Years of experience
HUGH MACKINTOSH
Christchurch,Ilam
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. Skilled Lifeguard consistently remains calm and focused in stressful environments. Committed to promoting safety in and around large bodies of water. Certified in First Aid, CPR, Search and rescue and rescue boat operation.
Overview
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Certifications
Work History
Volunteer Lifeguard
Waimarama Surf Life saving Club
Hastings, Hawke’s Bay
10.2017 - Current
- Spent time on the beach making sure it is a safe environment for people to enjoy as well as having someone helpful nearby if need be.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Removing hazards and preventing problems
- Communicated with the public
- Keeping the area of operations at an acceptable standard
- Gained my rescue boat operator and crewmen license
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid level 2 and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Landscaper Laborer
Brownrigg Agriculture
Hastings, Hawke’s Bay
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated tractors and ride on mowers.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
- Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
- Cleaned and maintained pool
- Planted areas around farm
- Reduced safety issues, thoroughly cleaning work areas to maintain regulatory compliance.
- attended to animals and livestock occasionally
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forestry Science
The University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ11.2025
Skills
- Hazard Detection
- Problem Resolution
- Rule Enforcement
- Charisma
- Proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Full drivers license
- Can drive manual
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Level one, two and three merit endorsement in NCEA
Hobbies
I enjoy surfing and hiking as a time to clear my head and relax.
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