Nathan Burmeister
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
With a proven track record at the City of Stonnington, I am a dynamic Certified Gardener/Native Plant Horticulturist who excels in team leadership and project management. Skilled in Excel and MS Word, I've significantly enhanced park biodiversity and community engagement. Known for my quick learning ability and excellent communication, I thrive on making impactful environmental improvements.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Gardener/Native Plant Horticulturist
City of Stonnington
Melbourne, VIC
09.2020 - Current
- Carried out higher duties within the Open Space and environment contract, notably Team Leader, Parks Maintenance Officer and Open Space Projects Officer.
- Provided leadership, insight, mentoring, and support to colleagues, ensuring a safe, productive and collaborative working environment.
- Supported apprentices and gardeners on proper gardening techniques, tool use, and safety procedures.
- Key responsibilities on a day-to-day basis included but not limited to performing gardening tasks like weeding, mulching, planting and general maintenance to a very high standard.
- Planned, designed, established, maintained and improved Biodiversity areas, and key exotics gardens throughout The City of Stonnington.
- Organised, coordinated and supervised community groups and school plantings in Biodiversity across the municipality.
- Provided advice and education through community events on Biodiversity, Flora, Fauna, sustainable gardening, the selection of plants and their maintenance.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues within other departments, specifically the environment team, in which I was a part of a number of projects and community events.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Assisted in the selection and purchase of plants, gardening supplies, and equipment within budget constraints.
- Resigned landscape layouts, selecting appropriate plants based on Melbourne's climate and soil conditions.
- Suggesting and implementing key improvements in parks and biodiversity areas across The City of Stonnington.
Education
Associate Degree in Environmental Horticulture - Horticulture
University of Melbourne
Burnley, VICHigh School Diploma -
Footscray City College
Footscray, VICSkills
- Quick Learner
- Excellent Communicator
- Highly motivated
- Passionate
- Competent in Excel, MS Word and the procurement process
Certification
Driver’s Licence
St John’s First Aid Accreditation
HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID003 Provide first aid
Chemcert Australia accrediatation
Prepare and apply chemicals AHCCHM303
Transport and store chemicals AHCCHM304
ACUP accreditation
Civil Contractors Federation
Traffic Management Accreditation
RIIWHS205D Control traffic with stop-slow bat
RIIWHS302D Implement traffic management plan
OH&S Construction Induction (Victorian Red Card)
Registration No. 0005096198 01
Completed course in Construction (OH&S induction)
Front end Loader and Skid Steer Licence
Chainsaw Level 1 and 2
Various OHS courses
Marine Licence
Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation
Responsible Service of Alcohol
Timeline
Certified Gardener/Native Plant Horticulturist
City of Stonnington
09.2020 - Current
Associate Degree in Environmental Horticulture - Horticulture
University of Melbourne
High School Diploma -
Footscray City College