Peta Burton
Inglewood,QLD
Summary
Skilled agricultural manager with demonstrated operations, team and financial management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Employee-focused and performance-oriented with good training and mentoring abilities. Skilled in problem-solving, I consistently addressed complex customer concerns to maximize satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Livestock Manger
Hancock Agriculture
06.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment for all employees through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by maintaining accurate records of livestock treatments, movements, and performance data.
- Collaborated with other managers to develop long-term plans for facility improvements and expansion projects.
- Enhanced animal health and welfare through regular monitoring and employee training in vaccinations, and timely medical interventions.
- Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction.
- Assisted with hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Livestock Manager/Assistant Manager of Operations
Yarranbrook Farms
10.2017 - 04.2023
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of finished cattle.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance indicators to senior management.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between Livestock, Farming, Maintenance, Feeding and Administration departments through clear communication channels.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet industry demands.
- Performed and trained staff in routine maintenance tasks on farm equipment, including tractors, farm equipment, pumps and pivots to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Performed and trained staff in routine maintenance tasks on Feedlot equipment, including tractors, feed milling equipment, loaders and trucks to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Spearheaded process improvements, in the livestock, feeding and farming teams resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Tracked employee attendance, punctuality, substance abuse and inter-team conflict issues addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Livestock Manager
Nippon Foods - Whyalla Beef
02.2008 - 09.2017
- Maintained a safe working environment for all employees through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders including regulators, buyers, neighbours and other land holders to promote positive feedlot reputation within the community.
- Boosted employee morale creating a positive work culture that emphasized teamwork collaboration towards shared goals.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on farm equipment, including tractors, farm equipment, pumps and pivots to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Conducted regular staff training sessions to enhance team's knowledge of livestock management best practices.
- Collaborated with other managers from Feeding, Yard Maintenance and Environmental Maintenance teams to develop long-term plans for facility improvements and expansion projects.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by maintaining accurate records of livestock treatments, movements, and performance data.
Stationhand/Feeding Operator
Rodgers Creek Feedlot
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Assisted in farming/irrigation operations
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve machinery issues quickly, minimizing production delays.
Education
Diploma of Science -
Longreach Pastoral College
LongreachSkills
- Animal welfare compliance
- Staff training and supervision
- Effective communication
- Farm equipment operation
- Quality assurance standards
- Livestock nutrition management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved Feeding and milling issues which led to Operational success for a 25,000 head feed yard.
- Supervised team of 45 staff members.
- Achieved customer staisfaction by introducing Elynx for Operational tasks.
Certification
- First Aid 2025
- High risk License - 2023
- Workplace drug testing 09/2020
- Chemcert 08/2020
Timeline
Livestock Manger
Hancock Agriculture
06.2023 - Current
Livestock Manager/Assistant Manager of Operations
Yarranbrook Farms
10.2017 - 04.2023
Livestock Manager
Nippon Foods - Whyalla Beef
02.2008 - 09.2017
Stationhand/Feeding Operator
Rodgers Creek Feedlot
01.2002 - 01.2008
Diploma of Science -
Longreach Pastoral College
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