Haiden Bush
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Business-minded Landscape Supervisor with 14 plus years of experience merging financial landscape contracts with people-first approach to customers and staff. Implements innovative technologies, personalized consultations and manageable work goals to increase customer satisfaction while meeting business deadlines. Regularly offers insight to new and experienced employees to foster creative growth in plant design.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support/Community Support Worker
Furry Favours
03.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
- Enlisted support of volunteers and collaborated with businesses and community groups.
- Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.
Business Owner/Operator Landscaping
Out Here Landscapes
Canberra , ACT
08.2019 - Current
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Adhered to regulatory and policy changes and made necessary adjustments to maintain overall success.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Complied with safety protocols and enforced proper equipment and material usage.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Skilled Tradesman
Ace Kerb Landscaping
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Civil Tradesman/Foreman
Complete Turf And Landscaping
Canberra , ACT
09.2016 - 09.2019
- Provided quality control while eliminating downtime to maximize revenue.
- Broad knowledge of horticulture and the growing conditions that are required
- Effective time management skills gained through managing projects in the past
- Monitored inventory, machines, tools and equipment to reduce project delays.
- Communicated safe methods and procedures to accomplish construction tasks and delivered safety training classes.
- Managed commercial construction projects by working effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, engineers and architects.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
- Maintained safety protocols while ensuring cost-effective and safe handling of all equipment and materials.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Verified that team members wore personal protective equipment in construction areas.
Bar Security
Yass Royal Hotel
06.2016 - 06.2019
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Apprentice Landscaper
Wren Horticulture Services
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
- Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
- Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Managed and coordinated installation of complex landscaping projects.
- Researched and identified appropriate plants and materials for landscaping projects.
Bartender
Yass Royal Hotel
12.2013 - 01.2018
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Swimming teacher
Bush Swimming School
11.2012 - 06.2016
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
Landscape Gardener
Beautiful Gardens Landscape/Gardens
01.2009 - 09.2014
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
Stockman
Corner Convenience Store
01.2007 - 03.2010
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
Education
Higher School -
Yass High School, Certifi
Certificate III, Landscape Construction - undefined
Canberra Institute of Technology
2017
Skills
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Job Site Supervision
- Landscape Planning
- Project Coordination
- Work Site Preparation
- Subcontractor Management
- Business Administration
- Site Layout
- Strategic Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Commercial Landscaping
- Quotes and Sales
Certification
- Certified cert. lll Landscape Construction
- Certified cert. lll Landscape Horticulturalists
Timeline
Support/Community Support Worker
Furry Favours
03.2023 - Current
Skilled Tradesman
Ace Kerb Landscaping
09.2019 - 11.2019
Business Owner/Operator Landscaping
Out Here Landscapes
08.2019 - Current
Civil Tradesman/Foreman
Complete Turf And Landscaping
09.2016 - 09.2019
Bar Security
Yass Royal Hotel
06.2016 - 06.2019
Apprentice Landscaper
Wren Horticulture Services
10.2014 - 06.2018
Bartender
Yass Royal Hotel
12.2013 - 01.2018
Swimming teacher
Bush Swimming School
11.2012 - 06.2016
Landscape Gardener
Beautiful Gardens Landscape/Gardens
01.2009 - 09.2014
Stockman
Corner Convenience Store
01.2007 - 03.2010
Higher School -
Yass High School, Certifi
Certificate III, Landscape Construction - undefined
Canberra Institute of Technology
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