Peter Worley
Burnie,TAS
Summary
Accomplished Farm Owner with a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and revenue through strategic management and innovation. Excelled in agribusiness management, securing Tasmanian Government accreditation for biosecurity and animal welfare. Demonstrated exceptional leadership in employee training and customer satisfaction, with a keen eye for detail and commitment to safety and environmental protection.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Owner
Self Employed
09.2004 - 04.2024
- Managed farm operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes and reducing labor costs.
- Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.
- Maintained accurate financial records for budgeting purposes, enabling informed decision-making regarding operational investments using Xero accounting software package.
- Highly skilled and experienced with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Calender, Powerpoint and Publisher
- Developed comprehensive farm safety protocols to minimize accidents and maintain a safe working environment.
- Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality seeds, fertilizers, feeds and other essential inputs at competitive prices.
- Expanded the farm's market presence through strategic partnerships with local restaurants and retailers.
- Oversaw farm maintenance ensuring all structures/equipment were kept in good working order to prevent delays downtime.
- Secured grants for infrastructure upgrades improving overall efficiency while minimizing environmental impact on surrounding ecosystems.
- Recruited trained, and supervised seasonal staff to ensure proper care of crops, livestock, machinery maintenance tasks during peak periods.
- Enhanced livestock health and productivity with meticulous attention to nutrition, breeding, and disease prevention strategies.
- Created a positive work culture that attracted and retained high-quality employees, resulting in low staff turnover rates.
- Diversified revenue streams by introducing new cash crops and value-added products such as peas and corn.
- Utilized chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
- Identified, isolated and treated diverse range of pests and diseases in crops and livestock.
- Visited fields regularly to inspect and estimate maturity dates of crops and damage due to weather.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted irrigation and crop schedules accordingly.
- Trained and supervised farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Monitored livestock health and administered medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
- Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Handled complex and urgent customer concerns calmly to maximize satisfaction and enhance loyalty.
- Created farm strategies to maximize production and convert farm operations to higher commercial standards.
Education
Advanced National Diploma in Farm Management - Agriculture
Northamptonshire College of Agriculture
Moulton. Norhamptonshire. EnglandSkills
- Agribusiness Management including physical hands on field work and office based activities (accounting, sales, purchasing)
- Record keeping (as per requirements of Tasmanian Bio Security regulations)
- Financial Planning
- Logistics Management
- Bio Security and Animal Welfare Management securing accreditation from Tasmanian Government Departments
- Workplace Health & Safety Management
- Employee recruitment and training
- Customer and supply chain management
- Attention to detail
- Committed
- Accurate
- Experienced in operating ATV's, 4x4 and farm machinery operations
Certification
Class C manual drivers licence
Class MR, HR licence
Full motorbike licence
High risk fork lift truck licence
All licences unrestricted and clean
Accredited in First Aid and CPR
Timeline
Farm Owner
Self Employed
09.2004 - 04.2024
Advanced National Diploma in Farm Management - Agriculture
Northamptonshire College of Agriculture
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