Tim Dark
Forster,New South Wales
Summary
Hardworking professional with impressive skills in horticulture and landscaping. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction. Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Landscaper
Dscapes Landscaping Services Pty Ltd
Forster, NSW
02.1992 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Constructed hardscape elements like patios, walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, water features for enhanced functionality of outdoor spaces.
- Trained new team members on best practices in landscaping techniques ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Resolved client concerns promptly by addressing issues professionally and offering viable solutions.
- Collaborated with architects, designers, and construction teams to develop comprehensive landscaping plans for residential and commercial properties.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects and other professionals on projects to complete large jobs and meet strict deadlines.
- Coordinated with subcontractors such as electricians or plumbers when necessary to complete complex installations seamlessly.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
- Confidently operate plant equipment including. Skid steers,Pozi tracks, excavators up to 20t, tip trucks, front end loaders.
Education
Landscape Construction Certificate 3 - Landscaping
North Ryde Tafe
Sydney, NSWYear 10 - Middle School Education
Forster High School
Forster, NSW12.1991
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Using hand tools
- Customer Service
- Physically Fit
- Jobsite Safety
- Team Collaboration
- Landscape equipment operation
- Residential Landscaping
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Tree and Shrub Planting
- Project Management
- Hardscape Installation
- Commercial Landscaping
- Irrigation Installation
- Staff Management
- Soil preparation
- Construction management
- Stonework
- Retaining Wall Construction
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Structural Landscaper
Dscapes Landscaping Services Pty Ltd
02.1992 - Current
Landscape Construction Certificate 3 - Landscaping
North Ryde Tafe
Year 10 - Middle School Education
Forster High School