Loren Wood
Seven Hills,NSW
Summary
Hardworking Turf Manager offering 27 years experience in the Turf/Horticulture industry. With the ability to lead a grounds team whilst maintaining a hands on role which provides the necessary framework for superior results.
Adept at controlling costs, enhancing golf course grounds and maintaining efficient operations. Excellent customer service and communication skills with a collaborative nature and strong attention to detail.
Skilled in all facets of Turf Management; including golf course maintenance and scheduling, the development of nutrition and pesticide program's, golf course construction and the knowledge of effective irrigation principles and application.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Killara Golf Club
03.2024 - Current
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety training sessions for staff members, fostering a safe working environment.
- Supervised daily operations of maintenance staff, ensuring high-quality workmanship and efficient task completion.
- Assisted in budget development for course maintenance, resulting in cost-effective resource allocation.
- Increased staff efficiency by implementing effective scheduling and task delegation methods, boosting overall productivity.
- Collaborated with the Golf Course Superintendent to develop long-term improvement plans for the facility.
Landscape Manager
Dream Stone Landscapes
09.2018 - Current
- Owner and manager of a Landscape construction and maintenance business.
- Understanding business management from engaging potential clients, quoting, delivering projects on budget and working to set timeframes.
- Specialising in residential and commercial landscapes, providing quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
- Leading and understanding the requirements and resposibility of environmental management and workplace health & safety.
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Killara Golf Club
05.2005 - 09.2018
- Assistant Golf Course Superintendent for 10 years, working for 14 years total at The Killara Golf Club.
- Experienced in all facets of Course Management and maintenance.
- Managed the on ground installation of the Rainbird Irrigation System.
- Assisted in multiple turf construction projects includes the following; Drainage works, constructing new greens, tees, bunkers etc, pathways and landscaped areas.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Managed inventory control processes effectively, reducing waste and ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily tasks.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow employees and club members through consistent communication and problem-solving efforts.
Qualified Greenkeeper
Blacktown Sports Park
05.2003 - 05.2005
- Assist in the maintenance of the sports park and playing fields.
- Assist in the delivery of the chemical and fertiliser management program,
- Assist in the renovation of sports turf areas, such as; coring, scarifying and topdressing turf areas.
- Liaise with community sporting groups and communicating with stakeholders for weekend sport.
Apprentice and Qualified Greenkeeper
Oatlands Golf Club
10.1997 - 05.2003
- Worked under the guidance of experienced Turf professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Developed keen eye for detail and commitment to producing quality turf surfaces and surrounds.
- Developed an understanding and the implementation of all facets of a turf maintenance program such as; mowing, pesticide application, fertiliser application and turf renovation techniques.
Education
Certificate III - Landscape Management & Construction - Landscape Management & Construction
Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE
Ryde, NSW11.2017
Certificate V Horticulture - Turf Management Diploma -
Northern Sydney Institute - TAFE
Ryde, NSW10.2007
Certificate IV Horticulture - Turf Management -
Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE
Ryde, NSW07.2006
Certificate III Horticulture - Turf -
Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE
Ryde, NSW12.2000
WHS & Environmental
Skills
- Experienced in golf course management
- A thorough understanding of Creeping Bentgrass golf greens and experienced in greens maintenance techniques
- Experienced in Golf Course construction techniques and troubleshooting problems thereafter
- Experienced in the implementation and understanding of Workplace, Health & Safety
- A thorough understanding of Environmental Management principles
- Experienced in turf establishment programs and maintenance
References
Ryan Fury, The Killara Golf Club, Current Superintendent, 0416 225 730
David Gazolli, The Killara Golf Club, General Manager, 0413 311 040
Ps Chris Smith, Australian Christian Churches Minister, 0414 643 519
Timeline
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Killara Golf Club
03.2024 - Current
Landscape Manager
Dream Stone Landscapes
09.2018 - Current
Assistant Golf Course Superintendent
The Killara Golf Club
05.2005 - 09.2018
Qualified Greenkeeper
Blacktown Sports Park
05.2003 - 05.2005
Apprentice and Qualified Greenkeeper
Oatlands Golf Club
10.1997 - 05.2003
Certificate III - Landscape Management & Construction - Landscape Management & Construction
Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE
Certificate V Horticulture - Turf Management Diploma -
Northern Sydney Institute - TAFE
Certificate IV Horticulture - Turf Management -
Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE
Certificate III Horticulture - Turf -
Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE
WHS & Environmental