Jack Harrington
Mapua,Nelson
Summary
I am a hard-working individual with experience in horticulture, machine operation, and building. I have great people skills, lateral thinking, and problem-solving abilities. I am willing to accept responsibility and make decisions. I work and communicate well with staff, management, and clients. I have a good understanding of health and safety in the workplace responsibilities. And it can fit into environments well. I have just shifted back to the Nelson area and am looking to settle down here for the long term, as my partner is pregnant.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yard Supervisor
Upper Clutha Transport
Wanaka, Wanaka
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of landscape and garden supplies yard.
- Managed loading of trucks and trailers with materials using a loader.
- Processed EFTPOS transactions to ensure efficient customer service.
- Delivered gravel, soils, and compost to various locations as part of delivery services.
Owner
Finesse Co
Remote , Remote/Motueka
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Launched clothing brand specializing in hoodies, jackets, and t-shirts.
- Achieved significant online sales alongside market presence.
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and reach.
Field Supervisor
Puro
Kekerengu, Kekerengu
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Coordinated team schedules and managed workflow to optimize productivity.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain quality control standards.
- Communicated effectively with management to report issues and solutions.
- Managed the feed and watering schedule for the plants to maintain optimal growth.
- Ran a smaller crew on the night shift over the harvest period, as it's a 24/7 operation during harvest.
- Monitored pests and diseases throughout the growing season.
Operations support Agent
Fedex
Airport, Christchurch
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Loaded and unloaded freight from cargo planes efficiently within a team setting.
- Ensured safe and secure packaging and transportation of parcels.
Cultivation Technician
Puro
Kekerengu, Kekerengu
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored plant health and reported issues to senior staff.
- maintained a growth pattern by pruning and defaning 50,000 plants
Orchard Supervisor
Southern Lakes Orchards
Cromwell, Cromwell
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Supervised daily operations of orchard maintenance.
- Was a new orchard so did all the planting and irrigation install
Level 3&4 Nursery and Fruit Production
Otago Polytechnic
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Based on campus Nursery and hydroponics unit with Vineyard and Cherry Orchard onsite.
Casual Building Work
Hurring Building Ltd
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Yard Foreman
Clean and Gone Demolition
Melbourne, Australia
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Coordinated organization and delivery of pre-loved office and store furniture in sale warehouse.
- Executed demolition and shop de-fit projects in central Melbourne.
Yard Man/Freight Delivery
Upper Clutha Transport
Wanaka
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Loading gardening/building products on light trailers.
- Loading/unloading Freight truck and trailer units.
- Co-ordination and delivery of small goods in the Wanaka Area.
Operator
Canterbury Landscape Services
Christchurch, Christchurch
08.2016 - 10.2016
- Loaded heavy trucks and trailers with bulk landscaping supplies efficiently.
- Operated screening plant to produce compost and mulching products.
- Managed bagging machine for production of standard 40L compost bags.
Building Labourer
Scott Design and Build
Queenstown
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Building architectural houses in Queenstown.
Fruit Picker
R&N Jenkins
Mt Pisa, Cromwell
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Cherry Picking in School Holidays.
Fruit Picker
Vinetec J Moore
Cromwell
01.2013 - 02.2013
- Grape harvesting during school holidays
Education
Otago Boys High School
01.2015
Cromwell College
01.2012
Cromwell Primary School
01.2010
Skills
- Equipment and machine operation
- Customer service and support
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Effective communication skills
- Time management strategies
- Positive mindset
Certification
Class 1 Full Private Motor Vehicle
Class 2 Heavy Vehicle
Class 4 Heavy Vehicle
F – Forklift also OSH forklift endorsement
R,T,W – Rollers Tracks Wheels
Class 2 Heavy Vehicle
Class 4 Heavy Vehicle
F – Forklift also OSH forklift endorsement
R,T,W – Rollers Tracks Wheels
Hobbies and Interests
I have a keen interest in spear fishing, fishing, and most physical sports. I also like the outdoors and cryptocurrency trading, I like to meet new people, and learn new skills, and am open to giving anything a go. I also have an Italian partner who's pregnant, and a 1-year-old dog A goal of mine is to learn something new every day.
Languages
Italian
Limited
Timeline
Yard Supervisor
Upper Clutha Transport
04.2025 - 10.2025
Owner
Finesse Co
05.2023 - 03.2025
Field Supervisor
Puro
10.2022 - 04.2023
Operations support Agent
Fedex
05.2022 - 09.2022
Cultivation Technician
Puro
12.2021 - 04.2022
Orchard Supervisor
Southern Lakes Orchards
08.2021 - 12.2021
Level 3&4 Nursery and Fruit Production
Otago Polytechnic
06.2020 - 06.2021
Casual Building Work
Hurring Building Ltd
08.2019 - 06.2020
Yard Foreman
Clean and Gone Demolition
07.2017 - 01.2018
Yard Man/Freight Delivery
Upper Clutha Transport
10.2016 - 06.2017
Operator
Canterbury Landscape Services
08.2016 - 10.2016
Building Labourer
Scott Design and Build
02.2015 - 08.2016
Fruit Picker
Vinetec J Moore
01.2013 - 02.2013
Fruit Picker
R&N Jenkins
01.2012 - 01.2015
Otago Boys High School
Cromwell College
Cromwell Primary School