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Chris Edwards

Mernda,VIC

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in urban cleanliness and horticulture, notably with Moonee Valley City Council and gardening companies. Excelled in emergency cleanups and all aspects of horticulture demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and reliability. Proven leadership in supervising teams, ensuring safety, and enhancing environmental aesthetics. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and fostering teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and urban beautification. Some of my other skills are LS bobcat license, forklift license and numerous other courses in these fields

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Street Sweeper Operator/ Cleansing Officer

Moonee Valley City Council
05.2016 - Current
  • Participated in emergency cleanup efforts following natural disasters or other events resulting in significant debris accumulation on city streets.
  • Exhibited strong attention to detail in identifying areas requiring additional cleaning or maintenance efforts.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale cleaning projects in a timely manner.
  • Ensured proper functioning of street sweeper equipment by performing daily inspections and routine maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained safe driving practices while operating heavy machinery, ensuring public safety and minimizing accidents.
  • Contributed to a cleaner urban environment through diligent removal of trash, leaves, and other debris from streets.

Leading Hand Gardener

Associated Outdoor Services
01.2012 - 03.2016
  • Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
  • Promoted safety awareness among the workforce, leading to reduced incidents and accidents on site.
  • Coordinated project resources, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality standards.

• Duties include landscaping and maintenance of parks and gardens for city of Hume as well as all other aspects of horticulture

Ride on Mower Operator

Associated Outdoor Services
07.2010 - 01.2012
  • Managed inventory levels of essential supplies and replacement parts to ensure minimal downtime due to equipment issues.
  • Expanded service offerings to include additional landscaping tasks such as trimming, edging, and mulching when required by clients or projects.
  • Assisted with training new Mower Operators, sharing expertise in equipment use and industry standards to increase team competency levels.
  • Completed large-scale mowing projects within tight deadlines, ensuring client expectations were met or exceeded.
  • Enhanced lawn quality by performing precise mowing operations and consistent maintenance routines.

Head Gardener for All Kangan Batman TAFE Campuses

International Service Solutions
01.2008 - 12.2009

• Based at Broadmeadows campus and servicing all other campuses in Melbourne as supervisor overseeing two other staff. some of the duties included propagation and maintenance of plants, high profile mowing, care of indoor plants and a variety of other horticulture jobs.

Gardener Supervisor

International Service Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2008

• Driving and working from HR truck carrying two large Ride on mowers a varst array of hand and power tools and Work crew duties include landscaping mowing and gardening at sports grounds corporate facilities road reserves and freeways

Gardener High Profile Sites

International Service Solutions
04.2006 - 12.2007

• Working from ute and trailer mowing gardening and landscaping of high profile sites around Melbourne.including funeral homes, chemical factories ,corporate sites,Toyota Australia manufacturing plant, head office and Work at the president of Toyota Australia’s private home plus much more

Apprentice Certificate 111 in Horticulture

Apprenticeships Plus
11.2003 - 12.2005
  • Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
  • Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.

• Contracted to city of whittlesea and city of Hume completing all aspects of horticulture

Education

Cert 11 Horticulture. Cert 11 Automotive

Hillcrest Secondary College
11.2003

Skills

  • Teamwork orientation
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Stress Tolerance
  • First Aid Training
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability
  • Professionalism

Timeline

Street Sweeper Operator/ Cleansing Officer

Moonee Valley City Council
05.2016 - Current

Leading Hand Gardener

Associated Outdoor Services
01.2012 - 03.2016

Ride on Mower Operator

Associated Outdoor Services
07.2010 - 01.2012

Head Gardener for All Kangan Batman TAFE Campuses

International Service Solutions
01.2008 - 12.2009

Gardener Supervisor

International Service Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2008

Gardener High Profile Sites

International Service Solutions
04.2006 - 12.2007

Apprentice Certificate 111 in Horticulture

Apprenticeships Plus
11.2003 - 12.2005

Cert 11 Horticulture. Cert 11 Automotive

Hillcrest Secondary College
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