Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
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HARRY MORRIS

LEETON,NSW

Summary

Dedicated agriculture professional with extensive experience in various sectors, including intensive and extensive livestock production, irrigated summer and winter cropping, and horticultural production. A strong emphasis on safe machinery operation ensures efficiency and safety in high pressure environments. A deep-rooted work ethic, developed from early assistance on a family horticultural farm, drives commitment to long hours during peak harvest and planting seasons. Thrives in collaborative settings, consistently bringing a positive attitude to every situation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Stud Principal (Owner)

Gwalia Shorthorns
09.2019 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business and production operations.
  • Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication, timely responses, and personalized service.
  • Utilised modern breeding technologies to increase the quality and genetic rate of gain in livestock produced.
  • Expanded market reach through targeted networking events, industry conferences, and strategic partnerships with key influencers in the field.

Farm Equipment Operator

Bidgee Cropping Unit Trust
02.2017 - Current
  • Assisted in crop production by performing tasks such as planting, cultivating, and harvesting using a wide range of specialized machinery.
  • Work long hours and late nights to ensure the completion of the task by the set deadline.
  • Maximized equipment efficiency through timely maintenance and repair of machinery components.
  • Coordinated with other farm staff members to ensure the timely completion of all necessary tasks during peak periods.
  • Completed pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment and performed preventive maintenance as needed.
  • Trained new employees on the safe operation of various farming implements, promoting a culture of safety across the workforce.
  • Transportation of harvested crops to storage facilities using trucks, loaders and telehandlers.


Treasurer (volunteer)

Shorthorn Youth Australia
01.2024 - Current

This is currently my second year as treasurer and third year as a volunteer on the Shorthorn youth committee, which has required me to:

  • Work cohesively alongside a team of other youth members to organise and conduct a successful youth stock show event with 120 competitors in attendance each year.
  • Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate and current using modern accounting software (xero).
  • Oversaw the successful completion of external audits without any major findings or issues raised by auditors.

Education

Bachelor of Agriculture - Animal Production

University of New England
Armidale, NSW
07-2025

Higher School Certificate -

Yanco Agricultural High School
Yanco, NSW
11-2020

Skills

  • Teamwork and communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Mechanically minded
  • Attention to detail
  • Positive attitude

Certification

  • AHCMOM201 Operate two wheel motorbikes
  • AHCMOM212 Operate Quad Bikes
  • AHCMOM202 Operate tractors
  • AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment


Interests

  • Water skiing
  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Snow skiing
  • Photography/videography
  • Livestock breeding and showing
  • Road Trips

Timeline

Treasurer (volunteer)

Shorthorn Youth Australia
01.2024 - Current

Stud Principal (Owner)

Gwalia Shorthorns
09.2019 - Current

Farm Equipment Operator

Bidgee Cropping Unit Trust
02.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Agriculture - Animal Production

University of New England

Higher School Certificate -

Yanco Agricultural High School
HARRY MORRIS