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Hamish Creagh

Katandra West,VIC

Summary

I am a practical and motivated individual with hands-on experience in dairy farming and silage harvesting. I hold a Certificate III in Agriculture and have a strong mechanical aptitude, with a keen interest in machinery operation and maintenance. I am passionate about the agricultural industry and always looking to expand my knowledge and skills—both on the job and through further education. I take pride in working hard, learning quickly, and contributing positively to a team. My goal is to continue building a long-term career in agriculture, taking on new challenges and growing with every opportunity.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Farm Hand

Clark Dairy
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed team schedules, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and completion of tasks within deadlines.
  • Safeguarded livestock health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly providing constructive feedback that led to improved skills development among staff members.
  • Established a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration among farm staff members, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement and shared success.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Herded livestock using quad bikes and motorbikes.
  • Used time-management strength to cross-train associates to cover more areas without increasing expense.
  • Used Massey Furgeson, Claas, Kioti and Case tractor to improve harvesting of grass crops.

Dairy Farm Hand

Clark Dairy
12.2023 - 01.2024
  • Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
  • Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Trained new farm hands in efficient work methods and safety practices, fostering knowledgeable and safety-conscious team.
  • Assisted in birth of livestock, enhancing farm's productivity and animal well-being with skilled support.
  • Maintained farm machinery to ensure operational efficiency, preventing downtime during critical planting and harvesting periods.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
  • Herded livestock using quad bikes and motorbikes.

Relief Milker

Cottesbrook Diary
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Quickly and accurately prepared milking equipment and cows for milking according to cow-specific instructions.
  • Developed strong relationships with livestock through gentle handling techniques, fostering trust and ease during milking processes.
  • Optimized milking routines for increased efficiency while maintaining a high standard of animal care, comfort, and general wellbeing.
  • Contributed to accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of daily milk yields, animal health observations, and equipment maintenance logs.
  • Improved overall herd health by diligently monitoring and addressing any signs of illness or injury in livestock.
  • Enhanced milking efficiency by maintaining clean and well-organized milking environments for optimal animal comfort.
  • Supported farm operations with the timely completion of daily milking tasks, ensuring consistent milk production levels.
  • Provided exceptional care to livestock by promptly reporting any concerns or issues to the farm manager, resulting in prompt attention and resolution.
  • Upheld high standards in animal welfare by following guidelines set forth by industry regulations and adhering to humane treatment practices.
  • Followed strict hygiene practices during milking sessions, reducing instances of contamination and promoting product quality.
  • Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
  • Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
  • Milked 1000 cows using milking machinery.

Dairy Farm Assistant

LandCorp-Acchilles
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
  • Enhanced milk production quality by strictly adhering to hygiene standards and performing regular equipment maintenance.
  • Reported broken or damaged equipment to supervisor for repair or replacement.
  • Assisted in increasing overall herd health through preventative care measures, such as vaccinations and dry off treatments.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
  • Maintained a high standard of animal welfare by closely monitoring living conditions and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Herded livestock using Motorbikes.

Shelf Stocker

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01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Helped customers locate desired items
  • Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly assisting with inquiries and locating products.
  • Improved product availability by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining proper inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks and achieve store goals.
  • Responded quickly to spills or mishaps, maintaining a safe shopping environment for customers and staff alike.
  • Improved overall store appearance by regularly facing products on shelves for easy identification.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
  • Moved merchandise using, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
  • Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.

Harvest Worker

Mac Hops
02.2021 - 03.2022

Worked alongside a team of backpackers during harvest period working in the hop sheds loading hop vines onto the processing plant.

Keeping record of number of trailers through the shed in a day

Education

Certificate NCEA Level 3 - Agriculture

Southern Institute Of Technology
Balclutha, NZ
12-2023

High School -

Motueka High School
Motueka NZ
08-2022

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork
  • Fast thinker
  • Motivated
  • Wide range of computing skills
  • Mechanically Minded
  • General Farm Hand Skills
  • Dairy Farming Skills
  • Silage Harvest
  • Machinery operations
  • Animal husbandry
  • Feed Mix and Feed Out Skills
  • 4 & 2 Wheeler Motorbike Skilled
  • SxS Skilled
  • P1 VIC Manual Drivers License

Timeline

Lead Farm Hand

Clark Dairy
05.2024 - Current

Dairy Farm Hand

Clark Dairy
12.2023 - 01.2024

Relief Milker

Cottesbrook Diary
04.2023 - 09.2023

Dairy Farm Assistant

LandCorp-Acchilles
08.2022 - 12.2022

Harvest Worker

Mac Hops
02.2021 - 03.2022

Shelf Stocker

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01.2021 - 07.2022

Certificate NCEA Level 3 - Agriculture

Southern Institute Of Technology

High School -

Motueka High School
Hamish Creagh