Alexandros Dale Petrakis

65 Spring Grove, Cwmbran. NP445EB | 07824549584 | apetrakis1995@hotmail.com or apetrakis95@gmail.com

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An enthusiastic, results orientated, highly analytical and numerate individual with exceptional social, communication and report writing skills. Able to thrive both as an individual, using my own initiative, and as part of a team in the working environment.

Graduating from the University of the West of England with a 1st class degree in BSc Geography and Environmental Management. Aspiring for a career as a hydrologist/flood risk consultant where I can apply my relevant knowledge/skill set.

Education

1st class degree – BSc Geography and Environmental management at the University of the West of England, Bristol (September, 2013 to July, 2016):

This was achieved as a result of exceptional research, data collection, analytical and communication skills in both the written and verbal format. A high level of communication and team working skills were demonstrated upon completion of various group working projects, such as a field week in Brittany, France during year 2. High standards of statistical analysis were incorporated into many modules studied and are reflected in the overall degree result.

Notable modules include:

Dissertation/Final Year Project: A seasonal comparison of beach profiles at Penbryn beach, Cardigan bay (1st class).

A 12,000 word individual research project that demonstrates exceptional research, data collection and statistical analysis methods, also available on request.

Managing rivers and coasts (1st class).

Involved research, data collection statistical and spatial analysis methods to produce two written reports for the purpose of influencing management decisions; the river component focusing on the river Frome at Chipping Sodbury and the coastal component focusing on a small section of coastline at Burnham-on-sea. Both of these reports are available on request.

Renewable energy (1st class).

Involved presentation/public speaking skills that were completed to a professional standard. The module was also assessed by a written examination on a number of topics including renewable technologies and their place within a UK energy policy. The module was run in partnership with Ecotricity, a renewable energy company who provided site specific knowledge and case studies.

GIS and Remote sensing applications (1st class).

The remote sensing component was assessed by the completion of a practical portfolio of maps using unsupervised classifications and vegetation indices as convergence of evidence to analyse land cover change in Brazil and South Africa. The GIS component of the module involved a written examination and the utilization of ArcGIS online software to produce an ESRI story map, which won the best overall project as voted for by academics and a representative from ESRI themselves (see attached link: https://uwe.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapJournal/index.html?appid=13b3129ebc834989aae2c7ade27040de ). All assessments included reflective elements which allowed for self-evaluation.

A/AS levels (2011-2013):

Chemistry (AS) – Grade B

History (AS) – Grade C

Geography (A Level) – Grade B

Mathematics (A Level) – Grade D

Physics (A Level) – Grade D

GCSE’s (2009-2011):

Biology, Chemistry and Physics – A*

Mathematics, Geography, History and Welsh – A

English language, English literature and Religious Education – B.

Computer Skills

Software

3 years’ experience with the use of ArcMaps and ArcGIS software; including application to land cover change and flood risk management.

Organisation of multiple geodatabases.

Broad knowledge of Microsoft office applications (particularly excel), performing data analysis and presentation e.g. large spreadsheets, charts and graphs.

Broad knowledge of the British geographical coordinate system and the British national grid.

Use of ERDAS imagine and ESRI story map, uploading data into ArcGIS online.

Extensive use of Minitab to perform statistical analysis.

Exposure to 3D analysis using ArcScene software for flood management.

Experience

Leisure activities representative, Manos water sports and Bar (July 2012 to Aug 2014):

Developed social skills while interacting with clientele of a variety of ages and gender. Cultivated team work and communication.

Enhanced administrative skills. Developed organizational and many times leading skill approaches.

Administrator at Genesis Ltd (June 2012 to July 2012)

Responsible for picking deliveries and composing delivery notes. Analysing large amounts of data using excel. Demonstrated the ability to learn the unfamiliar company system efficiently.

Telephone fundraiser at GoGen September 2014 to October 2014

• Gained call centre experience.• Improved customer service skills• Phoned on behalf of Britain’s most respected charities e.g. British Red Cross.• Developed negotiation skills and ability to deal with finance as numerous direct debits

were set up.

Telephone fundraiser at NTT Fundraising October 2014 to March 2015

• Further developing call centre experience.• Achieved exceptional customer service and ability to build rapport• Represented Britain’s most respected charities e.g. Great Ormond Street Hospital.• Improved understanding of finance and banking.

Administrator at Nexus July 2015 to August 2015

• Experienced how different functions of a business fit together.• Performed data analysis using excel formulae.• Gained an insight into the company’s environmental impacts; attended waste disposal

meetings with VEOLIA.• Improved social skills and knowledge of a professional environment.

Additional information

Owner of a full, clean and valid UK driving license with own transport.

References are available upon request.

Hobbies include football, basketball, fishing and travelling.

Travelled to Luxembourg to represent the Welsh under 18 basketball team.