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Joseph Dobson

Belivah,QLD

Summary

Professional landscape gardening expert prepared to deliver exceptional outdoor spaces. Strong in plant care, design, and maintenance with focus on sustainable practices. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and results-driven. Skilled in using various landscaping tools and techniques, valued for reliability and creativity.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscape Contractor

Self-employeed
07.2021 - 09.2025


  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
  • Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
  • Advised property owners on appropriate types of plants for specific soil and landscape.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of grass, flowers and foliage.
  • Provided soil aeration, seeding, fertilization and weed control.
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
  • Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs, ensuring safe and functional environments.
  • Operated high-pressure cleaning equipment to remove dirt and grime from various surfaces.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Cultivated relationships with vendors and clients to foster long-term partnerships.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for service delivery, ensuring timely completion of projects.

Crowd Controller

Manhatten Club
08.2020 - 05.2023
  • Ejected unruly patrons from premises.
  • Closed and securely locked gates and doors at end of each event.
  • Patrolled exterior and interior of premises.
  • Monitored, guarded and patrolled premises to prevent infractions of rules, theft and violence.
  • Secured entrances and exits by maintaining physical presence and carefully monitoring CCTV.
  • Monitored crowd behaviour to ensure safety and compliance with venue regulations.
  • Trained new staff on crowd management techniques and emergency response protocols.
  • Coordinated entry and exit procedures to facilitate smooth patron flow during events.

Landscape Laborer

ELGM Group
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with senior leaders to support landscaping projects, including quality paving, digging, concrete mixing, garden edging and planting.
  • Reduced safety issues by cleaning all construction areas to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Collected and removed debris at each job site.
  • Illustrated landscaping skills by planting turf, trees and shrubs.
  • Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
  • Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
  • Learned diverse construction trades skills, including basic carpentry, concreting and masonry.
  • Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
  • Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.

Education

Certificate 3 - Landscape Construction

TAFE Queensland Ashmore
Ashmore, QLD
12.2019

Certificate 3 - Security Operations

RAM Training Services
Southport, QLD
2017

Certificate 2 - Security Operations

Complex Institute of Education - Melbourne Campus
Melbourne, VIC
2013

NVQ1 - Carpentry & Joinery

Abingdon & Witney College: Abingdon Campus
England
2007

Skills

  • Site setup
  • Constructing retaining walls
  • Effective drainage solutions
  • Pavement installation expertise
  • Block construction proficiency
  • Proficient in concrete applications
  • Knowledge of timber applications
  • Metalworking proficiency
  • Proficient in forklift operation
  • Handling heavy materials
  • Safety management
  • Workplace safety awareness
  • Efficient loading and unloading
  • Experienced with gardening machinery

Certification

  • White Card
  • Australian Drivers License
  • Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Provide First Aid
  • Police Certificate
  • Disability Worker's Screening Card
  • Covid 19 Infection Control Certificate
  • NDIS Worker's Certificate

Timeline

Landscape Contractor

Self-employeed
07.2021 - 09.2025

Crowd Controller

Manhatten Club
08.2020 - 05.2023

Landscape Laborer

ELGM Group
08.2020 - 07.2021

Certificate 3 - Landscape Construction

TAFE Queensland Ashmore

Certificate 3 - Security Operations

RAM Training Services

Certificate 2 - Security Operations

Complex Institute of Education - Melbourne Campus

NVQ1 - Carpentry & Joinery

Abingdon & Witney College: Abingdon Campus

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