Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Completed Dairy Apprenticeship
Languages
Timeline
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Benjamin Berechree

Legerwood

Summary

Dairy Manager with proven success at Duncan McDonald, enhancing herd health through effective vaccinations and monitoring. Skilled in animal husbandry and time management, I streamlined operations to boost productivity and reduce calf mortality. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and compliance for optimal milk production quality.

Experienced with livestock care and dairy farm operations, ensuring smooth daily routines and animal well-being. Utilizes practical skills in feeding, milking, and equipment maintenance to support farm goals. Strong understanding of farm procedures and safety protocols, contributing to efficient and safe farm environments.

Professional, reliable farm worker with practical experience in dairy farming operations. Skilled in animal care, milking procedures, and maintaining equipment. Focused on teamwork and adapting to changing needs to ensure efficient farm management. Dependable and goal-oriented, ensuring high productivity and quality results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dairy Farm Hand

J&M Williams Nom
02.2022 - Current
  • Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
  • Improved overall dairy farm efficiency by streamlining daily tasks and maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, grooming, and monitoring general health conditions.
  • Enhanced milk production quality by strictly adhering to hygiene standards and performing regular equipment maintenance.
  • Aided in calf-rearing procedures by providing appropriate nutrition, housing, and medical attention as needed.
  • Assisted in increasing overall herd health through preventative care measures, such as vaccinations and worming
  • Maintained a high standard of animal welfare by closely monitoring living conditions and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
  • Milking 650 herd

Dairy Farm Hand

Wayne Bowen
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences and irrigation lines necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
  • Operated various farm machinery including tractors and bikes
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Supported efficient milking operations ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products
  • Milking 1000 cow herd

Dairy Manager

Duncan McMonald
06.2019 - 01.2021
  • Improved herd health with regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
  • Managed dairy farm personnel for effective task delegation, scheduling, and overall productivity.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness, complying with industry regulations to ensure quality product output.
  • Oversaw pasture management activities such as seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and irrigation system maintenance .
  • Reduced calf mortality rates through proper care and management of newborn calves.
  • Managed 550 herd

Dairy Manager

Wayne Saward
06.2013 - 05.2019
  • Streamlined dairy operations for increased productivity by optimizing staff scheduling and task delegation.
  • Enhanced dairy department efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems.
  • Enhanced milk production by implementing efficient animal nutrition and feeding strategies.
  • Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
  • Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
  • Managing 800 herd

Education

High School Diploma -

Marist Regional College
Burnie, TAS
12.1992

Some College (No Degree) - Completed Year 11

Hellyer College
Burnie, TAS

Skills

  • Milking proficiency
  • Calving assistance
  • Fence repair
  • Newborn calf care
  • Vaccination administration
  • Pasture management
  • Supplement feeding
  • Artificial insemination
  • Animal husbandry
  • Basic veterinary skills
  • Machinery operation
  • Animal nutrition
  • Herd health monitoring
  • Time management
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Facility repairs

Certification

  • Dairy Apprenticeship 1996-1999
  • Safely working with heights course completed April 2025
  • Working in confined spaces course completed March 2025


Completed Dairy Apprenticeship

Completed my 3 year dairy apprenticeship with Rod Garton in 1996-1999 at Woolnorth NW Tas

This included TAFE study .

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dairy Farm Hand

J&M Williams Nom
02.2022 - Current

Dairy Farm Hand

Wayne Bowen
02.2021 - 02.2022

Dairy Manager

Duncan McMonald
06.2019 - 01.2021

Dairy Manager

Wayne Saward
06.2013 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Marist Regional College

Some College (No Degree) - Completed Year 11

Hellyer College

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