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Surfing ,Motorbike riding,Bush walking
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Christopher Challen

Wollongong ,Helensburgh,NSW

Summary

Head Gardener[Director] with a proven track record at ECA Gardening and Maintenance PTY LTD, enhancing garden aesthetics and ecosystem health through expert pruning and pest control. Mentored staff at Jetstar Airways, revolutionizing safety training and boosting productivity by 30%. Skilled in garden restoration and client communication, demonstrating reliability and a commitment to excellence. 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 75 weekly jobs.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Gardener

Director.ECA Gardnening and Maintenance PTY LTD
05.2018 - Current
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and pest control measures.
  • Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Mowing and edging lawns on a regular basis

Ramp Trainer

Jetstar Airways,Qantas Sydney Airport
07.2004 - 05.2018
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
  • Revolutionized safety training, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
  • Signing off on skilled employees

Baggage Handler

Aero Care Sydney Airport
03.2001 - 04.2004
  • Proactively identified potential problems or errors in the baggage handling process, taking corrective action when necessary.
  • Improved baggage handling efficiency by streamlining loading and unloading processes.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of cargo from aircraft, maintaining proper weight distribution for safe flight operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient transfer of luggage between flights.
  • Maintained clear communication with colleagues, supervisors, and airline staff to coordinate seamless baggage services.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate baggage delivery to claim areas.

Shop Manager

La Nita Liquors
01.1999 - 02.2001
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing proper safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal product availability, resulting in fewer stockouts and increased sales.

Education

No Degree - P.A Apprenticeship Electrical Trades

St George TECHNICAL College
Sydney, NSW
01.1989

Skills

  • Garden maintenance
  • Client Communication
  • Garden Restoration
  • Reliability
  • Pruning Techniques
  • Pest Control
  • Time Management
  • Tree trimming and cutting branches
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Tree Removal
  • Mowing and edging

Surfing ,Motorbike riding,Bush walking

I enjoy surfing ,motorcycle riding on or off road.


Discovering new places bush walking.

Languages

Indonesian
Limited Working

Timeline

Head Gardener

Director.ECA Gardnening and Maintenance PTY LTD
05.2018 - Current

Ramp Trainer

Jetstar Airways,Qantas Sydney Airport
07.2004 - 05.2018

Baggage Handler

Aero Care Sydney Airport
03.2001 - 04.2004

Shop Manager

La Nita Liquors
01.1999 - 02.2001

No Degree - P.A Apprenticeship Electrical Trades

St George TECHNICAL College

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