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Overview
Work History
Education
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Painting, Gardening and Travelling
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Jonathan Clayton-Smith

Flaxton QLD

Summary

Hardworking with a diverse skill set. I have worked majority of my life as a landscaper and grounds men. I have also worked as a general labourer with a plumber and floor layer to diversify my skills. I am quiet, friendly and very hard working. I really enjoy being outdoors in nature.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Floor Layer

JM Flooring
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Followed OCHS in different environments I would work in such as schools, hospitals, kindergartens, shopping centres, banks.
  • Maintained excellent and professional communication with customers other tradesmen.
  • Installed hardwood, laminate and vinyl flooring for multiple residential and commercial clients.
  • Utilized saws, nail guns and routers to safely complete flooring installation projects.
  • Swept, scraped, and chipped dirt and irregularities from base surfaces and filled cracks with cement and putty to form smooth foundation.
  • Professionally sanded and sealed floors to complete installation process.
  • Took measurements and studied floor sketches to calculate area to be floored and amount of materials needed.

Landscaper & Labourer

Scott Verrall Services
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
  • Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
  • Researched and identified appropriate plants and materials for landscaping projects.
  • Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals on projects to complete large jobs and meet strict deadlines.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.

Riverbend Renmark Caravan Park

The Edwards Group
02.2015 - 02.2018
  • Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Complied with safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries on job sites.
  • Trimmed trees, bushes and shrubs to keep vegetation aesthetically pleasing.
  • Loaded and unloaded landscaping equipment and materials safely.
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
  • Performed regular watering and fertilizing of lawns, trees and shrubs to promote healthy vegetation growth.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
  • Exceeded expectations for park with strong focus on progression.
  • Developed and managed capital construction and site rehabilitation and developed priorities for project funding.
  • Worked with staff to prepare park venues to meet requirements for various competitions.

Landscaper

The Groundsmen
04.2005 - 02.2015
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Managed and coordinated installation of complex landscaping projects.
  • Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
  • Created and maintained detailed records of landscaping projects for future reference.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
  • Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
  • Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.

Education

High School -

Marden Secondary School
11.2002

High School -

Charles Campbell Secondary School
Campbelltown, SA
12.1998

Skills

    Landscaping

    Lawn Mowing

    Whipper Snipping

    Paving

    Retaining Walls

    Irrigation

    Painting

    Minor Concreting

    Minor Plumbing Work

    Rubbish Removal

    Planting of trees

    Installation of turf

Additional Information

To whom it may concern,


I would like to apply for the position - Groundsmen at Immanuel College Buderim.


I am moving to Flaxton QLD from Adelaide SA. I begin studying fulltime in October, I will undertake study for 5 years. I am looking for a casual / part time long term position I can work in conjunction with my study. Majority of my study is done online so I am flexible with work hours and days.


I am physically fit and strong and ready to work.


I look forward to speaking to you further.


Jonathan Clayton-Smith


Painting, Gardening and Travelling

In my spare time, I enjoy painting, travelling and being in nature.

Timeline

Floor Layer

JM Flooring
01.2021 - 08.2023

Landscaper & Labourer

Scott Verrall Services
01.2019 - 12.2021

Riverbend Renmark Caravan Park

The Edwards Group
02.2015 - 02.2018

Landscaper

The Groundsmen
04.2005 - 02.2015

High School -

Marden Secondary School

High School -

Charles Campbell Secondary School

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