Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Oliver Ledger

Northwich,Cheshire

Summary

A highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with huge passion for the maritime industry. Possess strong communication skills, constant ambition to learn, ability to work collaboratively as well as having developed leadership skills. Have an aspiration to begin a career in maritime through gaining this cadetship, and use the wealth of knowledge I will receive from mentors and experienced officers to constantly progress.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Water Sports Specialist/Counsellor + Lifeguard

Camp Arrow Wood
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
06.2025 - 08.2025

Running waterfront operations of camp alongside other members of the waterfront team and waterfront director.


This included:

  • Driver and lookout on waterski boat ensuring safety of campers whilst waterskiing
  • Leading paddleboarders and kayakers on lake trips
  • Lifeguarding during open water and inflatable swim sessions


Alongside these duties I was also the cabin counsellor for a group of children ranging from ages 8-11.


This involved:

  • Supervising and mentoring campers - ensuring their safety, wellbeing and engagement in camp life and activities
  • Managing conflict resolution, providing emotional support and maintaining a positive cabin environment
  • Collaborating with other staff to build fun schedules, enforce camp rules and participate in activities
  • Serving as arole model - demonstrating strong leadership, responsibility and communication

Golf Club Pro Shop Assistant

Ben Derbyshire Golf
Whitegate, Cheshire
05.2023 - 01.2025
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing good service and handling complaints professionally
  • Handled cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions
  • Maintained clean, appealing shop environment to improve member and visitor experience
  • Managed over 100 customers/phone calls a day
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Took phone calls and dealt with the query, or passed it on to relevant colleagues
  • Maintained the golf buggies by plugging them in for charge and washing them down

Football referee

Cheshire FA
Northwich, Cheshire
09.2022 - Current
  • Show great adaptability whilst officiating at various levels including youth, amateur and semi-professional leagues.
  • Maintain high level of physical fitness for optimal performance on pitch.
  • Demonstrate excellent understanding of football rules and regulations.
  • Communicate effectively with players, coaches and officials for smooth conduct of matches.
  • Enhance match flow by making accurate and timely decisions.
  • Provide clear explanations for decisions made during games to players and coaches.
  • Attend referee training courses to improve skills and knowledge of the game.
  • Exhibit strong conflict resolution skills whilst dealing with disputes on field.
  • Referee 4-6 matches per week ensuring my admin is always up to date


Golf Ball Picker

Hartford Golf Club
Northwich, Cheshire
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Picked up golf balls before college when the ground was too wet for the tractor
  • Ensured timely arrival at 5:30am each morning
  • Picked up and cleaned the golf balls

Education

A-Levels -

Sir John Deans Sixth Form College
Northwich
09.2023 - 06.2025

GCSEs -

The County High School, Leftwich
Northwich
09.2018 - 06.2023

BTEC - Digital Information Technology

The County High School, Leftwich
Northwich
09.2018 - 06.2023

Skills

  • Communication in high-stress situations
  • Time management excellence
  • Risk assessment capabilities
  • Teamwork
  • Customer Service
  • Organisation
  • Desire to Learn
  • Integrity
  • Adaptability to change
  • Attention to Detail
  • Independent
  • Resourceful
  • Determination to excel

Certification

  • Full Driving License
  • RYA Powerboat Level 2
  • STCW10
  • ENG1
  • American Red Cross Open Water Lifeguard
  • PADI Open Water Diver

Accomplishments

  • School Junior Leadership Team – A mentor to younger students assisting in setting the standards for behaviour, attitudes and work ethics.
  • Golf Club Junior Captain – Helping new junior members integrate into the club, assisting in major club competitions and acting as a Club Ambassador.
  • Member of Cheshire FA CORE (Centre Of Refereeing Excellence), "aims to identify and develop the 20 most talented officials in the county"

Affiliations

  • Motorboating
  • Sailing
  • Kayaking/Paddleboarding
  • Waterskiing
  • Golf
  • Football
  • Formula 1
  • Travelling

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Water Sports Specialist/Counsellor + Lifeguard

Camp Arrow Wood
06.2025 - 08.2025

Golf Ball Picker

Hartford Golf Club
04.2024 - 07.2024

A-Levels -

Sir John Deans Sixth Form College
09.2023 - 06.2025

Golf Club Pro Shop Assistant

Ben Derbyshire Golf
05.2023 - 01.2025

Football referee

Cheshire FA
09.2022 - Current

GCSEs -

The County High School, Leftwich
09.2018 - 06.2023

BTEC - Digital Information Technology

The County High School, Leftwich
09.2018 - 06.2023
Oliver Ledger