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Ron Gronow

Muchea,Australia

Summary

With my years of experience working on both Horse Studs, properties and Equestrian/Sporting Facilities, I have learned the value of functionality and good maintenance in the running of a successful, safe and busy facility. Good communication is essential in preparing and executing multiple events being conducted simultaneously, both with stakeholders and members of your team. Being able to prepare and present areas to an exceptional standard is a point of pride for myself, as well as continuing to learn new skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Groundskeeper and Facility Maintenance

Equestrian Western Australia
03.2017 - Current
  • Senior member of grounds team with day-to-day responsibility for maintenance, safety and preparation of facility for major and minor event use. Delegating tasks to other team members and main contact point for event organisers on event days including weekends and public holidays. Main duties include:
  • Maintain and repair facility grounds including grassed areas, garden beds, trees, car parks, stable blocks and irrigation systems
  • Manage and maintain grass and sand arenas, paddocks and fields for horse competition purposes, Mowing, grading, rolling and levelling
  • Using power tools and heavy machinery to complete tasks eg: mowers, tractors, bobcat/skid steer, welders, chainsaw/polesaw, blowers, whipper snippers
  • Proactively identify maintenance issues and liaise with qualified tradesmen and contractors to undertake remedial work and arrange servicing as required. Order and replace consumables, perform minor repairs/servicing on site.

Maintenance and Stud Hand

Scenic Lodge Thoroughbred Stud
01.2014 - 11.2016
  • Maintenance and repairs to irrigation, fencing, stables, sheds, grounds and machinery
  • Grounds Keeping and preparation for open days and yearling parades
  • Pasture Management, including weed spraying, seeding, fertilizing
  • Horse Husbandry, including feeding, veterinary assistance, handling of young horses
  • Yearling Sales team

Contractor – Building and Maintenance

R Gronow
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Building of sheds, shelters and stabling facilities
  • Fencing and steel yard building, welding and fabrication
  • Irrigation installation and maintenance
  • Pasture Management - inclusive of weed spraying
  • Horse Husbandry, including feeding, veterinary assistance, handling of young horses at Olive Grove Equine Clinic
  • Yearling Sales team at Mogumber Park
  • Bookkeeping and Accounts

Education

Bullsbrook District High School

Vehicle Body Building

TAFE Carlisle

Technical Large Animal Rescue Course

White Card – Construction Induction

Chemcert – AQF - 3

Skills

  • Welding and fabrication
  • Fencing
  • Woodworking
  • Irrigation maintenance and repairs
  • Turf and garden maintenance
  • Event facility planning and set up
  • Liaising with members of the public and teams
  • Operating mowers and tractors
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Power tool proficiency

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Groundskeeper and Facility Maintenance

Equestrian Western Australia
03.2017 - Current

Maintenance and Stud Hand

Scenic Lodge Thoroughbred Stud
01.2014 - 11.2016

Contractor – Building and Maintenance

R Gronow
01.2008 - 01.2014

Vehicle Body Building

TAFE Carlisle

Technical Large Animal Rescue Course

White Card – Construction Induction

Chemcert – AQF - 3

Bullsbrook District High School

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