Mark Rudd

Experience

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  Alan Rudd Blacksmith

  Sept 2000 - Jun 2008

  Blacksmith
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  McVitie's UK

  Jun 2008 - Dec 2008

  Warehouse Operative
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  Hackney Homes

  Jan 2009 - Sept 2009

  Grounds Maintenance Operative
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  Fountains

  Sept 2009 - Dec 2009

  Grounds Maintenance Operative
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  National Trust

  Jan 2010 - Jul 2014

  Ranger

  As a National Trust ranger i had a many aspects to my job this included machine maintenance. General maintenance of the woodland, meadows and lakes on the estate. Such as felling, cross cutting and chipping tree. Coppicing. Mowing and scrub clearing grassland. Clearing invasive species, removing algea. And much more.I was involved in special projects including building a raft for terns to nest on, building a bird hide and surveying moths, bats and notable trees.Lake edge management, this included felling and coppicing trees for marginal planting and returning the old vista, planting water plants, lake dredging, micro-chalking, stopping algal blooms.Making foundations for new sheds.Building new footpaths and stepsI enjoyed having full responsibility of the ‘Employment Volunteer Parties’ from meeting them to introducing them to the projects they will be assisting with.During my time here I instigated the first fish survey at the park which is now a regular occurrence. Reformed all the machine maintenance records.Duties also included, Setting up the estate ready for functions such as weddings and filming projects. Giving talks to school groups. Daily organisation of volunteers. Helping on large events, etc. Show less

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  OpenSpace (Cumbria) Ltd

  Jul 2014 - Apr 2015

  Conservation and Habitat Officer

  Working for Open Space was a varied and interesting job. My main role was peatland restoration. This involved felling trees, chipping the brash and removal of the timber off the site. It was followed up by sensitive weed and rhododendron clearing/spraying. This was mainly carried out during autumn to spring. I would mainly be using chainsaw and spraying equipment but also a Softtrak, Mini digger, chipper and Quad bike.In the summer months I would carry out wildflower meadow restoration such as planting and sowing wildflowers and trees. There was also wildflower seedcollection/sorting/propagation to be undertaken.At other times I would be carrying out bat surveying. Garden landscaping and maintenance. Machinery maintenance. Tree work. Erecting fencing. Show less

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  Center Parcs

  Apr 2015 - Sept 2015

  Adventure Golf Attendant

  Ticket sales and golf course maintenance.

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  Patterdale Hall Residential Adventure Learning Centre

  Sept 2015 - Aug 2021

  Ground and Maintenance

  When I first joined Patterdal Hall there hadn't been a gardener for over 30 year. The gardens were in a poor state. The flower beds were neglected full of weeds and self seeded trees and shrubs. The paths were almost unrecognisable. The glasshouse was very rotten and in a bad state of repair. I spent several years restoring all of the aspects to something quite different and respectable. Not only was there a large garden but 80 acres of fellside and woodland.My job was split into two parts the outside which required general garden maintenance. (Strimming, weeding, mowing, etc). Tree planting and general tree work. Plant propagation, growing and planting. Hanging basket and container planting. General building works. (Rebuilding dry stone walls, repairing and making new doors, etc). Machinery maintenance. Estate work. (Erecting fences, repairing paths, removing invasive species, etc)Then there was the indoor part to my work which included caretaker duties. (Changing bulbs, decorating, drainage, general repairs, etc). Standard compliance. (Water temperature and water hygiene tests, fire alarm/extinguisher/emergency lighting tests, vehicle checks.) Show less

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  Netherby Hall

  Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

  Ornamental Gardener

  As Ornamental Gardener at Netherby Hall I am tasked with maintaining the gardens which includes weeding, planting, general garden care as well as some propagation. I am very much involved with planning future projects, from researching, designing, ordering and all the way through to planting and maintaining new areas.As part of a team on a large private estate I also have to help in other areas such as fencing, machinery maintenance, dealing with clients and contractors, helping in other departments and many other jobs. As one of the only people with a variety of machinery experience such as tractor driving, chippers, sprayers, chainsaws, etc I am called upon to deal with any situation that arises like a fallen trees, moving bulk loads with the tractor, helping the groundsman to mow or strip, etc. I am involved with student development and guided tours.After only 4 months in my position as Ornamental Gardener I was made the head of grounds which includes my own areas, such as borders, beds, planters, ponds, cut flowers, wildflower meadow. I also had to organise the groundsman, any contractors that maybe on site to working on such things as topping the meadows, general repairs. Show less

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  The Gilchrist Collection

  Apr 2023 - May 2024

  Estate Manager

  As the Estates Manager at Dalston Hall, I am responsible for the up keep of both the interior and exterior of the Hall and grounds.The internal part of the role jobs includes, but not limited to the general maintenance and standard compliance of the building, such as repairs, decorating, legionella testing, fire alarms/extinguishers/lighting, heating system, basic plumbing and electrical work.As for the exterior I am responsible for but not limited to, Garden design, purchasing, planting and maintenance of new areas, bed, borders, etc, garden restoration, general garden maintenance. (Strimming, weeding, mowing, etc), general tree work and woodland maintenance, container planting, machinery maintenance.I am also responsible for arranging any works to be carried out on the grounds or the building and dealing with contractors on site. Any purchases needed for works to be carried out. Stock control. Inspection and reports. Show less

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  Springkell

  May 2024 - Aug 2024

  Head Gardener

  As Head Gardener at Springkell I am responsible for seasonal maintenance of all flowerbeds, shrubs, vegetable gardens, lawns, hedges, formal areas, displays such as tubs/pots/planters and trees.Carrying out formative, seasonal and rejuvenating pruning of deciduous and evergreen trees, shrubs, climbers and hedges.Discussing planting schemes, design and planning of garden areas with the owners.Ensuring a tidy and clean propagation area, glasshouse, polytunnel and coldframe. Cleaning, watering and damping down as required.To propagate plants from seed, cuttings, pricking out, potting on, etc.To use equipment such as mowers (ride on and push), strimmers, hedge cutters, quad bike, Land rover, tractor, scarifier, chainsaw, chipper, hand tools, as well as any other machinery hired for tasks.The appropriate, timely and safe use of pesticides.Maintenance of paths, walls and other hard landscaping. Show less

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  Netherby Hall

  Sept 2024 - now

  Ornamental Gardener

  As Ornamental Gardener at Netherby Hall I am tasked with maintaining the gardens which includes weeding, planting, general garden care as well as some propagation. I am very much involved with planning future projects, from researching, designing, ordering and all the way through to planting and maintaining new areas.As part of a team on a large private estate I also have to help in other areas such as fencing, machinery maintenance, dealing with clients and contractors, helping in other departments and many other jobs. As one of the only people with a variety of machinery experience such as tractor driving, chippers, sprayers, chainsaws, etc I am called upon to deal with any situation that arises like a fallen trees, moving bulk loads with the tractor, helping the groundsman to mow or strip, etc. I am involved with student development and guided tours. Show less