Christine Smith
Flaxmere,Hastings
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
A passionate conservationist who excels at building, developing goal focus initiatives that achieve higher standards of excellence. Always surpassing and striving to exceed professional outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Horticulturist - Assistant /Operations Supervisor
Thornhill Contracting
Hawkes Bay
11.2021 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Participated in revegetation projects, contributing to the successful restoration of native habitats.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working order, ensuring the safety and efficiency of daily operations.
- Assisted with operating tractors and forklifts to transport plants and soil and perform grading.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables and prepared for sale or shipping.
- Diagnosed and treated pest and disease problems in plants, shrubs and trees.
- Led team of RSE Workers skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Transplanted seedlings and young plants to promote growth and prepare plants for sale or transfer to other locations.
- Provided hands-on training sessions for interns or new employees, ensuring proper knowledge of horticultural techniques and procedures.
- Achieved desired visual effects in landscaped areas by selecting complementary plants based on colour schemes or specific themes.
- Demonstrated continual positive effort to maintain working relationships with staff, volunteers and management.
- Conducted soil testing to determine appropriate nutrient levels for optimal plant growth.
- Trained new employees in horticulture best practices, fostering a knowledgeable workforce committed to quality workmanship.
Education
Bachelor Iwi Environmental Management - Resource Management Act 1991
Opus International:
Napier, HB01.2022
Dip, Fresh Water & Marine Studies -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
01.2017
Bachelor Iwi Environmental Management -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
01.2016
Dip Environmental Management -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
01.2015
Diploma of Orchestral Voice -
Eastern Institute of Technology
01.1999
Skills
- Interpretation
- Oral Argument
- Reviewing contracts
- Court procedures
- Litigation management
- Court Appointed Mediation
- Estate Planning
- Exceptional Negotiator
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Preparing written Reports
- Land Reclamation
- Project Permitting
- Quantitative Research conduction
- Technical advising
- Resource management
- Field observations recording
- Soil sample collection
- Data gathering
- Hand Tool Operations
- Safety behaviours expertise
- Standard operating procedures
- Developing Policy
- Procedures
- Team Player
- Consistent work history
- Strategic Project planning
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Employee productivity reports
- Solid Communication Skills
- Solid Independent worker
- Excellent Plan comprehension
- Excellent driving record
- Project Management
- Building Construction Trades Certificate
- Budgeting
- Organisational
- Quality Management systems
- Power Tools
- Managing large crews
- Friendly and hardworking
- Proficiency with mechanical and electric tools
- Construction health and safety
- Contract development and management
- Quality control
- Good Verbal/written Communication skills
- GPS & Goggle Mapping experience
- Environmental Plans
- Cultural Assessments
- SOS Project Analysis
- Plant Identification Analysis
- Biosecurity Management
- Agri-Chemical Certificate
- Thoroughness and attention to detail
- Time Management Skills
- Active Listener
- Demonstrate empathy and effective engagement
- Culturally Competent
- Critical Thinking
- Technical Expertise
- Matauranga Maori Expertise
- Crop Rotation
- Permaculture Principles
- Horticultural Therapy
- Research Planning
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Data Collection
- Interpersonal Communication
- Environmental Monitoring
- Written Communication
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
- Professional Demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Remote sensing
- Statistical Analysis
- Habitat research
- Soil Management
- Garden maintenance
- Plant Selection
- Plant identification
References
- Catherine Spooner, 027 502 0606
- Pam Kupa Sheeran, 027 452 1182
- Tim Yorke, 021 981 221
- Teres Nuku, 021 243 5392
Volunteer Experience
New Zealand Opera, 01/01/16, 01/01/23, Wellington
Timeline
Horticulturist - Assistant /Operations Supervisor
Thornhill Contracting
11.2021 - Current
Dip, Fresh Water & Marine Studies -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Bachelor Iwi Environmental Management -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Dip Environmental Management -
Te Wananga O Aotearoa
Diploma of Orchestral Voice -
Eastern Institute of Technology
Bachelor Iwi Environmental Management - Resource Management Act 1991
Opus International: