Cobi Koenen
Great Western,VIC
Summary
Crew leader with 30 years of experience in parks and gardens management, specialising in safety compliance and conflict resolution. Proven track record in mentoring teams to enhance performance and ensure seamless operations. Expertise in hands-on work and effective team leadership. Committed to maintaining high standards in all aspects of park and garden works.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Crew Leader Parks & Gardens
Northern Grampians Shire Council
Stawell, Victoria
04.2007 - Current
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to maintain compliance with council standards.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts among team members, fostering a positive work environment.
- Mentored newly hired crew members to prepare each for job roles.
- Managed team members across diverse tasks during project phases, ensuring timely completion of goals.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Monitored and evaluated crew performance, offering feedback and coaching to support individual development.
- Conducted investigations of job site accidents and implemented necessary corrective actions.
Nursing Assistant
East Grampians Health Service - Day Centre
Ararat, Victoria
02.2003 - 03.2007
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to enhance residents' engagement during activities.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for the dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and a courteous environment.
- Ensured safety for patients and staff during transfers and lifts by employing proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Offered reassurance to patients while monitoring emotional states.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with a clean environment.
- Monitored changes in patient conditions to enable timely medical interventions.
Gardener
Melbourne Racing Club - Caulfield Race Course
Melbourne, Victoria
02.1998 - 06.2002
- Cultivated and nurtured flower beds to enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Pruned trees and shrubs to promote healthy growth and safety standards.
- Maintained diverse plant species throughout the Caulfield Race Course grounds.
- Operated specialised gardening tools to streamline landscape management and improve care efficiency.
- Applied weed control treatments to maintain garden health.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to uphold facility standards and ensure optimal garden condition.
- Ensured that garden maintenance tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
Education
Cert 4 - Aged & Disability Care
Federation University Australia
Ballarat, VIC01-2005
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
University of Melbourne
Burnley, VIC01-1993
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Project planning
- Employee training
- Performance evaluation
- Team building
- Task prioritisation
- Meeting participation
- Conflict resolution
- Material safety data sheets
Certification
Medium Rigid Truck License
Timeline
Crew Leader Parks & Gardens
Northern Grampians Shire Council
04.2007 - Current
Nursing Assistant
East Grampians Health Service - Day Centre
02.2003 - 03.2007
Gardener
Melbourne Racing Club - Caulfield Race Course
02.1998 - 06.2002
Cert 4 - Aged & Disability Care
Federation University Australia
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
University of Melbourne