Benjamin Lewry
Tallandoon ,Vic
Summary
Knowledgeable farm hand with hands-on experience in dairy farm operations, consistently ensuring health and productivity of livestock. Managed daily tasks including feeding, milking, and maintaining equipment, contributing to efficient farm operations. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and adaptability in dynamic farm environments.
Agricultural professional with solid track record in managing livestock and dairy farm tasks. Proven ability to maintain animal health, optimize feeding schedules, and operate farm machinery efficiently. Collaborative team player focused on achieving farm goals and adapting to changing priorities, known for reliability and strong work ethic.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dairy Farm Hand
Millbrook Ellis & Co
Tallandoon
09.2022 - Current
• Daily am/pm milking in a rotary dairy
• Daily feeding out of silage and hay
• Monitoring and assisting calving cows
• Rearing calves and Monitoring health
• Daily moving of stock from paddock to dairy
• Fencing repairs and new fence builds
• Harvesting of silage and hay. Round bales
• Paddock renovating and seeding
• Spraying both boom and spot.
Forest Fire Fighter
Forest Fire Management Victoria
Eskdale, VIC
11.2016 - 07.2022
- Operated firefighting equipment to suppress wildfires effectively.
- Conducted fire line construction to enhance containment efforts.
- Collaborated with team members for coordinated response during emergency situations.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during firefighting operations.
- Led crew in executing controlled burns for fuel reduction initiatives.
Butcher
Yalandra Fine Foods
Albury, NSW
02.2011 - 06.2016
• prepared all meats from carcass to meal ready options
• Customer service
• Open and close the shop
• Supervise and train apprentices
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards
Builders Labourer
Critos Construction
Albury, NSW
02.2009 - 01.2011
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and site preparation tasks.
- Assisted in the installation of structural frameworks and fixtures.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines efficiently.
Education
Murray High School
Albury, NSWSkills
Hard working
Punctual
Honest
Efficient
Proactive
Cooperative
Certification
• White card OHS
• A cup
• Dozer operations
• Back hoe and loader
• Chainsaw cross cut and intermediate faller
• Heavy combination license
• Qualified Butcher
Timeline
Dairy Farm Hand
Millbrook Ellis & Co
09.2022 - Current
Forest Fire Fighter
Forest Fire Management Victoria
11.2016 - 07.2022
Butcher
Yalandra Fine Foods
02.2011 - 06.2016
Builders Labourer
Critos Construction
02.2009 - 01.2011
Murray High School