Bsc hons Marine Biology, MSc Marine Resource Development and Protectio

Laurie Winter

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PROFILE

I am a reliable, conscientious and quick thinking individual who enjoys working in fast-paced and challenging environments. I possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under my own initiative, I am a confident and outgoing individual who is keen to take on new roles and expand my knowledge within the environmental sector.

WORK EXPERIENCE

May 2012 –Present: SSE Renewables

Seagreen Project Developer

My current role as a project developer for Seagreen (joint venture between SSE Renewables and Fluor UK) involves providing support to both the offshore and onshore panning and EIA of an offshore wind farm in the Firth of Forth as part of the Crown Estates third round of offshore wind developments.

I communicate with a large number of environmental contractors, community councils, Marine Scotland and NGO’s as well as organising and providing timelines for contractors work to be carried out. I am also involved in composing and reviewing reports and environmental statements in support of the offshore wind farm EIA, and I am regularly in contact with the marketing department of Fluor UK regarding the presentation and final publishing of the Seagreen wind farm application.

October 2010-May 2012: VG Energy Ltd.

Planning and Environment Officer.

In my role as a planning and environmental officer for this fast paced renewable energy company I have broadened my knowledge of planning constraints and legislation, spent a considerable amount of time liaising with planning authorities, and sought consultation from NGO’s. I have also developed my IT skills in particular my use of ArcGIS software, and become competent in WindFarm software.

During my time at VG Energy I have also picked up a working knowledge of the grid connection application process, and developed my project management skills by completing both feasibility studies and planning applications for a number of small-scale wind turbine developments.

Summer 2008 – Atlantic Whale Foundation

Volunteer Observer

In my role as a volunteer my responsibilities included observing and accurately recording the day-to-day activities of cetaceans around the Canary Islands and raising public awareness about the biology of these organisms. Further responsibilities included organising fundraising events, cash handling and communicating with other like-minded organisations. Duties also involved developing the organisations web page on the days we were not assigned to specific events.

EDUCATION

2009-2010: Heriot-Watt University: MSC Marine Resource Development and Protection

Modules Included:

Marine Resources Coastal and Estuarine Management

Marine Pollution Environmental Toxicology

Geographical Information Systems Diving Science

Field Course: I attended an optional field course which involved carrying out shore based sampling techniques in Oban and the taxonomic identification marine organsims in the laboratory. Whilst not being part of the assessment process the outputs were fully documented and presented to colleagues at the end of the study in order to highlight and visualise findings.

Dissertation: During my MSc I completed a desk study on the potential of carbon capture and storage (CCS) as a method of reducing atmospheric CO emissions in accordance with Europe’s commitments to the Kyoto Protocol. The study involved reviewing the progress of a number of small-scale experimental projects, alongside Statoil’s Sleipner Project to determine the current status of CCS in Europe. After investigating the successes of CCS the project then went on to review the possible drawbacks or problems associated with large-scale development. Attention was given to the EU Emissions Trading Scheme’s role in making CO a tradable product and the impact this may have on the economic constraints of CCS development and the long-term price of CO . Alongside the emissions trading scheme the costs of production were reviewed and methods of incentivising CCS development considered. Finally, the literature concerned with the possible environmental impacts of CCS were investigated and compared to the impacts associated with the unmitigated release of atmospheric CO emissions in order to assess where trade-offs may be required.

2005-2009 University of Stirling, Institute of Aquaculture: BSc (Hons) Marine Biology

Modules Included:

Statistical Techniques Pelagic Processes in Marine Biology

Managing Living Aquatic Resources Techniques in Marine Biology

Field Courses: As part of my third year assessment two field courses had to be completed and separate reports produced. The first of these field courses included field sampling of shore organisms and taxonomic identification in the laboratory. The second involved recording cetacean behaviour off the West coast of Scotland and monitoring basking shark presence in the area to determine if there were any adverse effects as a result of boating activity.

Dissertation: As part of my final year I completed a project on the use of seaweeds to monitor heavy metal pollution in the Forth Estuary. This project involved field sampling, the chemical analysis of water samples and Fucus vesiculosus tissues, and extensive use of Minitab statistical software and Multivariate analysis. Statistical analysis was carried out to determine the main pollution areas in relation to industry in the area, and also to what extent F. vesiculosus absorbed these metals.

ACADEMIC SKILLS

Excellent knowledge of MS packages and Minitab Statistical software skills;

Experience of ArcGIS 9.3;

Experience of WindFarm Release 4 software;

Sound laboratory practices and experience of analytical techniques;

In-field sampling proficiency;

Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessments and Life-Cycle Assessments;

Strong project planning and development skills;

Experience of managing external contractors.

PERSONAL DETAILS

Excellent health;

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;

Highly motivated;

Smart, presentable appearance;

Full driving license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

I am an active individual who was a member of Kilmarnock Amateur Swim Team until relocating for University, I have recently began training with Kilmarnock swim teams master lane and regularly take part in sport related fundraising events to raise money for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

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