Brent Duffin
Thames,WKO
Summary
Strategic Director known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in operational strategy, team leadership, and financial oversight. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring effective team collaboration and project success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Duffin Landscaping Ltd
Thames, Coromandel
07.2009 - Current
- Collaborated with clients to create various residential and commercial landscape plans, ranging from small gardens to large-scale projects.
- Planted trees, flowers and shrubs, and installed irrigation systems.
- Construction and installation of landscape features, such as paths, retaining walls, concrete house foundations and concrete driveways.
- Employed and managed a team of up to seven staff members to ensure project completion within deadlines.
- Operated heavy landscaping equipment including bobcats, diggers and rollers.
- Executed a large contract with Ventia and the local council in the repairs of the Coromandel Peninsula's footpath programme.
- Previous clients include Ventia, HEB Construction, Thames Coromandel District Council, Skywork Helicopters, and the Kopu Bridge Development Project, Waikato Regional Council.
- Continuous maintenance of all company vehicles and machinery.
- Oversaw project management and resource allocation for multiple landscaping projects.
Business Partner
Peninsula Outdoor Solutions Ltd
, Thames
07.2004 - 03.2009
- Developed strong partnerships with clients to enhance service offerings.
- Operated landscaping equipment for efficient maintenance of residential and commercial properties.
- Designed and implemented landscaping layouts to enhance aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their landscaping needs and preferences.
- Trained junior staff on proper landscaping techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed project timelines to ensure timely completion of landscaping tasks.
Director
B W Duffin Contracting
, Thames
01.2000 - 06.2004
- Operated Bobcat equipment for site preparation and excavation tasks.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in grading and leveling land for various construction projects.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using Bobcat attachments, enhancing efficiency in operations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols.
Education
Certificate of Landscape Design -
Waikato Polytechnic
Traffic Controller - Training - consulting
McAdams traffic
1st aid certificate -
St John Thames
ThamesCertificate in site safety -
Skills
- Creative vision: Excellent ability to transform visions into reality
- Customer relationship management
- Contract administration
- Staff management
- Project management expertise: Superior organizational skills in managing complex tasks efficiently
- Team leadership: Proficient in team coordination to meet tight deadlines
Certification
- Full driver's license
- Motorbike license
- Class 2 license
- HT License
- Dangerous goods License
Accomplishments
- Improved Productivity, Increased team productivity by 30% through effective staff management and training.
- Budget Compliance, Successfully completed projects within budget 90% of the time.
- Efficient Project Management, Reduced project completion time by 20% by optimizing resource allocation.
- Key Contract Execution, Executed 4 major contracts with significant industry partners.
- Project Timeliness, Managed team to complete 100% of projects on time.
Training
- Certificate of Landscape Design, Waikato Polytechnic
- Traffic Controller, McAdams traffic - Training - consulting
- 1st aid certificate, St John Thames
- Site safe, Certificate in site safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director
Duffin Landscaping Ltd
07.2009 - Current
Business Partner
Peninsula Outdoor Solutions Ltd
07.2004 - 03.2009
Director
B W Duffin Contracting
01.2000 - 06.2004
Certificate of Landscape Design -
Waikato Polytechnic
Traffic Controller - Training - consulting
McAdams traffic
1st aid certificate -
St John Thames
Certificate in site safety -
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