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Parampreet Singh

Auckland,Auckland

Summary

A competent, physically fit and hardworking Qualified gardener who has a track record of creating and maintaining gardens, lawns and parks that are tidy, environmentally friendly and safe. Hardworking and dependable at keeping grounds clean and trimmed for best appearance and growth. Familiar with different grasses, trees and shrubs with appropriate practices for each. Follows orders and safely uses variety of equipment to complete work.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Orchard Worker

Rai contracting ltd
Tauranga, Tauranga
01.2011 - 03.2013
  • Planted and maintained various types of fruit trees in the orchard.
  • Harvested fruits according to customer orders, ensuring that quality standards were met.
  • Monitored irrigation systems, fertilizing soil as needed.
  • Inspected trees for pests and diseases, treating them with appropriate solutions.
  • Performed regular maintenance on equipment such as tractors and pruning shears.
  • Weeded around plants to ensure good growth conditions.
  • Pruned trees to maintain their health and shape.
  • Organized storage areas for harvested fruits and vegetables according to temperature requirements.
  • Maintained farm grounds by mowing grass, cleaning up debris, and disposing of waste materials properly.
  • Provided training sessions for new employees on safety protocols regarding pesticide application.
  • Conducted daily inspections of the orchard to identify any issues requiring attention.
  • Identified, picked and sorted fruits according to size, type and ripeness.
  • Monitored orchard's health by checking trees for disease and pruning.

Orchard Supervisor

DNA Corporate commercials ltd
Tairua, Thames Coromandel
05.2013 - 08.2020
  • Organized and coordinated the daily activities of orchard workers.
  • Monitored and evaluated staff performance, providing feedback as necessary.
  • Developed a comprehensive safety program to ensure safe working conditions in the orchard.
  • Conducted regular inspections of orchard equipment and tools to ensure proper functioning.
  • Managed pest control programs for the orchard, including spraying, pruning, and fertilizing.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety protocols and operating procedures for orchard machinery.

Gardener

Premium Garden Care
Pukekohe, Auckland
04.2021 - Current
  • Maintained gardens and grounds of private properties, ensuring proper care of trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf.
  • Ensured that garden maintenance tasks were completed efficiently and safely.
  • Applied weed control treatments as necessary.
  • Performed regular pruning and trimming of hedges, bushes, shrubs, trees and other vegetation.
  • Laid out lawns using edging tools and rotovators.
  • Collected leaves, weeds and debris from the garden area for disposal or composting purposes.
  • Developed planting plans for clients based on their individual needs.
  • Used power equipment such as mowers, trimmers and blowers to maintain lawns in good condition.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
  • Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Answered customer questions regarding plant growing conditions and proper care.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.

Education

NZ Diploma in Horticulture Production Level 5 - Horticulture

Franklin Institute of Agri-Technology
Pukekohe, NZ
03-2022

Diploma in Business Management Level 6 - Business

International College of New Zealand
Auckland
04-2016

Diploma in Business Management Level 5 - Business

National Institute of Studies
Auckland, NZ
10-2011

Skills

Machinery Maintenance

Team communications

Weather Monitoring

Irrigation Systems

Disease Identification

Pest Management

Health and safety procedures

Soil preparation

Gardening services

Landscape design

Lawn Maintenance

Applying Fertilizer

Trimming trees and hedges

Shaping Plants and bushes

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Gardener

Premium Garden Care
04.2021 - Current

Orchard Supervisor

DNA Corporate commercials ltd
05.2013 - 08.2020

Orchard Worker

Rai contracting ltd
01.2011 - 03.2013

NZ Diploma in Horticulture Production Level 5 - Horticulture

Franklin Institute of Agri-Technology

Diploma in Business Management Level 6 - Business

International College of New Zealand

Diploma in Business Management Level 5 - Business

National Institute of Studies
Parampreet Singh