Film Production Assistant / Director & Production Support - Steve Sklair Films Limited
(2026-02)
- Assisted with the direction and production of a film, working closely with the production lead.
- Supported the planning, organisation and coordination of filming activities.
- Assisted with the practical requirements involved in bringing the film production together.
- Worked collaboratively with the production team to ensure filming activities were organised and completed effectively.
- Demonstrated initiative, reliability and adaptability in a creative and fast-moving production environment.
- Assisted with problem-solving and practical decision-making throughout the production process.
- Developed additional experience in film production, directing, organisation, communication and creative project coordination.
Head Gardener – Ground Control - National Maritime Museum, Greenwich - Greenwich
(2023-03 - 2026-02)
- Performed weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, deadheading, topiary, fertilising, watering, ride-on and pedestrian mowing, edging, strimming, aerating, scarifying, reseeding, cultivating, composting and propagating.
- Carried out jet washing of hard surfaces, bin collection, litter picking, weed control and tree care.
- Oversaw a dedicated team of two gardeners and managed day-to-day maintenance of the museum's gardens and grounds.
- Implemented longer-term strategies to improve green spaces, including plant selection and seasonal displays.
- Developed sustainable gardening techniques and practices aligned with the museum's values.
- Worked collaboratively to maintain and improve the visitor environment.
Head Gardener – Ground Control - Tower of London - London
(2022-09 - 2023-03)
- Maintained the estate's gardens and grounds to a high standard, arranging work around historical traditions, events, public footfall and residents.
- Undertook weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, deadheading, topiary, fertilising, watering, mowing, edging, strimming, aerating, scarifying, reseeding, cultivating, composting and propagating.
- Maintained detailed borders, topiary, formal hedging, lawns and other garden features with strong attention to detail.
- Supported development and renovation of gardens in keeping with the historical nature of the site and its 11th-century design influences.
- Supported team development and encouraged professional training.
- Created calendar-based programmes for individual plant care using extensive plant knowledge.
- Applied organic and regenerative gardening methods with an emphasis on biodiversity.
- Maintained records of seasonal gardening tasks, plant requirements and costs, while identifying ways to improve efficiency.
- Assisted with planting schemes, seasonal changes and evolving garden designs.
- Maintained tools, equipment and materials, including records relating to damage, HAVS, servicing, accidents and chemical documentation.
Subcontractor - Nature Inspired – Private Work - Lambeth
(2021-04 - 2022-06)
- Managed a team deconstructing pallets and repurposing materials into planters and bike racks for urban regeneration in Lambeth.
- Promoted sustainability, recycling and community engagement.
- Coordinated tasks efficiently and provided safety guidance for handling materials.
- Worked with local stakeholders and volunteers to encourage community ownership.
- Carried out weekly grounds maintenance of refurbished areas and planters.
Grounds Keeper - Beckenham Crematorium – Dignity - Beckenham
(2018 - 2021)
- Maintained a large cemetery covering approximately 44 acres, including approximately 250 rose plants and more than 500 memorial gardens.
- Undertook pruning, watering, fertilising and pest control while maintaining the site sensitively and respectfully.
- Undertook grave digging and burial duties, constructed new memorial gardens and assisted with headstone repairs.
- Ensured work was completed safely and professionally for visitors and bereaved families.
Grounds Maintenance / Pitch Management - Greenwich University Campus, Eltham – Sodexo - Eltham
(2019-03 - 2021-09)
- Oversaw daily upkeep, lining and maintenance of 3G, 4G and grass football pitches, including surface inspections and minor repairs.
- Planned maintenance around student classes and university events to minimise disruption.
- Led grounds staff and contractors, delegated tasks and maintained high standards.
- Enforced health and safety procedures, conducted risk assessments and ensured safe equipment use.
- Maintained cleanliness, managed waste and debris, and reduced noise and disruption through effective scheduling.
- Kept records of maintenance activities and equipment inspections and reported issues and incidents to management.
Grounds Maintenance Worker & Chargehand - Glendale – Southeast London / Lewisham Council - Southeast London
(2008 - 2017)
- Coordinated a team of up to 10 staff overseeing approximately 25 parks across Southeast London.
- Maintained inner-city green areas, estate blocks, playgrounds, parks, gardens, memorials and churchyards.
- Maintained ponds, riverbanks, urban green spaces and leisure centres.
- Supervised teams, planned workloads and routes, and ensured productivity and safety targets were achieved.
- Maintained high standards of customer service and professionalism with clients and the public.
- Reported productivity, health and safety information, equipment requirements, servicing and job details to management.
- Estimated workloads and timescales and interviewed and assessed workers regarding abilities, qualifications and licences.
- Checked vehicles, secured work sites and containers, and managed sign-in/sign-out procedures.
Chargehand - Glendale – Tower Hamlets, Bow Church - Tower Hamlets
(2008 - 2017)
- Managed a team of five grounds maintenance staff.
- Oversaw mowing, strimming, hedge cutting, weeding, ride-on mowing, blowing and weed control.
- Coordinated daily schedules, allocated work and ensured safety procedures were followed.
- Conducted inspections and quality checks and planned workloads around weather and seasonal requirements.
