THOMAS MICHAEL BUTT
Jugiong,Australia
Summary
I am currently considering a career path in tourism/travel, and I think the park ranger role would be a perfect transition into this industry. I believe my pest control, machinery operating and labouring skills as a farmer compliment my strength in communication that I have obtained over years of performing gigs in front of large crowds and working in hospitality.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agricultural Field Worker
Kalyx
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted with seeding activities such as processing, packing, storing, or transporting produce while ensuring quality standards were upheld consistently throughout the supply chain process.
- Maintained proper care of farm tools, equipment, and facilities to ensure longevity and minimize downtime due to repairs or replacements.
- Provided essential support during seeding season by operating machinery and manually sowing crops when needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by demonstrating a strong work ethic, effective communication skills, and a willingness to learn from new experiences while working as an Agricultural Field Worker.
- Maintained open communication with farm supervisors regarding progress updates and any challenges faced during daily operations.
Machine Operator
Alcorn Farming
09.2023 - Current
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Streamlined harvesting operations by coordinating closely with farm managers on crop schedules and field conditions.
- Optimized equipment utilization by scheduling regular maintenance checks, preventing unexpected breakdowns during peak harvest times.
- Played a key role in meeting seasonal deadlines through effective time management skills and adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges.
- Machinery driven: Baler, Windrower, Rake, Chaser Bin
Farm Hand
Oxton Park
01.2021 - Current
- Operating heavy machinery.
- Building, fixing and maintaining fences/various other structures.
- Sheep husbandry.
- Use of hand and power tools.
- General labouring.
Gig Musician
01.2016 - Current
- I was accepted to study a Bachelor of Music Performance at AIM (Australian Institute of Music).
- Performing regular gigs once or twice every weekend at various pubs & bars, weddings, birthdays, funerals and much more.
- Instruments played; singing, acoustic guitar, drums (Some ukulele and harmonica).
- I play regular gigs and am willing to bring my instruments and sing if gigs are available.
- I play solo or in a band.
Farm Hand
Family Farm
01.1999 - Current
- Grew up on a sheep and cattle farm in country NSW.
- Mustering sheep/cattle.
- Tending to horses.
- Fixing fences.
- Bailing Hay.
- Cutting wood (chainsaw operations).
Machine Operator
Godde Farms PTY LTD
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Operating farm machinery including; combine, tractor, skid steer, forklift, sprayer, truck, rake, windrower, JCB telehandler, mower conditioner, baler etc.
- General farm duties; fixing, preparing and maintaining all farm machinery required for seeding and harvest.
- Using pressure washer to clean machinery and shop.
Bartender/Mixologist
Lighthorse Hotel, Harden/The Sir George, Jugiong/The Clubhouse, Yass
01.2017 - 01.2025
- Mixing drinks, pouring beer, serving customers, working the till and eftpos machine, balancing till, managing staff, ordering and maintaining stock, booking musicians and other acts, checking IDs/Security, serving customers, party captain/pub crawl leader, etc.
Labourer
Rockbreaking Solutions
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted regular inspections of rig equipment, identifying areas in need of maintenance or replacement before they resulted in costly delays or hazards to workers' safety.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities such as drills performed, materials used, and time spent on each task for efficient reporting and analysis purposes.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs that significantly increased equipment lifespan and minimized repair costs.
Machinery Operator
GT Landholdings
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Operating farm machinery including; combine, tractor, skid steer, forklift, sprayer, semi etc.
- General farm duties; fixing and preparing all farm machinery required for seeding and harvest.
- Using pressure washer to clean machinery and shop.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by following established guidelines for safe machinery operation at all times.
Ski Lift Operator/Base Operations
Vail Resorts
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Company Overview: First ski resort I moved to in Canada, located in a small town in Ontario about an hour west of Ottawa.
- Lift operator; swinging chairs, scanning tickets, top hut supervising duty, lift maintenance, shovelling snow.
- Base operations; clearing snow, cleaning bathrooms and all areas of the base of the mountain, monitoring parking lots, any jobs that need to be done at the base of the mountain.
- First ski resort I moved to in Canada, located in a small town in Ontario about an hour west of Ottawa.
Removalist
Maddens Solutions
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Transporting customers belongings when they are moving homes.
- Clearing owners' belongings in their home when it is being used for a movie set and returning all the belongings exactly the way they were when the film crew leaves.
- Moving elderly people into nursing homes as well as internal moves.
Lift Operator/General Maintenance/Rental Tech
Calabogie Resort
10.2018 - 03.2019
- As this was a small resort (hill) we were exposed to almost every different job at the resort.
- From operating the lifts to fitting ski boots to renting out gear and even working in the kitchen and helping out in the bar.
- Driving sleds was also another part of the job.
Labourer (Railway)
Weedmasters
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Working inside the rail corridor, spraying weeds, slashing grass (tractor, skid steer), whipper snipping weeds.
Lifeguard
Hilltops Council
11.2015 - 03.2018
- Supervising the pool and patrons.
- Applying first aid when necessary.
- Performing and keeping the pH and chlorine at the right levels.
- Selling tickets, balancing the till, making and selling food and drinks.
Education
Certificate II - Construction Pathways
TAFE NSW
NSW09-2017
HSC - High School Grade 12
MATER DEI CATHOLIC COLLEGE
01.2017
Skills
- International Drivers License
- Rigid Truck License (learner)
- White Card (construction): June 2015
- Responsible Service of Alcohol and Gaming (June 2017 - June 2027)
- Machine Operator
- Maintenance
- Forklift
- Inventory
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Loader Operation
- Weed management
Certification
- International Drivers Licence, 06/01/15, Present
- Heavy Rigid Truck Licence, 06/01/15, Present
- White Card (Construction), 06/01/15, Present
- WH&S construction, 03/01/18, Present
- Responsible Service of Alcohol and Gaming, 06/01/17, 06/01/27
- Chemical Accreditation, 02/01/18, 12/31/24
- Certificate II in construction pathways, 01/01/20, Present
Relocation
My partner Claudia and I are moving to the Invercargill area, as Claudia has just accepted a role as a Veterinarian for Vetco, who have branches in Kennington and Edendale. Claudia’s job starts mid-September 2025, but I will be moving over later in the year as I’ll be working on harvest in Australia (depending on the season), up until November/December 2025.
Timeline
Agricultural Field Worker
Kalyx
03.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
Godde Farms PTY LTD
09.2024 - 01.2025
Labourer
Rockbreaking Solutions
01.2024 - 09.2024
Machine Operator
Alcorn Farming
09.2023 - Current
Farm Hand
Oxton Park
01.2021 - Current
Ski Lift Operator/Base Operations
Vail Resorts
10.2019 - 03.2020
Removalist
Maddens Solutions
06.2019 - 08.2019
Lift Operator/General Maintenance/Rental Tech
Calabogie Resort
10.2018 - 03.2019
Machinery Operator
GT Landholdings
09.2018 - 11.2020
Labourer (Railway)
Weedmasters
04.2018 - 09.2018
Bartender/Mixologist
Lighthorse Hotel, Harden/The Sir George, Jugiong/The Clubhouse, Yass
01.2017 - 01.2025
Gig Musician
01.2016 - Current
Lifeguard
Hilltops Council
11.2015 - 03.2018
Farm Hand
Family Farm
01.1999 - Current
HSC - High School Grade 12
MATER DEI CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Certificate II - Construction Pathways
TAFE NSW
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