Matteo Porrà
Sandy Bay,TAS
Summary
Responsible Arborist/Gardener caring for trees and doing grounds maintenance. Proficient at safely operating vehicles or powered equipment, chainsaws, electric clippers, or pruning saws. Competent pruning or trimming trees, shrubs, or hedges and watering trees or plants using appropriate methods. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscape Gardener
Tema Verde Di Mecozzi Marco
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Improved plant health and growth with thorough soil preparation, fertilization, and irrigation techniques.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Achieved optimal plant performance with appropriate pruning techniques customized to each species'' unique requirements.
- Reduced maintenance requirements for clients through the selection of low-maintenance plants and materials.
- Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide customers with accurate and constructive information.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
Tree Service/Landscape Gardener
Isola Del Verde Di Porra Matteo
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Ensured healthy lawns using proper mowing techniques that promoted turfgrass vigor while minimizing pest issues.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Efficiently removed deadwood from trees to promote overall health and prevent potential hazards to nearby structures or pedestrians.
- Successfully completed emergency storm response jobs, safely removing fallen or damaged trees under tight deadlines.
- Improved tree climbing efficiency by implementing proper safety protocols and techniques.
- Conducted thorough pre-climb inspections of gear and trees, mitigating potential hazards before starting any task.
- Ensured proper rigging for safe and efficient tree removal, reducing the risk of injury or property damage.
- Used ropes and chains to reach hard-to-reach branches for trimming and pruning.
- Chopped and trimmed trees and operated chipping equipment for limbs.
- Removed dead and excess branches from trees.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
- Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
- Prepped trimming tools by sharpening shears, grinders, and saw teeth.
- Maintained and operated chainsaws and chippers to reduce safety hazards and support productivity.
- Mixed fertilizer with dirt to enrich soil, placed trees in holes and filled holes with dirt.
Maintenance Gardener
Markwood Gardens
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Contributed to team efficiency through punctual attendance and effective communication with supervisors.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of new landscape projects to improve property appearance.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by executing regular maintenance tasks such as pruning, trimming, and mowing.
- Provided quality customer service by addressing client concerns and offering knowledgeable gardening advice.
- Ensured safety and cleanliness of public spaces by removing debris, weeds, and litter from gardens and pathways.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving fallen limbs or hazardous conditions within properties under maintenance responsibility.
- Educated clients on proper plant care techniques, increasing satisfaction rates among customers.
Machine Operator/Handyman Helper
Stefano Lubiana Wines
03.2024 - Current
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Replenished materials and supplies as needed to maintain production.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Form.art Ancona (ITA)
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Good Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Machinery Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Pruning Techniques
- Basic Arboriculture
- Tree Climbing Expertise
- Chainsaw Operation
- Tree Identification
- Storm Damage Cleanup
Certification
- Certified Arborist/Gardener
- Licensed EWP
- Licensed Chainsaw
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Machine Operator/Handyman Helper
Stefano Lubiana Wines
03.2024 - Current
Maintenance Gardener
Markwood Gardens
09.2023 - 03.2024
Tree Service/Landscape Gardener
Isola Del Verde Di Porra Matteo
08.2017 - 08.2023
Landscape Gardener
Tema Verde Di Mecozzi Marco
09.2014 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Form.art Ancona (ITA)
- Certified Arborist/Gardener
- Licensed EWP
- Licensed Chainsaw
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