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Sophie Marsden

Selby,North Yorkshire

Summary

Motivated, proactive and dependable professional with experience across emergency response, medical assistance, control room operations and maritime navigation. I work well under pressure, communicate clearly and enjoy roles that involve teamwork, public engagement and supporting community safety. I maintain a strong interest in fitness, training, nutrition and personal wellbeing.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Firefighter

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
York
04.2024 - Current

Respond to a variety of emergency incidents and support community safety through home visits, education and risk reduction work. Maintain operational readiness through regular training, equipment checks and safety procedures.

Control Operator

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service
Leeds
01.2022 - 04.2024

Received and prioritised emergency calls, mobilised resources and provided essential information to responding crews. Supported incident management through reliable communication, accurate logging and coordination with other agencies.

Warfare Officer

Royal Navy
11.2014 - 04.2021

Led and trained personnel while carrying out navigation, watchkeeping and tactical duties. Maintained situational awareness, coordinated manoeuvres and contributed to planning and executing maritime operations.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Maritime Studies

University of Plymouth
Plymouth, England

A-Levels -

Brighouse High School Sixth Form
09.2012 - 06.2014

GCSEs -

Brighouse High School
09.2007 - 06.2012

Skills

  • On-Scene leadership
  • Team coordination and leadership
  • Problem solving and decision making
  • Microsoft Office
  • Working effectively in fast-paced environments

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Strength Training
  • Cycling

Timeline

Firefighter

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
04.2024 - Current

Control Operator

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service
01.2022 - 04.2024

Warfare Officer

Royal Navy
11.2014 - 04.2021

A-Levels -

Brighouse High School Sixth Form
09.2012 - 06.2014

GCSEs -

Brighouse High School
09.2007 - 06.2012

Certificate of Higher Education - Maritime Studies

University of Plymouth
Sophie Marsden