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Matthew Cunningham

Gatineau,QC

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Proactive manager with demonstrated leadership abilities, strategic planning expertise and problem-solving acumen. Assists senior managers with accomplishing demanding targets by encouraging staff and coordinating resources. Methodical and well-organized in optimizing coverage to meet operational demands.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager's Assistant

CFMWS/PSP-Hylands Golf Course
03.2014 - Current
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Assist in managing the maintenance of the golf course and club properties as well as applicable course equipment.
  • Managing over 30 unionized staff in delivering the best grounds condition and experience for the members.
  • Assist in the preparation of club budgets and business plans.

Assistant Superintendent

Rivermead Golf Course
03.2012 - 03.2014
  • Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
  • Trained over new unionized employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
  • Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
  • Instructed team members in groundskeeping practices, lawn cultivation, pruning and grounds design.
  • Trained personnel on irrigation, pest control and planting techniques to promote landscaping skills.
  • Enforced safety protocols for projects to minimize equipment accidents and personnel injuries.
  • Assessed soil and landscape conditions, selecting appropriate plants, trees and shrubs for projects.
  • Communicated with clients to provide price quotes, discuss design needs and schedule work.

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Eagle Creek Golf Course
03.2009 - 03.2012

Foreman

Pinegrove Country Club
05.2000 - 11.2008

Education

Certificate of Golf Course Management - Golf Course Management

Institue De Technologie Agroalimentaire
St-Hyacinthe, QC
04.2005

College Degree - Visual And Creative Arts

Dawson College
Montreal, QC
06.2002

High School Diploma -

Richelieu Valley High School
McMasterville, QC
06.1998

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Team Motivation
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Leader
  • Attention to detail
  • Ponctual

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Certification

· OVTA member

· Landscape exterminator Licence

· IPM certified

· DND 404 Drivers licence

· Chainsaw licence

· Working from heights/boom lift certification

· First Aid and CPR training

Additional Information

Winter Work

Snow removal- 10 years

Flood/maintain Ice rink- Rideau Canal 2009

Flood/maintain ice rink Hylands Golf

Groom cross country ski trails Hylands Golf

Timeline

Manager's Assistant

CFMWS/PSP-Hylands Golf Course
03.2014 - Current

Assistant Superintendent

Rivermead Golf Course
03.2012 - 03.2014

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Eagle Creek Golf Course
03.2009 - 03.2012

Foreman

Pinegrove Country Club
05.2000 - 11.2008

Certificate of Golf Course Management - Golf Course Management

Institue De Technologie Agroalimentaire

College Degree - Visual And Creative Arts

Dawson College

High School Diploma -

Richelieu Valley High School

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