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Loxton Kallis

Newcastle,NSW

Summary

Fluent livestock/people management experience at Brett Cattle Company. Enhancing herd health through vigilant monitoring and effective breeding program. Proven ability in staff training and development, alongside strong problem-solving of all Cattle Station challenges, has led to optimized communication skills and improved animal welfare practices.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Headstockman

Brett Cattle Company
12.2022 - 07.2025
  • Improved overall herd health with vigilant monitoring, timely vaccinations, and appropriate treatments.
  • Optimized pasture management techniques for sustainable growth, maximizing both land utilization and feed availability for livestock.
  • Safeguarded the well-being of farm animals by enforcing strict biosecurity measures and adhering to industry best practices.
  • Streamlined cattle processing procedures to ensure a more humane and efficient workflow.
  • Coordinated daily work schedules for employees, ensuring optimal productivity and proper execution of tasks.
  • Assisted in the selection process of breeding stock to improve genetics within the herd, resulting in higher-quality offspring.
  • Enhanced livestock productivity by implementing efficient grazing strategies and monitoring animal health.
  • Developed strong relationships with local veterinarians, suppliers, and other industry professionals to coordinate resources effectively when needed.

Leading Hand

Brett Cattle Company
11.2021 - 05.2025
  • Working in conjunction with exporters preparing for and loading boats.
  • Including animal welfare checks, conducting drafts on numerous different lines at once while keeping the process as streamline as possible for loading out.
  • Managing different feed rations up to 70 tonnes a day.
  • All Aspects of NLIS transferring/record keeping.
  • Yard repairs/yard building
  • Machinery Maintenance/repairs

Station Hand

Hancock Prospecting
02.2020 - 11.2021
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Conducted daily health checks on animals, swiftly identifying and addressing any signs of illness to maintain herd health.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.

Concreter

Avon Valley Concreting
10.2017 - 02.2020
  • Ensured accurate measurements for formwork installation by utilizing advanced tools such as laser levels and measuring tapes during the preparation phase.

Education

HR Truck License And Open Drivers License

MVR NT

PPL-H

Ansett Aviation
Darwin, NT
03-2024

Cert 3 in Ag And Rural Operations

Rural Training Australia
Waterloo Station
11-2023

High School Diploma -

Farrell Memorial Agricultural High School
Tamworth, NSW
10-2017

Skills

  • Safe handling practices
  • Staff training and development
  • Stress tolerance
  • Herd health monitoring
  • Livestock management
  • Animal nutrition
  • Record keeping proficiency
  • Low-stress stock handling
  • Fencing and infrastructure
  • Animal husbandry
  • Breeding program oversight
  • Workload prioritization
  • Deadline oriented
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Decision-making
  • Recordkeeping and documentation
  • Data entry (Tru-test, Datamars)

Timeline

Headstockman

Brett Cattle Company
12.2022 - 07.2025

Leading Hand

Brett Cattle Company
11.2021 - 05.2025

Station Hand

Hancock Prospecting
02.2020 - 11.2021

Concreter

Avon Valley Concreting
10.2017 - 02.2020

HR Truck License And Open Drivers License

MVR NT

PPL-H

Ansett Aviation

Cert 3 in Ag And Rural Operations

Rural Training Australia

High School Diploma -

Farrell Memorial Agricultural High School

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