William Rowlands
Woodbury,Australia
Summary
William Rowlands, 23 years old.
I have 7 years of hands on experience working on farms including operating machinery, crop work, irrigation systems, and working sheep including crutching and shearing. I am a reliable hard worker who is always willing to learn and take on new challenges. I take pride in my work and I am confident working both independently and in a team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand/ Machinery Operator
Tom Burbury
Woodbury Tasmania
04.2024 - Current
- Operated farm machinery to assist in planting and harvesting crops.
- Maintained cleanliness of livestock facilities to ensure animal health and safety.
- Assisted in monitoring crop growth and identifying pest issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to implement efficient planting schedules.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Supported daily feeding and care routines for various livestock breeds.
- Participated in record-keeping for inventory management and crop yields.
- Learned safe handling procedures for chemicals and fertilizers used on the farm.
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Conducted soil tests to determine nutrient needs, applying fertilizers accordingly to boost crop production.
- Monitored weather forecasts to plan work schedules, minimizing disruption from adverse weather conditions.
- Trained new farm hands in efficient work methods and safety practices, fostering knowledgeable and safety-conscious team.
- 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.
- Monitor clean water intake/lick-blocks and granulated lick
General Farm Hand
Richard Headlam
Woodbury Tasmania
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Operated tractors and other machinery for field preparation and planting.
- Assisted in daily animal care routines, ensuring health and well-being.
- Maintained farm equipment, performing routine inspections and repairs.
- Harvested crops efficiently, following safety protocols to minimize waste.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline daily operational tasks.
- Implemented pest management strategies to protect crops from infestations.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of supplies and tools for farm operations.
- Contributed to a positive working environment through effective communication with team members and supervisors alike.
- Maintained farm infrastructure such as fences, gates, and storage facilities through regular inspection and repair work.
- Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices within the agricultural industry, ultimately benefiting overall farm productivity.
- Managed pest control measures effectively, reducing damage to crops and maintaining high-quality produce standards.
- Improved crop yield by implementing efficient irrigation systems and monitoring soil health regularly.
- Maintained animal welfare through proper feeding, sheltering, and medical care for livestock on the farm.
- Harvested crops at proper time for maximum yield and quality.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Weaning lambs
- Needling
- Lamb marking
- Crutching
- Monitoring good health for live stock
Machinery Operator
Angus Lodge
Tunbridge Tasmania
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to maintain equipment functionality.
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations during operations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize
- workflow processes.
- Monitored production quality, identifying and addressing discrepancies.
- Assisted in training new operators on machinery use and safety standards.
- Analyzed and inspected operating units such as towers, storage tanks and other units to check operation and improve efficiency.
- Placed orders for materials and equipment with vendors.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
- Compiled reports analyzing performance data and presented findings and results.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Maintained accurate records of machine performance data, facilitating informed decision-making regarding equipment upgrades or replacements.
- Safely used T-stripper, T-cutter, torque and wrench.
- Ground tillage:
- Off set disks and multi disks
- Plough
- Power harrow
- Bailing: silage bailing, silage wrapping, hay bailing, straw bailing, mowing, raking, tedding
- Harvesting: poppies, wheat, Bali, oats, grass, clover.
- Sowing: cereal crops, poppies, lucerne, grass, clover, canola, hemp.
General Farm Hand
Richard Webster
Woodbury Tasmania
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Maintained equipment and tools, implementing safety protocols to reduce risks.
- Executed routine maintenance on irrigation systems to optimize water usage
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions, adjusting work priorities accordingly.
- Completed essential daily tasks such as feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, and checking water supplies to maintain optimal living conditions for livestock.
- Enhanced overall farm efficiency with regular maintenance and repair of farming machinery and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of seasonal tasks such as planting, harvesting, and field preparation.
- Maintained farm infrastructure such as fences, gates, and storage facilities through regular inspection and repair work.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Harvested crops at proper time for maximum yield and quality.
- Branded or tagged livestock with name.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Cultivated fields, maintaining soil to provide crops with optimal growing environments.
- Applied nutrients to soil to enhance crop growth and development.
- Irrigated farm soil and performed repairs and routine maintenance on pipes and pumps.
- Prepared land for planting crops to sow seeds for successful harvests.
Education
No Degree - Agriculture
Claremont College
Claremont, TASSkills
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Dependable and hardworking
- Machinery operation
- Problem-solving
- Feeding livestock
- Tractor operation
- Farm equipment maintenance
- Livestock handling
- Team collaboration
- Physical stamina
- Heavy machinery operation
- Task prioritization
- Irrigation system
- Crop management
- Water management
- Fence repair
- Attention to detail
- Crop rotation
- Shearing
Certification
Cert 2 in shearing
Chem cert 2
Game meats and processing certificate
Timeline
Farm Hand/ Machinery Operator
Tom Burbury
04.2024 - Current
General Farm Hand
Richard Headlam
03.2023 - 04.2024
Machinery Operator
Angus Lodge
01.2021 - 03.2023
General Farm Hand
Richard Webster
03.2019 - 01.2021
No Degree - Agriculture
Claremont College