Elian Iellimo
Johnsonville,Wellington
Summary
I am a seasoned leader with proven experience managing a team to complete multiple projects a day, while also fully capable of working on my own when necessary to produce top-notch results every time.
I am always keen to take on fresh challenges, pick up new skills, and grow both on the job and as a professional. I am ready to roll up my sleeves and bring a can-do attitude to a new dynamic team while pushing my boundaries chasing new knowledge and accomplishments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardening Team Leader
Aspen Landscapes
Johnsonville, Wellington
09.2023 - 01.2025
- I led daily operations for garden maintenance and project initiation, ensuring high-quality execution of designs.
- Trained new gardeners on proper gardening techniques, tool use, and safety procedures.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Kept detailed records of plant care, treatments applied, and garden changes to track progress and issues.
- Operated and maintained gardening tools and equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Used power equipment such as mowers, trimmers and blowers to maintain lawns in good condition.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Collected leaves, weeds and debris from the garden area for disposal or composting purposes.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Managed garden waste, composting organic materials, and disposing of non-compostable debris responsibly.
Gardening Assistant
Humphreys Landscaping
Sandringham, Auckland
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Collaborated closely with landscaping team members on various outdoor projects requiring multiple skillsets.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Conducted regular inspections of garden equipment to ensure proper functioning; performed minor repairs when possible.
- Organized plant material deliveries from nurseries, and unloaded materials safely.
- Followed safety protocols while operating gardening machinery including lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers.
- Trimmed hedges, bushes and trees to remove overgrown branches and improve shape.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Raked leaves and debris from lawns and planted beds; removed weeds by hand or with tools such as shovels or hoes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
University of Architecture, Design And Urbanism
Buenos Aires12-2022
First Certificate in English - Languages
University of Cambridge
UK07-2011
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Deadline management
- Employee training
- Client communication
- Safety processes and procedures
- Relationship building
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Full New Zealand Driver Licence
Experience driving utes and trucks.
References
- Aspen Landscapes: Manager - Jonty Carmichael (+6421493990)
- Humpreys Landscapes: Manager - Steve Heyworth (+64021853074)
Timeline
Gardening Team Leader
Aspen Landscapes
09.2023 - 01.2025
Gardening Assistant
Humphreys Landscaping
02.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
University of Architecture, Design And Urbanism
First Certificate in English - Languages
University of Cambridge
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