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Aaron Welcome

London

Summary

Experienced gardening and landscaping professional with a strong background in turfing expertise, grounds maintenance, and irrigation system installation. Adept at delivering exceptional client service and communication, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Committed to enhancing outdoor spaces through meticulous attention to detail and innovative solutions.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work history

Landscape gardener

Self Employed
London
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Liaised with clients directly to identify and cater to strict garden specifications.
  • Planned and executed solo projects to improve garden design capabilities.
  • Worked on hard landscaping projects such as driveways and patios.
  • Installed and maintained irrigation system to minimise water consumption.
  • Constructed gazebos, pergolas, fencing and decking.


Subcontractor

The Lambeth GP Food Co-op
London
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Built and installed planters in gardens used by NHS patients and the local community.
  • Sourced cost-efficient materials to meet budget demands.
  • Supervised voluntary workers on site projects.
  • General garden maintenance.

Gardener

Self Emloyed
London
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Generated detailed quotations to advise management on cost of plants and gardening activities to guide decision-making.
  • Suggested eco-friendly gardening practices to clients-environmental awareness heightened as a result.
  • Skilfully performed wide range of garden-related tasks including weeding, mowing, strimming, pruning, hedge trimming and planting.
  • Discussed long and short-term plans directly with clients, offering invaluable advice relating to proper gardening.

Subcontractor

Gentle Management LTD
London
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Domestic repairs and general maintenance for Notting Hill Genesis and Peabody Housing Association.
  • Liaised with residents to understand and meet specific maintenance requirements.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Executed risk assessments before initiating any work, minimising potential hazards..
  • Reported on progress, problems and information requirements.

Builder

MJB Build & Construction
London
05.2019 - 10.2021
  • Used hand tools, power tools and heavy equipment to demolish existing building structures..
  • Used traditional and modern building methods and materials for general repairs and full renovations.
  • Completed roofing with suitable materials to eliminate leaks and safety risks.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Followed and helped enforce health and safety protocols for worker protections.
  • Recorded and documented work activities and deliveries promptly.

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Gardener

The Botanical Gardener
London
02.2013 - 10.2018
  • Assisted in landscape design projects to create attractive green spaces.
  • Collaborated with gardening teams to execute several successful long-term garden projects.
  • Maintained plant condition through considered pruning, trimming and treatment.
  • Used wide range of hand tools, horticultural machinery and powered hand tools.
  • Planned and planted items according to season and growing conditions.
  • Improved soil quality with the incorporation of organic matter.

Painter and decorator

Self employed
London
03.2011 - 11.2012
  • Executed domestic and commercial painting and decorating accurately and efficiently.
  • Accomplished repairs and renovations to exact customer specifications.
  • Prepared cost estimates for clients based on material needs and labour hours.
  • Applied varied types of paints, stain products and decorative finishes to all types of surfaces.
  • Built rapport with clients to encourage referrals.

Skilled labourer

Tiptop Plasterer & Build LTD
London
11.2008 - 01.2010

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  • Loaded and unloaded supplies, ensuring smooth logistics on site.
  • Assembled scaffolding structures for safe, efficient work environment.
  • Handled basic electrical works to enhance building functionality.
  • Cleaned up sites after shifts, organising tools and securing supplies in designated storage units.
  • Conducted routine inspections of work areas, maintaining high safety standards at all times.

Head bartender

The Pentagon
London
09.2006 - 03.2007
  • Input orders into register, calculated bills and collected payments.
  • Collaborated with management to establish bar budgets and pricing structures.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
  • Assisted in event planning for successful functions and parties at the bar.
  • Oversaw shift schedules to ensure adequate staff coverage.

Night replenishment assistant

Sainsbury's
London
03.2004 - 08.2006
  • Responded promptly to supervisor's instructions, ensuring tasks were completed within specified timeframe.
  • Performed duties according to company policies, supporting quality control efforts.
  • Collaborated closely with daytime staff for seamless transition of shifts.
  • Arranged items in order of use-by dates to reduce stock waste.
  • Replenished stock and processed deliveries to maximise product availability.

Musician

Self Employed
London
02.2000 - 03.2004
  • Performing at numerous venues in the UK and Europe.
  • Communicated with clients to address requirements and negotiate fees.
  • Practised regularly to maintain and develop musical skill.
  • Collaborated with other musicians for diverse soundscapes.
  • Performed solo compositions with confidence and conviction.
  • Improvised performances that retained sensitivity to intended overall musical direction.

Warehouse worker

Securicor Recruitment Services
London
11.1998 - 01.2000
  • Involved security, mail sorting and warehouse work for various organisations.
  • Prevented security breaches through continuous monitoring, enhancing staff and visitor safety.
  • Responded quickly to any disturbances or incidents on site whilst maintaining professional calmness.
  • Hand-sorted letters and small parcels, placing in postal trays for distribution.
  • Ensured security with careful handling of confidential documents and packages.
  • Provided flexible working patterns to meet evolving warehouse scheduling needs.
  • Followed precise orders to assist with continuous flow of goods coming in and out of distribution centre.

Skills

  • Gardening and landscaping
  • Turfing expertise
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Irrigation system installation
  • Client service and communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Landscape gardener

Self Employed
10.2023 - 06.2024

Gardener

Self Emloyed
03.2023 - 10.2023

Subcontractor

The Lambeth GP Food Co-op
11.2022 - 11.2023

Subcontractor

Gentle Management LTD
02.2021 - 12.2021

Builder

MJB Build & Construction
05.2019 - 10.2021

Gardener

The Botanical Gardener
02.2013 - 10.2018

Painter and decorator

Self employed
03.2011 - 11.2012

Skilled labourer

Tiptop Plasterer & Build LTD
11.2008 - 01.2010

Head bartender

The Pentagon
09.2006 - 03.2007

Night replenishment assistant

Sainsbury's
03.2004 - 08.2006

Musician

Self Employed
02.2000 - 03.2004

Warehouse worker

Securicor Recruitment Services
11.1998 - 01.2000
Aaron Welcome