently
- Effective science communication skills
- Attention to detail in laboratory work and field work
- Passionate about nature and biodiversity
- Willingness and interest in learning new skills
- Knowledge of key UK wildlife legislation
- Experience in biological survey and monitoring
- Experience of various IT packages including R and QGIS
- Hold Full UK Driving Licence (No Endorsements)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Conservation Volunteer
The Donkey Sanctuary
2025.10 - Current
Front of house team member (Part-time)
Awen Cultural Trust
2025.06 - Current
Volunteer Coach and Senior Club Captain
Southerndown Surf Lifesaving Club
2018.01 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Exeter
09/2023 -
A-Levels -
Cowbridge School
09/2021 - 07/2023