Kevin Heslin
Waimate,Canterbury
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Summary
I have worked for Headford Propagators for last26 years unfortunately they have gone into liquidation so I have no job but I'm keen to work. I can put my hand to anything, I can work well in a team.
Work History
Plant Nursery Worker / Truck Driver
Headford Propagators
10.1998 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability while working across diverse roles, including propagation, maintenance, retail support, and customer service functions as needed within the nursery setting.
- Maximized plant growth and vitality by carefully pruning, trimming, and shaping various species as needed.
- Facilitated efficient restocking processes by diligently unloading deliveries of new plants and supplies upon arrival.
- Reduced plant loss by promptly identifying pests or diseases and applying appropriate treatments.
- Ensured the healthiest possible plants were available for sale by routinely inspecting specimens for quality control purposes.
- Operated tractors and used wheelbarrows to move containerized shrubs, plants and trees from one destination to another.
- Dug, raked and screened soil to prepare hot beds for planting.
- Felt plants' leaves and noted coloring to detect presence of insects or disease.
- Improved overall nursery organization by regularly maintaining and updating plant inventory records.
- Increased plant health and growth by consistently monitoring and adjusting irrigation systems.
- Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees, and grass.
- Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
Education
5
Marist Brothers High School
Greymouth Skills
Have tractor, forklift, and truck licenses
Timeline
Plant Nursery Worker / Truck Driver
Headford Propagators
10.1998 - 07.2024
5
Marist Brothers High School
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