Before and during my time working at Oaklands Barn and Garden Centre I acquired a large indoor plant collection that thrived as I continued to learn about Horticulture
Mardi Carton
Sandgate,QLD
Summary
Dedicated qualified horticulturist with extensive experience in plant care, pest and problem identification. Proven ability to create and manage thriving gardens through effective plant selection and maintenance practices. Reliable team collaborator who adapts to changing environmental conditions and prioritizes achieving optimal growth results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Horticulturist
Oaklands Barn and Garden Centre
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Inspected plants to identify insects or diseases.
- Trained new employees in horticulture and customer service.
- Demonstrated a positive effort to maintain working relationships with customers, staff and management.
- Helped maintain nursery.
- Implemented integrated pest management practices to minimize chemical usage while maintaining healthy plants.
Horticulture Trainee
Oaklands Barn and Garden Centre
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Attended TAFE weekly and was/am eager to learn
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Established strong relationships with peers, cowrokers and customers using strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Waitress
Oaklands Cafe
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Oyster Farm Hand
Broad Water Oysters
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Complete strenuous tasks
- Customer service
- Follow instructions
Cleaner
Wild Ryes Bakery
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Restocked
Education
High School Diploma -
Eden Marine High School
Eden, NSW12-2021
Horticulture Cert. III - Horticulture
Moruya TAFE
Moruya, NSW02-2024
Skills
- Plant identification
- Indoor plant care
- Pest control
- Disease diagnosis
- Plant nutrition
- Pest removal
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Certification
- Horticulture Cert. III, Moruya TAFE, February 2022 - February 2024
Interests
Timeline
Horticulturist
Oaklands Barn and Garden Centre
02.2024 - 11.2024
Horticulture Trainee
Oaklands Barn and Garden Centre
02.2022 - 02.2024
Waitress
Oaklands Cafe
01.2019 - 04.2022
Cleaner
Wild Ryes Bakery
03.2018 - 12.2018
Oyster Farm Hand
Broad Water Oysters
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Horticulture Cert. III, Moruya TAFE, February 2022 - February 2024
High School Diploma -
Eden Marine High School
Horticulture Cert. III - Horticulture
Moruya TAFE
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