Edward Watkins
Foxway Limekiln lane, Stainton, Rotherham, S. Yorks. S66 7QY
ew77@hotmail.co.uk
07789866483
Third year Geology undergraduate with experience of producing reports, presentations, and
posters, experience in fieldwork techniques, which led to winning academic awards, experience
of using GIS packages and surface modelling, seeking employment in the petroleum exploration
industry.
Education
2012-Present
University of Portsmouth
BSc (Hons) Geology (Predicted 2:1)
Degree has encompassed wide spectrum of subjects, such as; basin analysis and petroleum
geology, structural geology, applied geoinformatics, digital geoscience, sedimentology, mineral
resources and exploration, and petrology. Also focussed on various fieldwork and mapping
techniques.
Undertook final year mapping project on Unst, Shetland; investigating relationship between
Dalradian metasediments and an obducted ophiolite suite.
This course has enabled me to develop abilities to:
 Produce surface models and cross-sections in Golden Software Surfer, using geophysics
data.
 Manipulate and present Landsat and ASTER data using GIS software; Esri ArcGIS and QGIS.
 Image Processing Landsat and ASTER data using Intergraph Erdas ER Mapper.
 Record, manipulate, and present raw data from fieldwork as maps, logs, posters and
reports to a professional standard
 Give engaging and informative presentations to groups of people on relevant subject
material.
 Work independently, managing time and workload effectively to produce assessed work
to stringent deadlines.
 Work as part of a team of up to 4 people, for group assessments, to create presentations
and posters.
2004-2012
Queen Elizabeth’s High School, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
 ‘A’ Levels in Chemistry, Biology and Geography.
 9 GCSEs at grades A-C including Maths, Science and English.
Work Experience
October 2014
Earth sciences open day assistant, University of Portsmouth, Hampshire
Talking to potential geology students and parents about the course. Development of confidence
in public speaking and communication skills.
2008-Present
Farm labourer, T.E. Watkins & sons agricultural contractors, South
Yorkshire
Seasonal employment, agricultural machinery operator, manual labourer and pest control.
Developed both strong teamwork ethic, working in teams with up to 7 others, and also the
ability to work individually to solve problems intuitively, communication skills with colleagues
and customers, strict time management skills, willingness to work long hours to complete a task
or meet deadlines.
Additional Information
 Awarded the PESGB Young Professionals undergraduate mapping sponsorship 2014, for
academic achievements.
 Awarded the best 2nd year geoscience mapping student award 2013-14 by the School of
Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Portsmouth.
 Member of the PESGB.
 Regularly attend geological seminars, furthering my knowledge and understanding outside
of the taught material on the course.
 Full UK driving licence.
Hobbies and Interests
Keen mountain bike rider and racer, member of the CTC and member of University of
Portsmouth Cycling Club for three years and downhill captain for 2 years. Developed skills
including:
 Organisation; arranging vehicle hire and accommodation for club trips. Arranging annual
Varsity mountain bike race.
 Communication; conversing with suppliers in a professional manner when purchasing club
kit. Canvasing businesses for sponsorship deals.
 Leadership and teamwork; coordinating team members at races and events in order to
achieve a successful outcome.
 Competitiveness
References
Professor Rob Strachan – Head of school, Professor of Geology and academic personal tutor at
the University of Portsmouth.
School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Burnaby Building, Burnaby Road, Portsmouth,
PO1 3QL
Email: rob.strachan@port.ac.uk
Telephone: 023 9284 2279
Dr Nicholas Minter – Senior Lecturer at the University of Portsmouth.
School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Burnaby Building, Burnaby Road, Portsmouth,
PO1 3QL
Email: nic.minter@port.ac.uk
Telephone: 023 9284 2288