William Banks
Chester,Cheshire
Summary
Driven and reliable individual with robust leadership abilities and exceptional organisational skills, combined with hands-on experience in landscape management and team coordination. Expertise in planning maintenance schedules and overseeing staff ensures operational efficiency and high-quality results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Grounds maintenance supervisor
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Trust
Chester, Cheshire
2025.09 - Current
- Streamlined operations through innovative gardening techniques, enhancing overall site aesthetics.
- Prepared detailed work plans to ensure timely project completion.
- Established efficient working routines to improve team performance.
- Led preventative maintenance tasks, prolonged lifespan of equipment.
- Ensured safety standards with routine equipment inspections.
- Carried out risk assessments, reduced potential hazards on site.
- Coordinated waste disposal to maintain cleanliness and safety across sites.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for cost-effective procurement of resources.
- Operated lawn mower to maintain desired grass height and appearance.
Gardener
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Trust
Chester, Cheshire
2009.04 - 2025.09
- Monitored plants for early signs of disease, ensuring prompt intervention to maintain health.
- Enhanced plant health through targeted application of fertilisers and pesticides.
- Constructed flower beds to increase biodiversity in the garden area.
- Created a detailed work schedule to ensure timely completion of all tasks.
Landscape gardener
Long Green Landscapes
Chester, Cheshire
2008.03 - 2009.04
- Enhanced garden aesthetics through strategic planting, pruning, and cultivation of diverse plant species, resulting in visually appealing landscapes.
- Assisted in planning seasonal planting schedules for continual bloom display.
- Coordinated with architects and builders to construct complex landscape features, ensuring seamless integration of design elements across projects.
- Removed waste materials from site to maintain cleanliness and safety, contributing to a professional work environment.
Shop assistant
Dunelm Mill
Chester, Cheshire
2007.06 - 2008.03
- Streamlined checkout process with efficient bagging and wrapping practices to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated relationships with frequent shoppers, contributing to a loyal customer base.
- Advocated for sales and special promotions to drive store revenue growth.
- Communicated effectively with suppliers on delivery schedules, ensuring timely replenishments.
Lifeguard
Northgate Arena
Chester, Cheshire
2006.09 - 2007.04
- Helped organise special events like swimming competitions, enhancing community engagement.
- Administered first aid to individuals with minor injuries at events, promoting safety and well-being.
- Coordinated with other lifeguards for efficient work flow during peak hours.
- Assisted swimmers in distress, preventing potential accidents.
Education
NVQ Level 2 In Team Leading - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
Liverpool 2018.04 - 2019.03
NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship in Horticulture - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
Nantwich, Cheshire East 2011.04 - 2012.04
Functional skills level 2 English - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
Liverpool 2018.02 - 2018.03
Functional Skills Level 1 English - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
Liverpool 2018.01 - 2018.02
Functional skills level 1 Maths - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
Liverpool 2018.01 - 2018.02
Functional skills level 1 ICT - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
Liverpool 2018.01 - 2018.02
NPTC Level 3 award in ariel cutting of trees - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
Nantwich, Cheshire East 2017.11 - 2017.12
NPTC Level 2 Award in the use of Pesticides - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
Nantwich, Cheshire East 2010.07 - 2010.07
NPTC Level 2 Award Tree climbing and Rescue - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
Nantwich, Cheshire East 2011.11 - 2011.11
NPTC Level 2 Competence in chainsaw operations - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
Nantwich, Cheshire East 2009.12 - 2009.12
Edexcel Level 2 BTEC first diploma sport - Sports Science
Reaseheath College
Nantwich, Cheshire East 2005.09 - 2006.06
Skills
- Communicating with public
- Maintaining records
- Hazard identification and mitigation
- Groundskeeping techniques
- Pesticide usage knowledge
- Leadership excellence
- Safety compliance
Affiliations
- Running
- Ice Hockey
Languages
Spanish
Intermediate
Timeline
Grounds maintenance supervisor
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Trust
2025.09 - Current
NVQ Level 2 In Team Leading - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
2018.04 - 2019.03
Functional skills level 2 English - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
2018.02 - 2018.03
Functional Skills Level 1 English - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
2018.01 - 2018.02
Functional skills level 1 Maths - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
2018.01 - 2018.02
Functional skills level 1 ICT - Business skills sector
Wirral Met College
2018.01 - 2018.02
NPTC Level 3 award in ariel cutting of trees - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
2017.11 - 2017.12
NPTC Level 2 Award Tree climbing and Rescue - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
2011.11 - 2011.11
NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship in Horticulture - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
2011.04 - 2012.04
NPTC Level 2 Award in the use of Pesticides - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
2010.07 - 2010.07
NPTC Level 2 Competence in chainsaw operations - Environmental and land based sector
Reaseheath College
2009.12 - 2009.12
Gardener
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Trust
2009.04 - 2025.09
Landscape gardener
Long Green Landscapes
2008.03 - 2009.04
Shop assistant
Dunelm Mill
2007.06 - 2008.03
Lifeguard
Northgate Arena
2006.09 - 2007.04
Edexcel Level 2 BTEC first diploma sport - Sports Science
Reaseheath College
2005.09 - 2006.06