Michael Graves
Echuca,VIC
Summary
- After completing studies in Agriculture, and starting out as a herd manager, moved up to becoming a dairy farm owner in 1996. Used existing skills and knowledge as well as learning through studies to develop expertise as a dairy farmer.
- Constantly learning and improving in a number of aspects of working life, has been observed and described as a very hard-working, punctual, reliable, hands-on manager able to get the best out of the team that I work with. Proudly has a can-do attitude with effective problem-solving skills.
- Had to leave dairy farming following a marriage breakdown several years ago, but now ready to return to the dairy industry and to utilise strengths and a passion for dairy farming.
- Time spent in the hotel and catering industry saw development of further skills and interests, but always hoped to return to dairy farming at some point after spending time travelling around Australia while managing mentioned investments.
- Skilled in all aspects of running a dairy farm including DIY AI. As may be apparent from work history, looks forward to challenges. Easy to get along with and a quick learner. Fit and healthy and now has a happy and stable personal life.
- As a self-motivated individual, successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation and feels optimistic about an ability to contribute value to the operation of a large dairy farm.
- Well-developed training, monitoring and morale-building abilities help to enhance employee engagement and boost their performance.
- An encouraging manager with analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, excellent relationship-building skills.
- Utilises sound decision-making skills and sound judgement to positively impact company success.
- Leadership style is collaborative with an emphasis on promoting an engaged, empowering work culture.
- Strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Share Market Investor and Trader
Self-employed
01.2018 - Current
- Undertook share trading and investment interests to build personal capital
- Developed profitable trading portfolio by conducting thorough market analysis and identifying trends.
- Assessed market conditions to look for hedge and arbitrage opportunities.
- Created daily market recaps and profit and loss information to assist with decision-making.
Hotel Owner
The Gurdies Catering
04.2013 - 08.2018
- All aspects of hotel management including staff management stock inventory, cleaning, security, accounting, marketing, compliance.
- Developed and implemented my skills as a chef.
Dairy farm owner
M And J Graves
04.1996 - 12.2011
- All aspects of running a dairy business including milk harvesting, animal health, machinery operation and maintenance, compliance, budgets, occupational health and safety
- Undertook wide reading and investigation to stay up to date with and ahead of dairy industry developments.
- People management liaise with contractors, veterinary personnel, consultants
- Built the business from 160 to 550 cows.
Herd Manager
M And B Jelbart
04.1993 - 04.1996
- All aspects of day to day herd management in conjunction with farm owner 600 cows on 900 acres in Gippsland.
Education
Diploma of Agriculture -
Pencraig Agricultural College
North WalesSkills
- Problem-Solving Focus
- Positive Attitude
- HR Vehicle
- Farm Management
- Calving assistance
- Animal welfare
- Herd Health Monitoring
- Small business operations
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Effective Leadership
- Hospitality Industry Knowledge
- Staff Training and Development
Certification
- Artificial Insemination
- LF Forklift Licence
- Construction Induction White Card
- Current
- Heavy Rigid Licence
Timeline
Share Market Investor and Trader
Self-employed
01.2018 - Current
Hotel Owner
The Gurdies Catering
04.2013 - 08.2018
Dairy farm owner
M And J Graves
04.1996 - 12.2011
Herd Manager
M And B Jelbart
04.1993 - 04.1996
Diploma of Agriculture -
Pencraig Agricultural College
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