Highly-motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a desire to learn whilst taking on new challenges. I am highly adaptable, willing to work hard and give most things a go. I have strong interpersonal skills and am adept at working effectively unsupervised whilst quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
General Farm Hand
Buronga Organics
Cootamundra, Nsw
03.2024 - 04.2024
Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
Operated and maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
Sprayed fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus and weed growth.
Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
Monitored livestock health and nutrition.
Performed daily animal husbandry duties, such as milking cows, feeding animals and cleaning pens.
Operated tractors, harvesters and other agricultural vehicles safely.
Prepared soil for planting by tilling or plowing fields.
Weeded gardens or crop areas by hand or with hoes.
Sprayed fertilizers or herbicides on plants according to instructions.
Provided assistance during calving season by ensuring newborn calves were healthy and had access to food and water.
Watered and fed livestock and cleaned pens and enclosures to maintain farm animal health.
Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales and enclosures.
Attached plows, sprayers or harvesters to tractors with bolts or hand tools.
Weed Sprayer
Southern Slopes Weed Services
Harden, Nsw
11.2023 - 01.2024
Performed regular maintenance and repair of weed spraying equipment.
Maintained accurate records of chemical use, areas sprayed, and other related tasks.
Assessed the size and scope of each job before beginning work.
Utilized appropriate safety precautions when working with chemicals or operating sprayers.
Monitored weather conditions to ensure safe application of herbicides.
Determined optimal timing for application of herbicides in order to maximize effectiveness.
Calibrated sprayers to ensure proper coverage and accuracy of applications.
Cleaned nozzles, filters, tanks, hoses, and other components after each job.
Inspected sites prior to treatment to identify existing weeds and determine best methods for control.
Identified potential hazards such as power lines, bodies of water, sensitive plants., before beginning spraying activities.
Shearer
Heath Kirk
Mobile, Nsw
10.2023 - 10.2023
Assisted with the sorting, grading, and baling of wool fleeces.
Adhered to animal welfare regulations when handling animals for shearing.
Worked closely with other staff members to ensure efficient production times.
Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding daily tasks and progress.
Troubleshoot any issues that arose during the shearing process.
Kept accurate records of stock numbers and inventory levels throughout the shift.
Organized fleeces according to customer specifications for shipment purposes.
Inspected machinery prior to use to identify potential problems or hazards.
Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
Education
Year 9 - Highschool
Murrumburrah Highschool
Harden, NSW
12-2022
Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving
Professionalism
Teamwork and Communication
Willingness to learn new skills
Heavy Lifting
Time Management Skills
Horticulture knowledge, Pest Control and Livestock care