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Steven Wilson

Groundsman / Landscaper
Ardrossan ,Ayrshire

Summary

Hardworking Groundsman with experience maintaining safe, quality environments through focused maintenance and greenskeeping activity. Proactive and flexible to meet changing upkeep demands. Physically fit and happy working outdoors for all-weather support.

Accomplished Landscape Gardener with experience managing large-scale gardens. Applies design planning and maintenance expertise for consistent, high-quality results. Recognized for maximizing outdoor spaces with vast knowledge of paving and planting. Offering strong leadership and problem-solving skills with knack for driving projects to completion. Knowledgeable about managing budgets, coordinating teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ready to use and develop organizational, communication, and strategic planning skills within any role.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
4003
4003
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Greenkeeper

Western Gailes Golf Club
Irvine , Ayrshire
03.2005 - 08.2023
  • Followed preventive maintenance schedule, reducing repairs and downtime for facility systems and equipment.
  • Operated vehicles, equipment and machinery in compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Handled overall responsibility for grounds, building and equipment care and maintenance.
  • Performed all-seasonal planned and reactive grounds maintenance to meet department needs.
  • Operated lawn irrigation system, using timer controls to achieve optimal water usage for maximal lawn health.
  • Applied pesticides and herbicides to reduce infestations and support plant health.
  • Assisted in training and mentoring apprentices to develop skills and unsure quality standards
  • Participated in staff training sessions, boosting team competency levels.

Greenkeeper

Glasgow Gailes Golf Club
Irvine , Ayrshire
02.1996 - 03.2005
  • Followed preventive maintenance schedule, reducing repairs and downtime for facility systems and equipment.
  • Operated vehicles, equipment and machinery in compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Handled overall responsibility for grounds, building and equipment care and maintenance.
  • Mentored junior staff and apprentices in daily course preparation and health and safety procedures.

Apprentice Greenkeeper

Western Gailes Golf Club
Irvine , Ayrshire
01.1994 - 02.1996
  • Raked [Number] bunkers daily to smoothen surface and enhance playability.
  • Operated tractors and [Type] machinery to mow turf to task specifications.
  • Operated vehicles, equipment and machinery in compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Stored and managed groundskeeping equipment in line with security and safety measures.

Groundsperson

Rangers Football Club
Glasgow , Glasgow
08.2023 - Current
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Managed and coordinated installation of complex landscaping projects.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for pest and disease control.
  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.

Landscape gardener

Self Employed
Ardrossan, North Ayrshire
03.2019 - 05.2025
  • Achieved greener lawns by performing aeration and scarifying tasks regularly.
  • Created tranquil environments with water features installation.
  • Installed outdoor lighting to enhance garden ambience after dusk.
  • Prepared flower beds prior to planting, ensuring optimal conditions for plant growth.
  • Performed weeding tasks frequently, resulting in cleaner looking gardens.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision turning it into reality.
  • Designed customised garden layouts to client satisfaction.
  • Enhanced garden aesthetics by planting, pruning and cultivating a variety of plants.
  • Removed waste materials from site efficiently, leaving clean and tidy spaces post-work completion.
  • Designed bespoke garden layouts for enhanced visual appeal.
  • Constructed garden structures including sheds, fences and pergolas to client specifications.
  • Worked on hard landscaping projects such as driveways and patios.
  • Built gazebos, fencing and decking.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Amenity & Horticultural

Ayr College
Ayr, Ayrshire
03.1994

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Pesticides/ PA1/PA2

NPTC City & Guilds

SVQ Level 2 - Amenity Horticulture Greenkeeping-Sports Turf-Sports Ground Maintenance

SQA

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Greenkeeping

SQA

Skills

  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Grass care
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Highly motivated
  • Turf management
  • High quality standards
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Tractor operation
  • Slabbing
  • Fencing
  • Astroturf
  • Spraying Weedkillers
  • Fertilization application
  • Grounds keeping equipment repair

Additional Information

Phone Number 07507708176

Timeline

Groundsperson

Rangers Football Club
08.2023 - Current

Landscape gardener

Self Employed
03.2019 - 05.2025

Greenkeeper

Western Gailes Golf Club
03.2005 - 08.2023

Greenkeeper

Glasgow Gailes Golf Club
02.1996 - 03.2005

Apprentice Greenkeeper

Western Gailes Golf Club
01.1994 - 02.1996

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Greenkeeping

SQA

NVQ Level 3 - Amenity & Horticultural

Ayr College

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Pesticides/ PA1/PA2

NPTC City & Guilds

SVQ Level 2 - Amenity Horticulture Greenkeeping-Sports Turf-Sports Ground Maintenance

SQA
Steven Wilson Groundsman / Landscaper