Caleb Squires
10A Elder Street, Central Dunedin, Dunedin
Summary
I am currently a fourth-year student completing Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Environmental Management with a minor in Marine Science at the University of Otago. I am looking to pursue a career in the environmental field specifically in water resource management and hope to gain experience through a range of work in the industry to build and develop my skills as an environmental manager.
My academic career up to this point has given me with a solid foundation in environmental sciences, including coursework in environmental regulations, data collection techniques, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). I have engaged in regular fieldwork through my coursework around Otago's coastlines, oceans, and natural areas and in previous job experiences in Northland which has taught me how to operate best in these environments. This past summer break I was fortunate to be given an opportunity at the Northland Regional Council as an intern for the hydrology team, where I was able to pick up a lot of practical skills and knowledge both in office and the field which provided great insight into working in our natural environment and the rewarding work out there to be done.
I am currently looking for a graduate role in my chosen field and am keen to explore the potential careers out there for me. I am living in Dunedin for 2024 but am open work in other locations around New Zealand.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Summer Intern
Northland Regional Council - Hydrology Department
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Summer internship
- Have experience in general use of WinRiver II, Hilltop, ARC GIS and Excel software
- Monitored and gauged river flows across Northland using Flow Tracker 2 and hand-pulled gauging boats along with some use of remote controlled boats
- Shadowed and assisted a range of different hydrology officers in the team across a range of tasks from site maintenance and setup to river gauging, rainfall data collection and database management
- Assisted the data science team in compiling a list of historic gauging sites across Northland and complied information on its quality and availability to be used in drought estimate reports for the region
- Spent time with the Marine Biosecurity team while they conducted monitoring for invasive seaweeds and vessel fouling operations
- Provided great insight into the work done within councils its external interactions with the public.
Machine Operator / Site Planner
Avoca Lime Co, Moerewa Site
- 01.2023
- University break work
- Machine operation
- Manual labour
- Created and implemented traffic plan and worksite safety signage for Moerewa site
- Contribution to quarry development plans for 2023 onwards involving environmental impact mitigation techniques and product quantification
- Gained significant understanding in the application of the RMA to small/medium scale businesses.
Labourer
Paradise Quarry
01.2020
- Intense manual labour
- Hazardous work environment
- Heavy machinery operation.
Cashier
Kamo Foursquare
01.2020
- Customer service
- Cash handling responsibilities
- Stock maintenance
- General manual labour.
Kitchen Staff
McDonalds Raumanga
01.2020
- Completing orders
- Food preparation / handling
- Miscellaneous cleaning duties.
Controlled Purchase Operations Programme
Northland District Health Board
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Under-18 Alcohol purchase volunteer
- Worked closely with police and NDHB staff in controlled purchase operations across Northland.
Driving range cleaner
Northland Golf Course
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Clean-up of golf balls three times per week
- Outdoor labour
- Lock-up and equipment responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Environmental Management W Minor in Marine Science
University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ06.2024
High School Diploma -
Whangarei Boys' High School
Whangarei, NZ11.2020
Skills
- Environmental Science and Processes
- Environmental Data Collection / Analysis
- Field work and Safe Machinery Operation
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Natural Resource Management
Extracurricular Roles Interests
- WBHS Volunteering Committee Member (2018/2019) and Leader (2020)
- WBHS House Captain (2020)
- YES Young Enterprise Program Northland Finalists (2020)
- Future Leaders Program (2019)
Work Capability
I am physically and mentally capable of working in many environments and comfortable in both an office and outdoors. I am aware of my abilities and am open to listening to instructions and learning how to improve myself in any aspect of my work. I currently hold a full driver's license and a level one WTR (Wheels, Tracks and Rollers) license.
References
- Josh (FourSquare manager), 6421325876
- Bryce (Avoca Lime), 021906233
- Wendy Antrobus (Northland District Health Board), 0212214013
- Allen Temple (Northland Regional Council, Hydrology Department Manager), 0274384033
Certification
Wheels Tracks and Rollers (WTR) License
Hobbies
Surfing
Gym and fitness
Art
Music
Hiking and camping
Travel
Transcript
My academic transcript can be provided upon request
Timeline
Summer Intern
Northland Regional Council - Hydrology Department
01.2023 - 01.2024
Labourer
Paradise Quarry
01.2020
Cashier
Kamo Foursquare
01.2020
Kitchen Staff
McDonalds Raumanga
01.2020
Controlled Purchase Operations Programme
Northland District Health Board
01.2018 - 01.2020
Driving range cleaner
Northland Golf Course
01.2016 - 01.2017
Machine Operator / Site Planner
Avoca Lime Co, Moerewa Site
- 01.2023
Bachelor of Applied Science - Environmental Management W Minor in Marine Science
University of Otago
High School Diploma -
Whangarei Boys' High School
Wheels Tracks and Rollers (WTR) License
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