Blake Glazebrook
Rockhampton,QLD
Summary
Hardworking Gardener skilled in designing and maintaining landscaping work for diverse customers. Well-versed in keeping business operations cost-effective and customer satisfaction high. Effectively used power tools and equipment to maintain healthy plants. History of working alone or with performance-oriented team to complete more than 40 weekly jobs.
Hardworking professional with impressive skills in horticulture and landscaping. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction. Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaping Crew Leader
PLANTABILITY CONSTRUCTIONS
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Operated varied types of lawn care vehicles, following safety protocols to prevent accidents.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Trained and supervised junior lawn care assistants to improve quality of team output.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained and serviced lawn care equipment to enhance longevity.
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing valuable knowledge and expertise in lawn care techniques.
- Improved efficiency by effectively managing time spent on each job site while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols during all lawn care activities.
- Safely applied fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides according to company guidelines and industry standards to ensure environmental compliance.
- Assisted in the design and installation of landscape features such as flower beds, hardscapes, and irrigation systems to enhance curb appeal.
LABOURER
PURPLE PATCH SERVICES
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Boosted curb appeal by keeping lawns well-manicured through mowing, edging, and trimming services.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient lawn care services tailored to individual needs.
GARDENER
ROCKHAMPTON REGIONAL COUNCIL
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and pest control measures.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Boosted curb appeal by keeping lawns well-manicured through mowing, edging, and trimming services.
- Maximized plant health with customized fertilization programs tailored to specific nutrient needs of various plant species.
- Streamlined garden maintenance processes by organizing tools and equipment efficiently for daily use.
- Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide customers with accurate and constructive information.
- Monitored weather and soil conditions by checking for moisture and ph levels and adjusting watering and fertilizing.
- Determined appropriate pesticides and herbicides, applying appropriately to protect plants.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to company safety protocols and maintaining well-organized workspaces.
- Ensured seasonal interest in gardens by selecting diverse plant varieties that bloom at different times throughout the year.
Education
Certificate II HORTICULTURE - Horticultural Services
TAFE QUEENSLAND
Rockhampton, QLD02.2021
No Degree - N/A
EMMAUS COLLEGE
Rockhampton, QLD2007
Skills
- Horticultural Knowledge
- Irrigation Systems
- Customer Service
- Using hand tools
- Strong Work Ethic
- Maintaining equipment
- Jobsite Safety
- Physically Fit
- Residential Landscaping
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Machine Safety Practices
- Equipment Maintenance
- Pruning and hedging
- Plant Maintenance
- Crew Leadership
- Worksite safety
- Chemical Application
- Tree and Shrub Planting
Additional Information
QUALIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATE 11 HORTICULTURE
WHITE CARD IN CONSTRUCTION
OPEN C CLASS DRIVERS LICENSE
ACDC LICENSE
Timeline
Landscaping Crew Leader
PLANTABILITY CONSTRUCTIONS
10.2023 - 05.2024
LABOURER
PURPLE PATCH SERVICES
04.2022 - 09.2023
GARDENER
ROCKHAMPTON REGIONAL COUNCIL
02.2020 - 02.2022
Certificate II HORTICULTURE - Horticultural Services
TAFE QUEENSLAND
No Degree - N/A
EMMAUS COLLEGE
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