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Mac Sheppard

Mac Sheppard

Jandowae,QLD

Summary

I am a highly professional individual with a proven track record of consistently meeting and exceeding the key responsibilities outlined in the job description. My commitment to excellence is evident in my proactive approach and dedication to delivering exceptional results. I thrive in dynamic environments, where my skills and experience enable me to not only meet but surpass expectations, ensuring that both organisational goals and personal performance standards are achieved.

As an existing member of your team, I am already well-versed in the company's operational activities and have a strong understanding of work policies, particularly those related to animal welfare. I am confident that my experience and familiarity with your procedures will be of great advantage in the Livestock Leading Hand role at AA Co, Aronui.

Please find below a detailed account of my skills and experience. These can be verified by contacting my current manager, Trent Sheppard, at AA Co Aronui.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Livestock Hand

Australian Agriculture Company
12.2021 - Current
  • Upheld high-quality animal welfare through daily hospital treatments following veterinarian protocols to better look after livestock.
  • Daily pen ridding
  • Processing cattle ie. Drafting, cutting out, inductions, preg testing.
  • Assisting vets in surgeries to save/ help cattle such as, Prolapsed heifers, true waterbelly and castration.

Horse Trainer

M Squared Equine
01.2015 - Current
  • Breaking in horses
  • Re-educating
  • Fine tuning
  • Shoeing

Station Hand

Australian Agriculture Company
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Mustering cattle on bikes and horses
  • Operating machinery such as Loaders, Telehandlers, Bobcat, Tractors.
  • Processing cattle (Drafting, preg testing)
  • Branding weaners
  • Tailing weaners
  • Breaking in a colt
  • Bore runs and water checks

Station Hand

Barry Green
09.2019 - 09.2019

School holidays work experience.

  • Mustering cattle
  • Branding calves
  • Feeding cattle

Education

First Aid

Macnellies Workplace Safety
Dalby, QLD
2024

Agriculture

Rural Training Australia
03.2023

Agriculture

Charles Darwin University
Katherine, NT
11.2021

St Edmunds College
Ipswich, QLD
11.2020

Skills

Collaborative Teamwork: Effective at working within teams to achieve common goals and maintain high standards

Technical Proficiency: Skilled in utilising computer operating systems for identification, weighing, and treatment purposes

Machinery Operation: Capable of operating vehicles and machinery with confidence including basic maintenance

Time Management: Strong ability to manage time efficiently and meet deadlines

Safety Focus: Dedicated to driving safety and efficiency through a strong safety mindset

Team Support: Ongoing experience in supporting team members with operational activities

Safe Working Practices: Committed to adopting and maintaining safe working practices

Mentorship and Leadership: Skilled in connecting with and mentoring team members with a positive and optimistic attitude

Horsemanship and Cattle Handling: High level of expertise in horsemanship and general cattle handling As listed below

Completed advanced cattle handling training with Tom Shephard, focusing on effective cattle management techniques

Attended a Low Stress Stock Handling School led by Chook Kealey, emphasising humane and efficient practices

Committed to continuous learning and applying best practices for safe and efficient cattle handling

Capability inducting livestock into the feedlot, installing ear tags, administering injections, banding tails and checking teeth and backlines

Proficient in ensuring the health and well-being of animals through best practices in care and management

Training

  • Heath Sinclair Horsemanship School
  • Wayne Bean Horsemanship School
  • Anthony Jessup Colt Breaking School
  • Bill Hutton Shoeing School
  • Tom Shephard Cattleman School (Done Twice)
  • Chook Kealey LSS Handling School
  • Fire Warden Training
  • Animal Welfare officer training through ALFA

Timeline

Livestock Hand

Australian Agriculture Company
12.2021 - Current

Station Hand

Australian Agriculture Company
01.2021 - 12.2021

Station Hand

Barry Green
09.2019 - 09.2019

Horse Trainer

M Squared Equine
01.2015 - Current

First Aid

Macnellies Workplace Safety

Agriculture

Rural Training Australia

Agriculture

Charles Darwin University

St Edmunds College
Mac Sheppard