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Benjamin Hodges

Thornton,QLD

Summary

I am a thoroughly resourceful and reliable worker that is self motivated. I thrive in both independent and team environments. I am well-versed in field equipment, irrigation, and other agricultural practices. I have previous experience in 3 separate fields of agricultural practices. I am eager to learn and development more skills and enhance my understanding of other Agricultural practices. I am passionate about agricultural science and would like to find the most efficient and effective practice to improve yield and promote a healthy ecosystem.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Level 5 Farm Hand

Roseburn Farming Company Ltd Pty
11.2020 - Current
  • Operated tractors and tractor-drawn machinery to plow, harrow and fertilize soil or plants
  • Loaded and unloaded agricultural products into trucks
  • Harvested, weeded, fertilized, and planted to assist in crop production activities
  • Lubricated, adjusted and made minor repairs to farm equipment with a variety of tools
  • Gained the ability to make decisions based on my own judgment of what work needed to be completed and have the trust of my employers to do so
  • Undertook irrigation processes required for crop growth
  • Worked both independently and with other co-workers
  • Stepped into manageably roles
  • Overtime gained the responsibility of organizing and delegating jobs to other co-workers.
  • Supervised work activities of farm labourers and provided instruction and guidance.

Grade 2 Nursery Hand

Grass Carters
12.2021 - 11.2022
  • Worked with machinery to mow, harvest, plant, and load turf
  • Loaded and unloaded a variety of vehicles
  • Worked both independently and with other co-workers
  • Laid turf on both commercial and residential worksites
  • Undertook landscaping and gardening jobs
  • Overtime gained the ability to make decisions based on my own judgment of what work needed to be done
  • Undertook the setting up and starting of irrigation
  • Conducted maintenance on a variety of machinery using a variety of tools
  • Weeded the turf paddocks

Crop Scout

Meteora Agronomic Consulting
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Inspected fields, plants and crops for signs of pests and disease.
  • Monitored crop conditions and environmental changes, reporting findings to supervisor.
  • Coordinated with other crop scouts to provide efficient work flow and keep tasks prioritized.
  • Cleaned, maintained and properly stored agricultural equipment, keeping vehicles functional.
  • Team leader amongst other crop scouts
  • Involved in aphid egg collection to be analyst at Bayer research

Education

Downlands College
Toowoomba, QLD
2020

Horticulture Science

The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Gatton, QLD
12.2024

Skills

  • Ability to work independently and in Groups
  • Hard working and committed
  • Self-sufficient Enthusiastic
  • Curious and eager to learn
  • Resourceful
  • Organised and driven to achieve shared goals
  • Experience in Irrigation Systems
  • Understanding and have experience in; Soil Preparation and Crop Management
  • Have the ability to prioritise task and have the ability of complex Problem-Solving

Timeline

Crop Scout

Meteora Agronomic Consulting
12.2022 - 03.2023

Grade 2 Nursery Hand

Grass Carters
12.2021 - 11.2022

Level 5 Farm Hand

Roseburn Farming Company Ltd Pty
11.2020 - Current

Downlands College

Horticulture Science

The University of Queensland

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