Derek Watts
Walcha,NSW
Summary
Skilled Contractor Farm Machinery and Farming Manager with a proven track record in machinery operations and maintenance, and exceptional animal handling skills. Expert in executing complex projects independently, enhancing safety, and improving operational efficiencies. Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and communicating effectively with stakeholders. Achieved significant improvements in farm productivity and animal health management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Contractor Farm Machinery
Self Employed
02.2015 - Current
Preforming specific tasks in earthmoving and preparing areas for future development
Loading and unloading of equipment and materials
Preforming hazard assessment before commencement ensuring appropriate safety has been achieved by all involved
Carry out tasks independently with out supervision and completion in satisfactory manner
Farming Manager
Self Employed
07.2002 - Current
Managing cattle breading farm
Animal health
Fence repairs
Maintenance of reticular water for stock
Managing pastures and stock movements
Spraying weeds and fertility applications
Supervising health and safety of contractors and farm hands
Operation of of farm equipment and looking after machinery cleaning and maintenance
Safe and careful handling of stock
Record keeping
Education
Walcha Central
Walcha, NSWSkills
Animal handling and health
Machinery operations and maintenance
Water infrastructure and maintenance
Fence maintenance
Maintaining clean and safe work environment
The ability to carry out tasks unsupervised
Safely apply chemicals
The ability to communicate with managers and staff and or contractors
Derek Watts
54 years old
Have my own Sml cattle farm Walcha
Looking forward to building on what I know so far
And moving away from my earthmoving contract work
To a more healthy lifestyle and environment
I fit and healthy and experienced and safe
Used to outdoor work and the dangers that can bring
HC driver’s license
Experience chainsaws and most farm tools
Timeline
Contractor Farm Machinery
Self Employed
02.2015 - Current
Farming Manager
Self Employed
07.2002 - Current
Walcha Central
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