Alexis Smith is seeking a position that utilizes research, communication, and customer service skills gained through experience as an environmental researcher and survey worker. Education includes a BSc in Geography and Environmental Studies as well as qualifications in domestic energy assessment. Work history demonstrates the ability to independently conduct surveys, analyze data, and advise the public on environmental issues through various contract roles with local councils and market research companies.

1. Alexis Jonathan Smith
81 Rochdale Rd, Middleton, Manchester M24 2PT
0161 643 6750 / 07592 726980 / 07541 189230
ajsmith2697181@yahoo.co.uk / disposable1923jobs32@yahoo.co.uk
Personal Profile
I am a reliable and hard-working individual with several years’ experience as a researcher and survey
worker. I possess excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to work within a
team as well as independently and am patient, methodical, analytical and organised with a keen eye
for detail. I have the ability to remain calm under pressure and work to targets with good I.T. and time
management skills. I am seeking an opportunity to use these skills to their full potential.
I have no family ties and am willing to relocate. I have successfully completed approximately twenty
Market Research Contracts.
Key Skills
• Excellent research and investigative skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Able to work effectively independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent administrative skills.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of a wide range of environmental issues.
• Very sociable and able to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Polite, patient and diplomatic manner but determined and persistent when required and able to
deal effectively with difficult people.
• Excellent numerical skills.
• Excellent I.T. skills and extensive experience of using Internet, Email, Word, Excel software
and PDAs.
• Full clean driving licence.
Education/Training & Qualifications
Pyramid Associates – City and Guilds Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment.
University of Northumbria - Pg.Dip Environmental Monitoring and Control.
University of Liverpool - BSc Hons Geography and Environmental Studies.
Queen Elizabeth’s High School - Attained 8 GCSEs, 3 A Levels.
Work Experience
Various contracts throughout Greater Manchester and Merseyside for local councils, waste
companies and market research companies
Environmental Researcher/Survey Worker
• Promoting energy efficiency/waste recycling and offering related advice to residents
throughout Greater Manchester and Merseyside.
• Liaising with Environmental/Recycling Officers.
• Carrying out surveys and collecting data.
• Recording data and inputting onto spreadsheets.
• Analysing data for feedback sessions.

2. • Supervising a team of researchers.
• Planning and organising daily routes.
Rochdale Boroughwide Housing
Area Development Officer
• Dealing with tenants’ queries over the phone or by email.
• Resolving complaints or referring them to relevant person.
• Liaising between tenants and contractors.
• Inputting and updating data.
• Typing up letters for postbag.
• Numerical and alphabetical filing.
Bolton Wise - Volunteer Information, Advice and Guidance Worker
• Advised clients about jobs, education and training opportunities. Also provided help with CV
writing.
Manchester Environmental Resource Centre Initiative - Environmental Researcher
• Researching information on the development of hydrogen as an environmentally friendly fuel.
• Cataloging and summarising information.
• General administration duties and typing letters for postbag.
• Dealing with customers on the phone or by email.
Groundwork Oldham and Rochdale
Volunteer Energy Advisor providing help and advice to Oldham residents on Energy Efficiency
Administration Assistant – Environment Business Section
Participated in Prince’s Trust Volunteer Programme
Oldham Museum and Art Gallery - Gallery Assistant
• Worked in the shop and galleries providing help and information for visitors.
Greater Manchester Geological Unit - Technical Assistant
• Worked in office administration, research and on-site technical support.
Wilkinson’s Home and garden Store, Middleton, Manchester – Customer Service Assistant
• Worked in DIY/Electrical Section replenishing stock and helping customers.
Acer Environmental - Environmental Assistant
• Based in the Land Regeneration Section assisting with the preparation of reports, analysis of
test data and site investigations/research.
Sefton MBC - Environmental Auditor
• Carried out review of the Environmental Health Department’s environmental impact based on
its Energy/Water consumption, Transport Usage, Waste/Pollution and Purchasing. Wrote a
report based on my findings recommending positive ways to reduce this impact.
Interests & Hobbies

3. I enjoy watching and playing sports, travelling, visiting museums and galleries, cinema, theatre and
concerts. I was a member and treasurer of Badminton Club at University. I am interested in
environmental issues, science, technology, current affairs and social issues.
References are available on request