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Donald Dimmock

Malanda,QLD

Summary

Able to operate any type of machinery eg excavators, skid steer loader, I have a HR liecence.

Great knowledge of weed eradication. High priority on OH&S.. good people person person . Good problem solver

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Groundsman Supervisor

Crocodile Hotel. Jabiru

Handyman

Numerous Employers

Every few years I'll go off and do something different to gardening. Where it be truck driving or working at Sydney airport. Something I just need a break from the normal and I know this is something I would enjoy

Gardener/groundsman

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park
07.2023 - 07.2025

Groundsman at park .

Designing new gardens and choosing indigenous plants to the region.

Mowing

Weed control both manually and chemically

Maintenance of cabins and camp sites

Repair and installation of irrigation

Safety reports

Use of tractor with backhoe

Repairing small engines

Trimming and felling dangerous trees and branches

Teaching backpacker how to use equipment in a safemanner

Horticulture /landscaper

Auburn Municipal Council .sydney
02.1989 - 07.2010
  • Operated landscaping equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency during maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained tools and equipment, optimizing performance through regular inspections and servicing
  • Worked on council tree truck using mulcher . Truck mounted cherry picker. Groundsman labour
  • Collaborated with team members to complete landscaping projects within set timelines and quality standards.
  • Implemented effective weed control measures, improving overall landscape health and appearance.
  • Monitored irrigation systems to ensure proper water distribution for plant vitality.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for landscaping techniques and equipment usage.
  • Developed seasonal maintenance plans tailored to specific client needs and environmental conditions.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Conducted regular site visits to monitor progress on ongoing projects ensuring adherence to established timelines.
  • Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections
  • Traing apprentices
  • Spend 2 years bush generating areas of a local creek that ran through our district which included clearing off weed infested section .weed control measures both chemically and manually
  • Supervising"work for the dole" participants ranging from 5 to 10 youths at a time

Education

Stage 1 Aboracultute -

Padstow Tafe
Sydney, NSW

Trade Certificate In Landscaping - Horticulture

Padstow Tafe
Padstow, NSW

Trade Greenkeeping

Ryde
Sydney, NSW

Timeline

Gardener/groundsman

Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park
07.2023 - 07.2025

Horticulture /landscaper

Auburn Municipal Council .sydney
02.1989 - 07.2010

Groundsman Supervisor

Crocodile Hotel. Jabiru

Handyman

Numerous Employers

Stage 1 Aboracultute -

Padstow Tafe

Trade Certificate In Landscaping - Horticulture

Padstow Tafe

Trade Greenkeeping

Ryde
Donald Dimmock