Cameron Morrison
Saint Arnaud,VIC
Summary
Dynamic agronomist with a proven track record at Driscollag, specializing in soil health assessments and crop management strategies. Adept at integrating sustainable practices and mentoring teams, I excel in problem-solving and communication, driving significant improvements in crop performance and grower satisfaction. Committed to enhancing agricultural productivity through innovative solutions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agronomist
Driscollag
02.2018 - Current
- Recommend crop management practices.
- Conducted soil health assessments using advanced diagnostic tools to inform agronomic practices.
- Provided guidance and recommendations regarding planting and cultivation methods.
- Advised food growers on ways to best use land and most advantageous crops to grow.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports on pest management strategies.
- Conducted field observations to evaluate crop performance and growth conditions.
- Mentored junior agronomists, enhancing team competency in precision agriculture techniques.
Branch Manager
Agrimac
11.2015 - 12.2017
- Led branch operations, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
- Developed strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Analyzed performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated marketing efforts to increase local brand awareness and engagement.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Led branch operations, achieving consistent sales growth through strategic planning and execution.
- Fostered relationships with key clients, increasing customer loyalty and retention rates.
Agronomist
Harberger Farm Supply
01.2013 - 11.2015
- Collaborated with teams to implement sustainable farming techniques.
- Engaged in continuous learning about agronomic principles and best practices.
- Supervised fertilizer and pesticide applications.
- Conducted soil samples for analysis to determine future crop placement.
- Provided timely advice on weather-related threats to crops, enabling farmers to take preventative measures against potential damage.
Project Manager
Agriculture Victoria
03.2001 - 11.2012
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project timelines and coordinated resources to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project delays.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project goals and expectations.
- Monitored project progress using tracking tools, ensuring adherence to timelines.
- Mentored junior project managers, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Established communication protocols that enhanced collaboration across departments.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Education
Diploma - Project Management
University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC06-2007
Skills
- Soil sample analysis
- Herbicide program management
- Fertilizer expertise
- Pesticides and chemical applications
- Plant breeding experience
- Post-harvest handling
- Integrated pest management
- Crop care consultation
- Crop rotation planning
- Weed identification
- Crop management expertise
- Soil fertility analysis
- Herbicide program development
- Cover crop integration
- Pesticide management
- Soil sample data
- Nutrient management planning
- Fertilizer use
- Sustainable agriculture strategies
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management abilities
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Languages
English
Timeline
Agronomist
Driscollag
02.2018 - Current
Branch Manager
Agrimac
11.2015 - 12.2017
Agronomist
Harberger Farm Supply
01.2013 - 11.2015
Project Manager
Agriculture Victoria
03.2001 - 11.2012
Diploma - Project Management
University of Ballarat