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Elvis Nyakundi

Perth,WA

Summary

Proven farm technician with a track record of enhancing productivity and animal welfare at Almarai. Skilled in machinery operation and livestock handling, demonstrating dependability and complex problem-solving abilities. Achieved significant improvements in farm efficiency and animal health through meticulous care and maintenance practices.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Farmhand

KC Chapman
11.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
  • Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Cleaned stalls, pens, and equipment using tools for optimal health of animals.
  • Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
  • Documented animal growth, production costs, individual behaviors, feeding patterns and other data in daily logs and main database, noting trends, and identifying areas of concern.
  • Used time-management strength to cross-train associates to cover more areas without increasing expense.

Farm Technician

Almarai
12.2020 - 10.2023
  • Operated various types of heavy machinery such as tractors, combines, and planters with precision to optimize fieldwork efficiency.
  • Participated in community outreach events promoting awareness about sustainable agriculture practices and highlighting the farm''s contributions.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of all farm supplies including seeds, chemicals, and tools to prevent shortages or overstocking issues.
  • Ensured optimal animal health by administering vaccinations, providing proper nutrition, and monitoring for signs of illness.
  • Collaborated with other team members to complete daily tasks efficiently and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Enhanced farm productivity through timely maintenance and repair of farm equipment and machinery.
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
  • Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
  • Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
  • Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
  • Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
  • Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
  • Prepared and administered vaccinations and medications to animals.
  • Supervised work activities of farm laborers and provided instruction and guidance.
  • Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of stock, prioritizing health and wellness.

Education

Diploma - Animal Health

Mount Kenya University
Kenya, Nairobi
11.2019

Skills

  • Heavy Lifting
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Machinery Operation
  • Feeding livestock
  • Tractor Operation
  • Animal Care
  • Farm Equipment Maintenance
  • Livestock Handling
  • Physical Stamina
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Property Maintenance
  • John Deere Equipment

Timeline

Senior Farmhand

KC Chapman
11.2023 - Current

Farm Technician

Almarai
12.2020 - 10.2023

Diploma - Animal Health

Mount Kenya University

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