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Madeline Hirst

Swillington

Summary

I have a strong foundation in communication, active listening, and editing. This demonstrates exceptional customer service skills and reliability, coupled with a competitive spirit and innovative thinking. Committed to sustainability considerations that I gathered throughout my university degrees; aiming to leverage these skills in a role that values environmental responsibility and forward-thinking solutions.

A a reliable individual with a strong work ethic and a genuine interest in the food industry and in ways to improve product quality. The interest comes from my background in research into staple food crops throughout my university degrees. Across my years of studying, I researched the physiological mechanisms behind the photosynthetic functions of the staple food crop, wheat. This understanding led to enhanced work into ways to improve photosynthesis in crops to produce higher yields.

I am skilled in manual labour and team collaboration, with background in physically demanding roles. Committed to contributing to productivity and supporting sustainable practices across the job.

Driven professional with resilient approach to challenges; seeking to leverage strong analytical and problem-solving skills. I am proven to adapt quickly and collaborate within diverse teams. Poised to make significant impact by delivering innovative solutions and driving project success.

Overview

3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Farm worker

Brecks Farm
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Worked at Brecks Farm as a farm worker from 2020 to 2022, contributing to operations on a commercial arable and animal farm. Developed skills in communication and teamwork, gaining valuable insights into career aspirations in agriculture.
  • Implemented sustainable farming practices, reducing overall environmental impact of operations.
  • Repaired farm machinery to minimise downtime during crucial periods.
  • Assisted in the administration of vaccinations or medications to animals under veterinary supervision.

Education

Grammar School at Leeds
Leeds

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture and crop science

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
09.2022 - 07.2025

Masters of Research - Plant and crop science

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
09.2025 -

Skills

  • Crop management
  • Sustainability considerations
  • Customer service
  • Reliability
  • Team collaboration
  • Innovative thinking
  • Communication
  • Active listening
  • Editing

Experience

Flower arranging club, volunteer in the summer of 2019. This club consisted of an elderly population who appreciated a helping hand. This volunteering helped me improve my active listening skills and customer service. 

Worked on product development at Brecks Co. Helped incorporate ingredients to create a product with high nutritional value, fibre and low sugars and fats. 

Attended marketing meetings with the brand Honey Monster. Learned about customer values and the importance of design. My interests were furthered into product and ingredient decisions. 

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Hiking
  • Photosynthesis development

Accomplishments

    I have completed the Three Peaks Challenge, alongside completing a bronze award in my Duke of Edinburgh. These achievements express my enjoyment of outdoor activities.

    During my Bachelor's degree i undertook an enterprise management challenge module, highlighting my innovative thinking, organisational skills, ability to manage a timeline and key decision-making. I earned this award after finishing in top place, and received it alongside my Bachelor of Science degree award.

Timeline

Masters of Research - Plant and crop science

University of Nottingham
09.2025 -

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture and crop science

University of Nottingham
09.2022 - 07.2025

Farm worker

Brecks Farm
01.2020 - 01.2022

Grammar School at Leeds
Madeline Hirst