Joe Heppenstall
Grantham,Lincolnshire
Summary
Motivated and adaptable professional with a strong academic background, holding both a Bachelor’s undergraduate degree and a Master’s degree. Experienced in the arable industry with experience in grain analysis from laboratory work, ensuring accuracy and quality control. Practical driving experience adds flexibility and reliability in supporting agricultural operations and transport requirements. Known for a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Driver/Sampler
Openfield
Colsterworth, Lincolnshire
2025.07 - 2025.09
- Responsible for collecting/sampling different commodities of grain and seed.
- Responsible for delivery of rapeseed.
- Contacted and arranged delivery/collection with farmers/business owners.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, ensured safe transportation.
- Accepted and organised work requests using company app.
- Performed daily vehicle inspections to ensure safety.
Lab Operative
Openfield
Colsterworth, Lincolnshire
2021.07 - 2024.09
- Collected and prepared grain samples for analysis.
- Conducted a variety of tests, including moisture, protein, oil content, bushel weight, and foreign material assessments, on various commodities of grain.
- Accurately recorded results of tests and analyses.
- Clearly reported results to supervisors.
- Assisted in training new operatives to help integrate into team.
- Performed laboratory testing in controlled conditions for reliable outcomes.
- Processed samples, labelled containers and completed required paperwork.
- Carried out routine housekeeping tasks to maintain safe, clean, uncluttered work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Science of Sports Performance
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds 2021.09 - 2024.05
A-Levels - Biology
Bourne Grammar School
Bourne 2019.09 - 2021.07
A-Levels - Design Engineering
Bourne Grammar School
Bourne 2019.09 - 2021.07
Master of Science - Strength and Conditioning
Leeds Beckett University
2024.09 - 2025.09
A-Levels - Physical Education
Bourne Grammar School
Bourne 2019.09 - 2021.07
Skills
- Ability to work well in a team
- Attention to Detail
- Ability to learn quickly
- Knowledge of arable industry
- Ability to communicate well
- Completion of driver awareness training
Voluteering Experience
Volunteering as an assistant tennis coach at Stamford tennis club.
I spent two months helping to coach youth athletes twice a week at my local tennis club, my role involved running technique drills with small groups and coaching one to one.
This role allowed me to:
- Gain knowledge from experienced coaches.
- Learn how to adapt i.e. progressing/regressing exercises dependent on the skill level of the athlete.
- Develop my interpersonal skills.
- Develop leadership and communication skills.
Timeline
Driver/Sampler
Openfield
2025.07 - 2025.09
Master of Science - Strength and Conditioning
Leeds Beckett University
2024.09 - 2025.09
Bachelor of Science - Science of Sports Performance
Leeds Beckett University
2021.09 - 2024.05
Lab Operative
Openfield
2021.07 - 2024.09
A-Levels - Biology
Bourne Grammar School
2019.09 - 2021.07
A-Levels - Design Engineering
Bourne Grammar School
2019.09 - 2021.07
A-Levels - Physical Education
Bourne Grammar School
2019.09 - 2021.07