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Simon Lopdell

Napier,Bay View

Summary

Adept Horticultural and Forestry Contractor with a proven track record of delivering high-quality work.

Renowned for reliability and excellent communication.

Demonstrates exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities, ensuring projects meet strict deadlines and budgets.

Proven track record of successfully managing multiple freelance assignments concurrently, meeting deadlines and client satisfaction.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker

Work History

Horticultural and Forestry Contractor

Self Employed


  • Tree planting, clearing around new trees and weed spraying for Pan Pac and HBRC
  • Excellent knowledge of herbicide sprays and spraying equipment
  • Safe operating of machinery e.g ATV's and working within the company safety procedures
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Used effective weed control methods, promoting plant growth.
  • Excellent observational skills and communication for better future management
  • Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
  • Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.

Orchard Maintanence

Dyers Orchard
  • Assisted with tree planting, pruning, thinning, and training to improve overall orchard health and yield.
  • Inspected trees and plants, identifying signs of disease and pests for prompt attention
  • Maintained spray programme using appropriate spray equipment and chemicals
  • Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
  • Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, ensuring tools remained in good working condition
  • Operated machinery and equipment safely and responsibly, minimizing risk.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions

Life Style Block Farmer

Self Employed
  • Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as farm machinery, fencing and livestock.
  • Owned and managed livestock health and administered medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
  • Researched and planted and maintained native trees for better land management and water quality
  • Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
  • Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
  • Used skills to grow new plants from seeds and grafting
  • Experienced operator of farm machinery and tools

Education

EIT Hawkes Bay
Napier

Skills

    Worksite safety

    Safety Compliance

    Attention to Detail

    Time Management

    Excellent Communication

    Reliability

    Self Motivation

    Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Horticultural and Forestry Contractor

Self Employed

Orchard Maintanence

Dyers Orchard

Life Style Block Farmer

Self Employed

EIT Hawkes Bay
Simon Lopdell