Carys Williams Email and Phone Number

I was responsible for the health and safety of my team, including reviewing and writing risk assessments, ensuring the first aid boxes are correct and refilled, ensuring staff and volunteer training, and providing the correct PPE. I worked with HR recruiting two seasonal interns by selecting the hiring criteria, reviewing applications and conducting interviews. Duty manager tasks - responsible for opening and locking up the visitor centre, the security onsite, general cleanliness of the… Show more I was responsible for the health and safety of my team, including reviewing and writing risk assessments, ensuring the first aid boxes are correct and refilled, ensuring staff and volunteer training, and providing the correct PPE. I worked with HR recruiting two seasonal interns by selecting the hiring criteria, reviewing applications and conducting interviews. Duty manager tasks - responsible for opening and locking up the visitor centre, the security onsite, general cleanliness of the building, responsible for all cash handling on the premises and the health and safety for all staff, volunteers and visitors, including food hygiene standards within the Cafe. Dealt with admissions, customer enquiries, and membership sales. During busy periods and events, I also helped out in the Cafe serving customers, cooking and barista. Managed a budget, and was responsible for using the internal finance system (eFinance), invoicing and applying for funding including Welsh government agri-environment schemes (Rural Payments Wales). Worked with stakeholders, notably, Carmarthenshire Bird Club, Carmarthenshire Nature Partnership and Carmarthenshire Wildfowlers Association. Supported and facilitated scientific surveys completed by local ecologists, Bumblebee Conservation Trust, BSBI members, CABI and Swansea University.Worked with external contractors to complete practical management of the reserve, including cutting and collecting and hedge flailing. Planned and executed events, including a BioBlitz, High Tide watch, Willow wreath and Willow sculpture workshop utilising the cut willow from the reserve, monthly Walk with a Warden events and facilitated many Carmarthenshire Bird Club indoor meetings including their AGM. Show less

Responsible for digitising paper records and importing biological records into the Recorder 6 database, following data procedures in line with WWBIC policy, including validation, verification, and duplicate checking using GIS mapping software.Organised events and talks to encourage the public to engage with citizen science and biological recording through the LERC Wales app and WWBIC online. Worked with county recorders, recording groups and conservation charities.Responsible for… Show more Responsible for digitising paper records and importing biological records into the Recorder 6 database, following data procedures in line with WWBIC policy, including validation, verification, and duplicate checking using GIS mapping software.Organised events and talks to encourage the public to engage with citizen science and biological recording through the LERC Wales app and WWBIC online. Worked with county recorders, recording groups and conservation charities.Responsible for company social media and website.Represented WWBIC and LERC Wales at external events and conferences. Show less

Habitat creation and management including hedge laying - power tool use (Brush-cutter, Hedge cutter, leaf blower, electric and petrol drill, wave machine weed control), use of hand tools and herbicide use (PA1 And PA6W accredited)ATV trainedSurvey methodology: Waterfowl (WeBS, daily counts); passerines (Breeding Birds survey, daily counts, Nest box survey); NAARS reptile survey; UKBMS butterfly survey; moth biodiversity counts; dragonfly and damselfly surveys; mammals (mink, otter and… Show more Habitat creation and management including hedge laying - power tool use (Brush-cutter, Hedge cutter, leaf blower, electric and petrol drill, wave machine weed control), use of hand tools and herbicide use (PA1 And PA6W accredited)ATV trainedSurvey methodology: Waterfowl (WeBS, daily counts); passerines (Breeding Birds survey, daily counts, Nest box survey); NAARS reptile survey; UKBMS butterfly survey; moth biodiversity counts; dragonfly and damselfly surveys; mammals (mink, otter and water vole monitoring, Longworth trapping); invasive species monitoring (Himalayan balsam, Japanese Knotweed, Crassula helmsii, Parrots feather).Data input, use of QGIS and social media useProcessing avian carcasses as per DEFRA regulations to reduce the spread of AIReviewed risk assessmentsPublic speaking and visitor engagementCare for livestock (sheep, cattle and ponies) Show less

As reserve warden I was part of a team responsible for conserving and managing the land for the benefit of local biodiversity. In the absence of the Reserve Manager I was solely responsible for the running of the reserve, safety of visitors, volunteers and intern. My public speaking and visitor engagement has greatly improved after gaining experience hosting Bird Talk Mornings, and assisting in Collection Talks, events and guided tours. Skills Learned - Power tool use… Show more As reserve warden I was part of a team responsible for conserving and managing the land for the benefit of local biodiversity. In the absence of the Reserve Manager I was solely responsible for the running of the reserve, safety of visitors, volunteers and intern. My public speaking and visitor engagement has greatly improved after gaining experience hosting Bird Talk Mornings, and assisting in Collection Talks, events and guided tours. Skills Learned - Power tool use (Brush-cutter, Hedge cutter, leaf blower, electric drill) - ATV and digger use, limited Kubota Tractor use - Use of hand tools - Herbicide use (PA1 And PA6W accredited) - Habitat creation and management - Survey methodology: Waterfowl (WeBS, daily counts, ring reading for light bellied Brent geese); passerines (Breeding Birds survey, daily counts, Nest box survey); moth biodiversity counts; dragonfly and damselfly surveys; mammals (mink, otter, badger and fox monitoring, camera trap monitoring); invasive species monitoring (Spartina anglicana, Himalayan balsam, Japanese Knotweed, Crassula helmsii, Parrots feather). - GPS and Salinity monitor use - Data input, use of QGIS and social media use - Processing avian carcasses as per DAERA regulations - Risk assessments - Public speaking and visitor engagement - Bird handling and care: assisted the Aviculture team with administrating medication, catching and feeding captive collection birds. - Attended the BTO Northern Ireland Birdwatchers Conference 2017 - St John Ambulance accredited 'Emergency First Aid at Work' training (January 2018) - Play equipment checks and maintenance - Boat use - Caring for livestock Show less

I have experience in practical conservation as an intern for WWT Llanelli. I have benefited immensely from my placement, from practicing practical maintenance skills such as building fences or habitat creation to learning to identify birds by their song. I have worked as a team of volunteers and enjoy meeting people from a variety of backgrounds. I particularly enjoyed leading guided walks, engaging with the public and giving more information on the work that was happening around the reserve… Show more I have experience in practical conservation as an intern for WWT Llanelli. I have benefited immensely from my placement, from practicing practical maintenance skills such as building fences or habitat creation to learning to identify birds by their song. I have worked as a team of volunteers and enjoy meeting people from a variety of backgrounds. I particularly enjoyed leading guided walks, engaging with the public and giving more information on the work that was happening around the reserve and its implications for wildlife. Skills Learned - Power tool use (Brush-cutter, Hedge cutter, leaf blower, electric and petrol drill, wave machine weed control) - ATV use - Use of hand tools - Hedge laying - Habitat creation and management - Survey methodology: Waterfowl (WeBS, daily counts); passerines (Breeding Birds survey, daily counts, Nest box survey); NAARS reptile survey; UKBMS butterfly survey; moth biodiversity counts; dragonfly and damselfly surveys; mammals (mink, otter and water vole monitoring, Longworth trapping); invasive species monitoring (Himalayan balsam, Japanese Knotweed, Crassula helmsii, Parrots feather). - GPS and Salinity monitor use - Data input and social media use - Processing avian carcasses as per DEFRA regulations - Risk assessments - Public speaking and visitor engagement - Teamwork and leadership - Care for livestock Show less

During my unpaid internship, I supported myself with several jobs. While working at JD, I operated effectively in a customer facing role, in a fast-moving retail environment. I was always friendly, keen and helpful; and determined to make customers happy by helping them find the perfect product for them. I was responsible for the presentation of the products and the store, and took pride in maintaining an exceptional standard for customers to enjoy. I was trained in restocking, dealing with… Show more During my unpaid internship, I supported myself with several jobs. While working at JD, I operated effectively in a customer facing role, in a fast-moving retail environment. I was always friendly, keen and helpful; and determined to make customers happy by helping them find the perfect product for them. I was responsible for the presentation of the products and the store, and took pride in maintaining an exceptional standard for customers to enjoy. I was trained in restocking, dealing with deliveries and customer online orders. Show less

Working under the general guidance of the bar manager, I assisted in the smooth running of our bar area to deliver a high standard of service and customer satisfaction. I waited tables, served drinks, restocked the bar and maintained a clean working environment whilst offering a friendly and fun atmosphere for customers. I gained online qualifications in COSHH, Basic First Aid, Food Allergens and Fire Safety.

I developed my customer service skills while serving and dealing with enquiries over the phone. My duties also included taking stock and cleaning. My ability to work with others as a team and the pressure of a busy workplace broadened my skills greatly.