Kendall Modra
Gunbower,Australia
Summary
Skilled in managing and caring for dairy cattle as well as other farm animals with hands-on experience in administering medication, and maintaining cleanliness of work environment. Possess strong organizational skills to efficiently manage daily tasks and schedules. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team, ensuring optimal productivity and improved animal welfare standards. Successfully implemented practices that increased the overall well-being of animals under care, leading to healthier livestock and enhanced operational efficiency. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Milking
R, J & T Hare
08.2025 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Operated and maintained milking equipment to ensure optimal performance and hygiene standards.
- Monitored herd health, identifying signs of illness and reporting findings to management.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow processes in daily farm operations.
- Maintained a high standard of animal welfare by closely monitoring living conditions and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
Dairy Farm Hand
SS & CL Modra - Avalon Holsteins (Holstein Australia Master Breeder)
02.2024 - Current
- Operated dairy machinery for milking and feeding livestock.
- Assisted in daily shed cleaning and maintenance tasks.
- Monitored animal health and reported any concerns to management.
- Maintained accurate records of milk production and livestock inventory.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on the farm.
- Assisted with breeding programs and calving processes as needed.
- Assisted with milking cows, including checking and maintaining milking equipment.
- Worked cooperatively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the family dairy farm.
- Assisted with feeding, tagging, and treating calves.
- Operated farm machinery such as tractors, discing, sowing and fertiliser spreading.
- Built, maintained and repaired livestock fences.
- Inspected pastures regularly to identify overgrazing or any other damage that needs attention.
- Mustered and drove livestock to milking sheds.
Dairy Farm Hand
M & V McGillivray
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated dairy machinery for milking and feeding livestock.
- Mustered and drove livestock to milking sheds.
- Assisted with milking cows, including checking and maintaining milking equipment.
Education
St Joseph College Echuca
Echuca, VIC06-2025
Skills
- Calving assistance
- Newborn calf care
- Livestock management
- Artificial insemination
- Knowledge about fence repair
- Vaccination administration
- Irrigation techniques
- Basic knowledge about horse care and competence with intermediate horse riding
- Operated farm machinery, such as a tractor, seeder, disks, and fertilizer spreader
Accomplishments
- 2022 Youth Excellence Award - North West Sub-Branch of Holstein Australia
- 2023 Youth Excellence Award - North West Sub Branch of Holstein Australia
- 2023 International Dairy Week Brown Swiss Exhibitor Encouragement Award
- Avonvale Brown Swiss Stud est 2023 by Kendall Modra
Certification
- Artificial insemination
- Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Silver
- Certificate III in Agriculture
Timeline
Relief Milking
R, J & T Hare
08.2025 - Current
Dairy Farm Hand
M & V McGillivray
03.2025 - 08.2025
Dairy Farm Hand
SS & CL Modra - Avalon Holsteins (Holstein Australia Master Breeder)
02.2024 - Current
St Joseph College Echuca