Hi, I’m
Max Potter
Kensington,Australia
Summary
Seasoned conservationist with a strong background in wildlife safeguarding and environmental protection. Skilled in habitat restoration, biodiversity management, and ecological research. Proven track record of implementing sustainable conservation policies that have led to significant improvements in ecosystem health. Highly effective communicator with the ability to educate the public on the importance of conservation efforts. Developed practical skills and fostered inter-agency cooperative working through volunteer experience with SES.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Premises Café and Restaurant
Waiting Staff
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Waiting tables, food preparation, hygiene maintenance, barista duties
- Cashing up and closing
- Customer facing and interaction role
Inloc
Team Leader and Environmental Conservationist
08.2022 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Led research tender for Reef Health Index Surveys and Manta Tows
- Devised and performed observational free dives and scuba diving for environmental monitoring, and the effective culling of the crown-of-thorns starfish population control
- Managed the acquisition and uploading of crucial environmental data to support the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority in determining overall reef health and species monitoring
- Refit work on four vessels, including sanding, painting, antifouling, engine room maintenance, and machinery use
- Stock management (food/fuel/dive gear) and inventory procurement
- Lived on a boat for up to 20 days at a time, actively participating in collective cooking, cleaning, and general maintenance
Lady Musgrave Experience
Open Water Scuba Instructor
11.2020 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Daily charters to Lady Musgrave Island (~130 pax), of mixed passenger abilities and ambitions
- Requiring me to guide nature tours, teach introductory divers teaching (up to 16 at a time) as well as be adaptable
- In charge of managing and maintaining standards of all dive equipment on board: BCDs, regulators, tanks, masks, etc
- Serving meals, cleaning the common areas, maintaining and cleaning vessel equipment, and performing superficial engine maintenance
- Strong work ethic, polite, informative, good manners during long 14-hour days, and regularly rough 8-hour round trips
BREEF
Wildlife and Snorkel Guide
06.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Company Overview: Bahamas Reef Environmental Educational Foundation (BREEF) is responsible for educating people about conserving the marine environment in the Bahamas
- Facilitated educational workshops (+30 pupils) and presentations related to the tour themes for schools and organizations
- Answered questions, pointed out overlooked features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate the students
- Bahamas Reef Environmental Educational Foundation (BREEF) is responsible for educating people about conserving the marine environment in the Bahamas
Nassau, Bahamas
Snorkel and Dive Guide
06.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Responsible for safety, complex equipment management and enjoyment of upwards of 100 tourists on daily excursions
- Involved good communication/organisational skills (not all spoke English)
Education
James Cook University (JCU)Cairns, Queensland
Diploma of Higher Education from Science, Core Maths and Science, Ecology, Biodiversity, Biology, Evolution of Earth, Environmental processes, Chemistry, Digital Learning and Academic Processes
01.2022
Sidcot Independent SchoolBristol, England
AS Levels from Chemistry, Biology, Geography
01.2020
Windsor High SchoolNassau, Bahamas
iGCSEs from Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, History, Business, English literature and language
01.2018
Millfield Senior SchoolStreet, England
GCSEs to Yr. 10 from Dbl. science, English, Maths, History, Business, Geography
01.2017
Skills
- Conservation planning
- Oceanic environment expertise
- Wildlife tracking and capture
- Invasive species control
- Dependable Team Player
- Hazard and risk identification
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data analytics software
- Engaging personality
- Cultural sensitivity
- Environmental awareness
- Weather preparedness
- Wildlife identification
- Basic mechanics
- Tour planning
- Strong leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Customer engagement
- Research
- Guest relations
- Emergency response
- Safety procedures
- Cleaning
- Tourism management
- Expert communication
- Social perceptiveness
Accomplishments
- Represented The Bahamas National Water Polo Team in international tournaments across the USA, Cuba, Bahamas, and Hungary
- Awarded school colours for rugby; selected for representative school rugby tours to Portugal and New Zealand
Timeline
Waiting Staff
Premises Café and Restaurant
01.2023 - Current
Team Leader and Environmental Conservationist
Inloc
08.2022 - 08.2024
Open Water Scuba Instructor
Lady Musgrave Experience
11.2020 - 02.2021
Wildlife and Snorkel Guide
BREEF
06.2017 - 06.2018
Snorkel and Dive Guide
Nassau, Bahamas
06.2017 - 06.2018
Sidcot Independent School
AS Levels from Chemistry, Biology, Geography
Windsor High School
iGCSEs from Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, History, Business, English literature and language
Millfield Senior School
GCSEs to Yr. 10 from Dbl. science, English, Maths, History, Business, Geography
James Cook University (JCU)
Diploma of Higher Education from Science, Core Maths and Science, Ecology, Biodiversity, Biology, Evolution of Earth, Environmental processes, Chemistry, Digital Learning and Academic Processes
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