Benjamin Kirchert
Frankston,Australia
Summary
I am a highly motivated and dependable person who thrives in a team environment. I pride myself on having an efficient and organised work ethic, coupled with a passion for learning makes me an adaptable and versatile employee with a can do attitude. Leading and developing a team within a high paced and demanding industry, I’ve continued to improve and evolve my leadership skills, with a fine attention to detail. Preparing and executing workloads in a safe and timely manner for prominent clients such as JLL, KnightFrank, Walker, John Holland, Victorian desalination Plant and the city of greater Geelong to name a few. I bring team experience with a positive attitude towards safety in any working environment, and am always willing to go above and beyond to satisfy clients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Garden Maintenance Supervisor
Fytogreen
03.2021 - Current
- Site supervisor for daily operations, ensuring high standards of garden maintenance, EWP access work, safety procedures and efficiency across many prestigious sites in Victoria.
- Analyzed maintenance processes, recommending improvements to enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Maintained safety standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Supervised the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems that ensured consistent water supply throughout the gardens.
- Improved the environmental conditions of green walls to promote healthy microbiome, using products like humic acids, fulvic acids and cannazym treatments.
- Improved team productivity by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Collaborated with clients to develop customised garden designs tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
- Ensured healthy plant growth with proper pruning, fertilising, ph monitoring and implementing seasonal irrigation programs.
- Continuously expanded horticultural knowledge through professional development opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices.
- Oversaw and monitored online irrigation for over 100 sites across Victoria, implementing seasonal changes and tailored programs for specific sites, using galcon, hunter, hydrawise and centraulus.
- Oversaw the maintenance, irrigation programming, weed and pest control and fertilisation of the desalination plant in Wonthaggi.
- Assisted in hiring new team members as needed, training them on company policies, safety procedures, irrigation repairs, machinery and other technical aspects related to garden care and services.
- Managed supply inventory and assigned replenishment to team members.
- Educated clients on proper lawn and plant care, giving details on appropriate irrigation programming and fertilisation.
- Enforced safety protocols for projects to minimise equipment accidents and personnel injuries.
- Kept accurate and up-to-date records of scheduled tasks, tools and material inventory to maintain gardens and track progress.
- Coordinated special projects such as landscape renovations or new garden installations, ensuring smooth execution and client satisfaction.
- Reduced costs by implementing fertilisation techniques that mimic the plants natural environment, and cut down on synthetic fertiliser costs, leading to healthier, stronger plants that require less maintenance.
- Implemented preventive measures for pest control, minimizing damage to plants and gardens while adhering to environmental regulations.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Operated EWP machinery such as booms, scissor lifts and BMU’s to ensure efficient production flow and maintain safety standards.
- Promoted a culture of safety adherence when working at heights during installations or repairs using proper PPE, harness and fall arrest systems.
- Implemented traffic control plans, enhancing site compliance with safety regulations.
- Worked on a variety of different sites across Victoria such as schools, hospitals, hotels, corporate tenancy, apartment buildings and high end residential properties.
Groundskeeper
Citywide Waste Services
08.2011 - Current
- Installed and maintained landscapes at sporting grounds and parks.
- Mulched gardens, turf installation and curated wickets.
- Repaired equipment and machinery.
- Safe and efficient operation of mowers, tractors, trucks and rollers.
- Serviced and managed high profile parks, botanical gardens and sporting fields.
- Acquired traffic management qualification.
- Completed accredited first aid course.
- Completed chemical users and spray course.
- Educated employees and members of the public on plant biology and health.
- Prepared and maintained the ground at Port Melbourne Football Club.
- Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships.
- Trained and developed new staff members under safe guidance and procedure.
Private Investigator
Vic Covert
12.2014 - 09.2015
- Collected, verified and compiled facts to initiate valid case files.
- Performed undercover work, when necessary.
- Set up both auditory and visual monitoring and recording devices.
- Conducted surveillance for up to 12 hours at a time.
- Collected and organised all surveillance data and information to protect client possessions and privacy.
- Delivered accurate verbal, written and video reports to company personnel.
Barback
Australasia
07.2012 - 12.2012
- Developed knowledge about products and sales items to answer customer's questions.
- Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Verified all deliveries against invoices and completed shortage and overage reports.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders.
- Attentively served between 300 – 500 guests per shift at a 130-seat restaurant, bar and late lounge establishment.
- Handled money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits.
- Washed and disinfected kitchen area, floors, tables, tools, knives and equipment.
Fry Cook
McDonald's Berwick
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Co-operated efficiently and effectively in a team environment.
- Upholded standards of cleanliness, food handling and safety.
- Stocking of inventory and supplies.
- Performed waste management duties by ensuring garbage was properly and safely disposed of.
Education
MAR 2021
Construction Training Group PTY LTD (21396)
Rowville, VICNo Degree - SEP 2022
Construction Training Group PTY LTD (21396)
Rowville, VICNo Degree - SEP 2024
Pinnacle Height Safety PTY LTD (40496)
Port Melbourne, VICNo Degree - Traffic Control OCT 2022
Pinnacle Safety And Training
Port Melbourne, VICNo Degree - First Aid DEC 2024
ALLENS TRAINING PTY LTD (90909)
Multiple Locations Chemical Users and Handling Cert III - undefined
Arbortrim Training and Consultancy
01.2018
Investigative Services Cert III - undefined
Australian Security Academy
01.2014
VCE year 12 graduate - undefined
Beaconhills College
Pakenham, Victoria01.2010
Skills
- MR truck licence
- Working with children’s card
- Traffic control
- High risk licence (boom over 11m)
- White card
- Height safety equipment inspection
- Team orientated
- Social, customer and communication skills
- Machinery, tools and equipment experience
- Management experience
- Punctual and reliable
- Safety comes first attitude
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn
- Enjoy responsibilities and leadership roles
Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy sporting activities such as tennis and football. Developing and supporting a start up business. Socialising with friends and family is also important for me to live a healthy work life balance.
References
Phoebe Hansford 0403 491 204 Fytogreen
Ed Wallis 0417 049 933 hottie.co founder.
Timeline
Garden Maintenance Supervisor
Fytogreen
03.2021 - Current
Private Investigator
Vic Covert
12.2014 - 09.2015
Barback
Australasia
07.2012 - 12.2012
Groundskeeper
Citywide Waste Services
08.2011 - Current
Fry Cook
McDonald's Berwick
01.2007 - 01.2008
Chemical Users and Handling Cert III - undefined
Arbortrim Training and Consultancy
Investigative Services Cert III - undefined
Australian Security Academy
VCE year 12 graduate - undefined
Beaconhills College
MAR 2021
Construction Training Group PTY LTD (21396)
No Degree - SEP 2022
Construction Training Group PTY LTD (21396)
No Degree - SEP 2024
Pinnacle Height Safety PTY LTD (40496)
No Degree - Traffic Control OCT 2022
Pinnacle Safety And Training
No Degree - First Aid DEC 2024
ALLENS TRAINING PTY LTD (90909)