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Carwyn Kawana

Summit Shearing
Howlong,NSW
12
years of professional experience

Most of my life i have been a shearer and i have done the odd jods while maintaining my shearing job,shearing has taken me all over New Zealand and Australia in the past 36years,

I have kept my fitness in check as shearing requires you too, but i think it time to exit the shearing industry while my fitness is till 100percent;

i have 3 children who have all left home to pursue their own careers and doing very well, i am singel so i can do overtime any time;i have no commitments at this time;

i would like to own a house one day ,thats my big dream

Work History

Shearer

10 Years 6 Months
Summit Shearing | 01.2016 - Current
  • Trained and mentored junior shearers on best practices and safety protocols.
  • Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced operational efficiency during shearing processes.
  • Operated shearing equipment efficiently to ensure high-quality wool production.
  • Conducted quality checks to maintain wool standards and minimize defects.
  • Maintained tools and equipment regularly to ensure operational reliability and safety compliance.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear communication and fostering a positive work environment among crew members.

Sugar Cane Harvesting

5 Months
Wilmar Sugar | 06.2015 - 11.2015
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Operating all kinds of machinery:sugar harvester machine that's cuts the cane stalks and strips off the leaves and cuts the cane stalks into small pieces
  • Haul out transporter: a tractor with a large bin that drives next to the harvester to catch the cut sugarcane and transport to the railway tracks

Koala Park

9 Months
Koala Park Sanctuary | 03.2014 - 12.2014

Assisted in safe restraint of animals during handling procedures. Provided feeding support to ensure proper nutrition for animals. Conducted basic behavior observations to monitor animal health.

Cared for a variety of animals, including cassowaries, koalas, kangaroos, emus, penguins, sheep, and red-tailed black cockatoos.
Assisted in the daily management and well-being of diverse wildlife species.
Supported animal rehabilitation efforts through dedicated attention and care.

presentations; demos; delivered live stage performances 3 times a day showing public how we shear a sheep; round sheep up into a pen; then show public how to throw a boomerang and catch it

Education

No Degree

Verdon College | Invercargill South Island New Zealand

Skills

Animal welfare
Flexibility
Sharp tool maintenance
Sheep handling
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Heavy lifting
Physical strength
Farm equipment operation
Safety protocols

Timeline

Shearer

Summit Shearing
01.2016 - CurrentRead More

Sugar Cane Harvesting

Wilmar Sugar
06.2015 - 11.2015Read More

Koala Park

Koala Park Sanctuary
03.2014 - 12.2014Read More

Verdon College

No Degree
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Carwyn Kawana