Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Colin Patterson

Wallabadah,NSW

Summary

Dedicated and passionate seedstock individual with 22 years in current managerial position, 40 years' experience in the seedstock industry, excelling in genetic selection, livestock husbandry, herd performance and recordkeeping. Proven track record in livestock marketing and team supervision, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Seedstock Manager

Neville Pastoral Company Pty Ltd
Wallabadah
07.2003 - Current
  • I have 40 years of experience working in the seed stock industry.
  • I have been a hands-on working manager responsible for all aspects associated with running a seedstock operation.
  • I have coordinated genetic selection and herd recordkeeping.
  • Maintained farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure, with assistance from contractors.
  • I planned and conducted all aspects of the seedstock on-property sale.
  • Planned marketing for livestock sales.
  • Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs to maximize production.
  • I planned and implemented pasture improvement and fodder production.
  • Organized the purchase of supplies such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
  • Complied with practices and principles of biosecurity to safeguard life and health of animals.
  • Established safety procedures and took action to minimize safety incidents on farm.
  • Worked closely with the owner to achieve his desired outcomes.

Stud Overseer

Gyranda Pastoral Company
Theodore, QLD
11.1993 - 06.2003
  • I was responsible for staff supervision and training, supervising up to eight staff members and in owners' absence ensured a smooth operation of the business.
  • Implemented safe animal welfare practices.
  • Prepared show and sale cattle.
  • I performed all aspects of the job, including mustering, branding, vaccinating, weaning, and animal selection in a safe manner.
  • Property maintenance, including fencing, water infrastructure, and farming, and irrigation.

Stud Groom/Stockman

Cumberland Santa Gertrudis Stud
Longreach, QLD
01.1992 - 10.1993

Stationhand

Yalana Simmentals
Gundaroo, NSW
05.1991 - 09.1993

Stud Groom

King Ranch Santa Gertrudis Stud
Leyburn, QLD
11.1985 - 04.1991

3rd Year Jackaroo

Murrumbo
Bylong, NSW
01.1985 - 11.1985

Education

Certificate in Animal Production -

Longreach Pastoral College
Longreach
12-1984

High School Diploma -

Scots PGC
Warwick
12-1982

Skills

  • Genetic selection
  • Herd recordkeeping
  • Animal husbandry
  • Farm equipment maintenance
  • Livestock marketing
  • Supply procurement
  • Team supervision
  • Biosecurity compliance
  • Safety management
  • Training development
  • Effective communication
  • Negotiation skills
  • Project management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Adaptability
  • Administration and reporting
  • Problem-solving
  • Risk management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Scheduling and coordinating
  • Safety procedures

Certification

  • Current NSW HC, R Driver's Licence
  • NSW Firearms Licence Permit
  • Chemical Accreditation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Seedstock Manager

Neville Pastoral Company Pty Ltd
07.2003 - Current

Stud Overseer

Gyranda Pastoral Company
11.1993 - 06.2003

Stud Groom/Stockman

Cumberland Santa Gertrudis Stud
01.1992 - 10.1993

Stationhand

Yalana Simmentals
05.1991 - 09.1993

Stud Groom

King Ranch Santa Gertrudis Stud
11.1985 - 04.1991

3rd Year Jackaroo

Murrumbo
01.1985 - 11.1985

Certificate in Animal Production -

Longreach Pastoral College

High School Diploma -

Scots PGC
Colin Patterson