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Brian Millstead

Singleton,NSW

Summary

Reliable laborer ready for challenging work in outdoor environments. Works great in any weather and always shows up on time. Offers skills in landscaping and building basic outdoor features to meet clients' needs. Hardworking and dependable at keeping grounds clean and trimmed for best appearance and growth. Familiar with different grasses, trees and shrubs with appropriate practices for each. Follows orders and safely uses variety of equipment to complete work. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Parks and Facilities Assistant

Walgett shire council
Collarenebri, NSW
10.2023 - Current
  • Cleaned up debris from trails, walkways and open spaces within the parks.
  • Inspected parks for safety hazards and took necessary corrective action.
  • Operated mowers, tractors, edgers and other landscaping equipment safely.
  • Repaired benches, picnic tables and other outdoor furniture as needed.
  • Performed regular maintenance and upkeep of park grounds, facilities and equipment.
  • Applied fertilizers, pesticides and chemicals to lawns to prepare for landscaping.
  • Cleaned and removed litter from parks, parking lot and other public areas.
  • Maintained and cleaned park restrooms, pavilions and other facilities.
  • Cut grass with gasoline-fueled riding lawn mowers, push power lawn mowers and string trimmers.
  • Operated pickup truck with attached trailer to transport equipment and materials to and from assigned areas.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
  • Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  • Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
  • Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
  • Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
  • Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.

Farm Hand

Donald Grant
Collarenebri, NSW
01.2010 - 09.2024
  • Planted seeds according to prescribed methods of production.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
  • Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
  • Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
  • Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
  • Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
  • Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
  • Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
  • Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
  • Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
  • Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
  • Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and barns.
  • Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
  • Fed and watered livestock, ensuring their health and well-being.
  • Managed irrigation systems to ensure adequate water distribution.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to livestock under supervision.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
  • Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock, including calving and lambing.
  • Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
  • Assisted in the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, ensuring timely and efficient processes.
  • Harvested crops manually and with machinery, minimizing loss and damage.
  • Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
  • Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
  • Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
  • Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.

Farm Hand

Colly farms
Collarenebri, NSW
01.2010 - 01.2024
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
  • Planted seeds according to prescribed methods of production.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
  • Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
  • Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
  • Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
  • Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
  • Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
  • Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
  • Harvested crops according to season and maintained records of yields.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and barns.
  • Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
  • Coordinated with farm management to plan and adjust tasks based on weather conditions and crop needs.
  • Managed irrigation systems to ensure adequate water distribution.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.

Labourer

Graincorp
Collarenebri, NSW
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
  • Maintained records of goods loaded and unloaded from vehicles.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks, forklifts, and other equipment.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment used for loading and unloading operations.
  • Assisted customers with loading purchases into their vehicles upon request.
  • Communicated effectively with drivers regarding any discrepancies between shipment documents and actual load.
  • Organized warehouse inventory according to product type and size.
  • Cleaned up spills promptly using approved cleaning agents and safely disposed of hazardous waste material.
  • Received incoming freight into the warehouse and ensured accurate placement in proper storage areas.
  • Provided assistance to co-workers when needed throughout the day including but not limited to lifting heavy objects and packing boxes.
  • Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
  • Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids, and boxes to designated areas.

Shearing

Kelly smith
Collarenebri, NSW
01.1980 - 01.2000
  • Utilized hand tools such as grinders, files, hammers for fine-tuning cuts after completion of the shearing process.
  • Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration, and shearing.
  • Assisted in shearing sheep by holding them securely during the process.
  • Assisted in shearing sheep during spring months when necessary.
  • Performed regular maintenance on shearing machine, including lubricating, cleaning, and tightening loose parts.
  • Managed the shearing of hundreds of sheep each day.
  • Operated shearing machines to cut sheet metal into desired sizes.
  • Organized events such as branding, gathering cattle, shearing sheep and other livestock activities.
  • Adhered to animal welfare regulations when handling animals for shearing.

Education

Walgett Public School
Walgett, NSW

Skills

  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Cleaning procedures
  • Waste disposal
  • Groundskeeping
  • Maintenance expertise
  • Repairs and maintenance
  • Utilities
  • Multitasking
  • Goal Setting
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time Management
  • Active Listening
  • Reliability

Certification

  • Loader Ticket
  • Bobcat Ticket
  • White card
  • Drivers License
  • Traffic control
  • Chainsaw Ticket

Timeline

Parks and Facilities Assistant

Walgett shire council
10.2023 - Current

Farm Hand

Donald Grant
01.2010 - 09.2024

Farm Hand

Colly farms
01.2010 - 01.2024

Labourer

Graincorp
01.2000 - 01.2005

Shearing

Kelly smith
01.1980 - 01.2000

Walgett Public School

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