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Joshua Bakker

Joshua Bakker

Perth,WA

Summary

Seasoned Greenkeeper with a background in maintaining golf courses and landscapes to high standards. Skills include turf management, irrigation systems knowledge, and ability to operate specialized equipment. Proven track record of improving course conditions while adhering to environmental regulations. Known for strong problem-solving skills and efficient team leadership in previous roles.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Diamond Drillers Offsider

Topdrill
Perth, WA
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assisted in the assembly, dismantling and servicing of drilling equipment.
  • Operated hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, drills and saws to complete tasks.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of materials, supplies and equipment onto trucks or trailers.
  • Maintained a safe workplace environment by adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.

Trades Assistant (contract)

Specialised Welding Australia/Implement
Perth, WA
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Operated hand tools such as drills, saws, grinders, sanders to assist tradespeople with their tasks.
  • Gathered materials and supplies needed for each job.
  • Transported materials from storage areas to work sites as required.
  • Organised materials and supplies ready for use by tradespeople.

Greenskeeper

MCL Rottnest Island
Perth, WA
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Maintained and monitored turf grass health; fertilized, aerated, and over-seeded as needed.
  • Performed routine maintenance on mowing equipment; sharpened blades and changed oil and filters.
  • Applied herbicides, pesticides, fungicides, insecticides in accordance with state regulations.
  • Conducted daily inspections of greens to identify any issues such as disease or pest infestations.

Groundsman/Greenkeeper

Various Employers
New Zealand
11.2008 - 12.2022
  • South Island based
  • Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
  • Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
  • Maintained grass, trees and shrubs on grounds by cutting, trimming, edging and pruning.
  • Cleaned up debris from grounds using rake, shovels and blowers.
  • Operated tractors, mowers and other power equipment to maintain grounds.
  • Performed regular maintenance and repair on irrigation systems to ensure efficient operation.
  • Inspected sprinkler heads, valves, and pipes for proper functioning and identified any problems or needed repairs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southland Boys High School
Invercargill
12-2008

Skills

  • Diligent
  • Reliable
  • Hard-working
  • Strong
  • Physically fit
  • Organisational skills
  • Motivated
  • Willing to learn
  • Adaptable
  • Teamwork
  • Friendly
  • Approachable
  • Patient
  • Safety trained
  • Workplace safety

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Diamond Drillers Offsider

Topdrill
08.2024 - 11.2024

Trades Assistant (contract)

Specialised Welding Australia/Implement
01.2024 - 08.2024

Greenskeeper

MCL Rottnest Island
01.2023 - 12.2023

Groundsman/Greenkeeper

Various Employers
11.2008 - 12.2022

High School Diploma -

Southland Boys High School

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