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Alex Cole

Alex Cole

Ravensthorpe,WA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in livestock management. Excelled in enhancing animal safety and efficiency in pastureland usage and finishing in feedlot. Skilled in low stress handling in a fast paced environment and maintenance of agricultural equipment, demonstrating leadership in training staff and improving operational protocols.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinery Operator

Philips River Grazing- Peter Beli 0427381122
03.2024 - Current
  • Seeding on 12000 ha dry land arable farm.
  • Maintenance of tractor and machinery
  • Use of equipment including - digger, loader, 600hp tractor.

Livestock Handler

Richard Parr - Max parr +447738256126
09.2019 - 03.2024
  • Feedlot and suckler farm
  • Picking cattle for slaughter each week
  • Assisted in the training of new staff members, sharing knowledge of best practices in livestock handling.
  • Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying potential issues early for proactive intervention.
  • Enhanced animal safety by implementing proper handling techniques and following established protocols.
  • Ensured optimal livestock nutrition with careful selection of feed ingredients and supplements.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians to develop treatment plans for injured or sick animals.
  • Enhanced pastureland usage efficiency by rotating grazing areas according to seasonal conditions and animal needs.
  • Facilitated smooth loading/unloading processes during transportation utilizing proper restraint methods to avoid injury.
  • Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of stock, prioritizing health and wellness.
  • Low stress handling

Machinery Operator

Bluegrass Contracting
09.2017 - 09.2019
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maintenance on tractors and trucks
  • Travel stations and stay onsite to complete work.

Education

Diploma Of Agriculture - Agriculture

Cannington Collage,
Bridgewater United Kindom
09.2014

Skills

  • Extensive experience with handling and management of livestock
  • Low stress handling
  • Confident horse and bike rider
  • Experience loading and transporting livestock
  • Experienced with bull beef
  • Experienced with calving
  • Experienced dehorning and branding

Timeline

Machinery Operator

Philips River Grazing- Peter Beli 0427381122
03.2024 - Current

Livestock Handler

Richard Parr - Max parr +447738256126
09.2019 - 03.2024

Machinery Operator

Bluegrass Contracting
09.2017 - 09.2019

Diploma Of Agriculture - Agriculture

Cannington Collage,

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