JOHN SMITH
Panuara,NSW
Summary
Dynamic farm professional with extensive experience at Bailey Ag & Co, skilled in machinery operation and livestock care. Proven ability to enhance crop yield through effective irrigation management and pest identification. A dependable team player with strong problem-solving skills, committed to maintaining high safety standards and promoting sustainable farming practices.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand
Bailey Ag & Co
Panuara, NSW
05.2021 - 08.2025
- Operated machinery for planting and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Assisted in livestock care by feeding and monitoring health.
- Implemented irrigation systems to manage water supply effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily farming tasks.
- Monitored crop growth and reported any issues promptly.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
- Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
- Harvested crops according to season and maintained records of yields.
- Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
- Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
- Documented work performed using computer programs or paper log books.
- Inspected fields regularly to identify pests or diseases that may harm crop growth.
- Participated in training sessions related to new farming techniques or technologies.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of farm management practices that promote sustainability.
- Coordinated with farm management to plan and adjust tasks based on weather conditions and crop needs.
Farm Hand
Rod
Burraga, NSW
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Operated machinery for planting and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in livestock care by feeding and monitoring health.
- Implemented irrigation systems to manage water supply effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily farming tasks.
- Monitored crop growth and reported any issues promptly.
- Participated in soil preparation and fertilization processes regularly.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
- Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
- Harvested crops according to season and maintained records of yields.
- Assisted in branding cattle or tagging sheep and goats for identification purposes.
- Inspected fields regularly to identify pests or diseases that may harm crop growth.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of farm management practices that promote sustainability.
Farm Hand
Uardry
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Plant, machinery and vehicle maintenance and operation
- Mustering and yard processing with cattle and sheep
- Fencing and grazing
- Fodder production
- Dog education
- WH&S practices and policies and staff development
Senior Station Hand
Terlings
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Working with third parties such as stock agents and business houses
- Mustering and yard processing with cattle and sheep
- Fencing and grazing
- Fodder production
- Broadacre cropping and pasture establishment
- Plant, machinery and vehicle maintenance and operation
- Sourcing of plant and machinery for farm operation
- Dog education
- WH&S practices and policies and staff development
Property Manager
Coolabalah Farm
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed daily operations of property and ensured tenant satisfaction.
- Coordinated maintenance requests and scheduled repairs with contractors.
- Oversaw lease agreements and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Developed budgets and tracked expenses for property management.
- Conducted property inspections to maintain quality standards.
- Facilitated communication between tenants and management team.
- Implemented marketing strategies to attract new tenants effectively.
- Handled resident complaints and expedited maintenance requests.
- Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Inspected properties regularly to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs.
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions including rent collections, security deposits, and other income sources.
- Collected monthly assessments, rental fees, deposits and payments.
- Assessed rental applications, conducted background checks, and approved or denied prospective tenants based on established criteria.
Farm Hand
Jemolan Farm
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Operated machinery for planting and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in livestock care by feeding and monitoring health.
- Implemented irrigation systems to manage water supply effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily farming tasks.
- Monitored crop growth and reported any issues promptly.
- Participated in soil preparation and fertilization processes regularly.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
Farm Hand
Ballyroe Station
01.2000 - 01.2013
- Operated machinery for planting and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Maintained equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in livestock care by feeding and monitoring health.
- Monitored crop growth and reported any issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily farming tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Provided assistance during birthing events for livestock animals.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations related to farm operations.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to instructions in order to maximize crop yield.
Education
Year 11 -
Kelso High School
Kelso NSW01.2009
Skills
- Skilled welder and fabricator
- Machinery operation
- Livestock care
- Irrigation management
- Crop monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Compliance management
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Pest identification
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Safety compliance
- Animal care
- Sound stock husbandry skills
- Operational skills in most farming plant and machinery
- Mechanically minded
- Broadacre cropping
- Pasture establishment
- Fodder production
- Experienced fencer
- Sound communication skills
- Sound knowledge of WH&S practices
- Own working dogs
- Barn maintenance
- Disease identification
- Crop planting and fertilization
- Livestock feeding and watering
- Water conservation
- Pesticide application
- Dependable and hardworking
- Farm equipment repair
- Maintains crops
- Harvesting techniques
- Complex Problem-solving
- Feed distribution
- Cattle herding
- Land management
- Crop health
- Safety management
- Produce sorting
- Building and structural repair
- Basic carpentry
- Case IH equipment
- Task prioritization
- Troubleshooting skills
- Animal record maintenance
- Livestock handling
- Ranch operations support
- Pest control methods
- Harvesting knowledge
- Crop inspection
- Problem-solving
- Feed mixtures
- Livestock operations
- Crop rotation
- Weed identification
- Animal care knowledge
- Livestock management
- Fence construction
References
- Rod Hughes - Owner of Wide Awake Property, 0407724241
- David Mendham, stock buyer, 0411 305 311
- Mark Stewart, manager at Bailey Ag & Co, 04290691977
Certification
- Full Australian Drivers License (Manual and Automatic)
- Current Chem Cert
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Farm Hand
Bailey Ag & Co
05.2021 - 08.2025
Farm Hand
Rod
07.2018 - 03.2021
Farm Hand
Uardry
12.2017 - 06.2018
Senior Station Hand
Terlings
09.2016 - 12.2017
Property Manager
Coolabalah Farm
01.2015 - 01.2016
Farm Hand
Jemolan Farm
01.2013 - 01.2015
Farm Hand
Ballyroe Station
01.2000 - 01.2013
Year 11 -
Kelso High School
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