Rote Kaituu
Oakey,QLD
Summary
Dedicated farm professional with extensive experience at Fruitico Pty Ltd, skilled in machinery operation and team collaboration. Achieved improved crop yields through effective harvesting techniques and maintained high standards of Crop Yield Proven problem-solver with a strong work ethic, committed to enhancing farm efficiency and productivity.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand
Fruitico Pty Ltd
Hamel, WA
10.2022 - 08.2025
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out irrigation system maintenance
- Operation of weed sprayers and fertiliser sprayers
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Participated in seasonal harvest activities including picking fruits and vegetables, sorting produce, and preparing products for market sales or storage.
- Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts.
- Maintained farm machinery to ensure operational efficiency, preventing downtime during critical planting and harvesting periods.
- Trained new farm hands in efficient work methods and safety practices, fostering knowledgeable and safety-conscious team.
- Implemented pest control measures, safeguarding crops from pest-related damage and loss.
- Harvested crops at peak ripeness, ensuring highest quality produce for market.
- Administered pest or weed control initiatives which included location and identification of targets, chemical selection, and application methods.
- Used John Deer, Landini, New Holland tractor to improve harvesting of Grapes. Also operation of Forklift loading and offloading trucks and transporting around the Farm
Agricultural Assistant
Ministry of Agriculture
Fiji
03.2017 - 10.2022
- Supported livestock health by administering vaccinations and providing proper nutrition.
- Conducted thorough field inspections to identify early signs of disease or pests, enabling prompt treatment.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Branded or tagged livestock with name.
- Carried out Brucellosis Test on Cattle’s all over Fiji Islands
Farm Hand
Dairy Farm Fiji
Fiji
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Improved crop yield by implementing effective planting and harvesting techniques.
- Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
- Improved overall dairy farm efficiency by streamlining daily tasks and maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, grooming, and monitoring general health conditions.
- Enhanced milk production quality by strictly adhering to hygiene standards and performing regular equipment maintenance.
- Reported broken or damaged equipment to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- Aided in calf-rearing procedures by providing appropriate nutrition, housing, and medical attention as needed.
- Assisted in increasing overall herd health through preventative care measures, such as vaccinations and deworming treatments.
- Maintained a high standard of animal welfare by closely monitoring living conditions and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe working environment, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
- Ensured optimal herd performance through diligent observation of animal behavior patterns, identifying signs of illness or injury early on for prompt treatment.
- Helped increase productivity during seasonal workload peaks through effective time management and task prioritization skills.
- Assisted with regular record-keeping tasks, tracking livestock data for informed decision-making on herd management practices.
- Coordinated with veterinarians to schedule routine check-ups and address any emerging health concerns within the herd promptly.
- Contributed to the successful breeding program by facilitating artificial insemination processes and monitoring pregnant cows.
- Facilitated smooth communication between team members by regularly attending meetings and sharing relevant information about farm activities.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
Education
High School Diploma - Animal Husbandry
Fiji National University
Fiji Island04.2017
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Dependable and hardworking
- Machinery operation
- Problem-solving
- Feeding livestock
- Tractor operation
- Animal care
- Farm equipment maintenance
- Livestock handling
- Team collaboration
- Farm equipment operation
- Farm equipment and machinery
- Physical stamina
- Heavy machinery operation
- Tractor and implement operation
- Harvesting
- Property maintenance
- Fence construction
- Livestock care
- Task prioritization
- Livestock management
- Gardening and landscaping
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- John deere equipment
- Equipment management
- Harvesting knowledge
- Crop harvesting
- Equipment repair and maintenance
- Technical skills
- Weed management
- Forklift operation
- Crop cultivation
- Animal husbandry understanding
- Livestock birthing and insemination
- Fertilizer application
- Irrigation systems
- Milking
- Weather monitoring
- Livestock operations
- Milking animals
- Field operations
- Chemical application
- Animal breeding
- Animal record maintenance
- Egg collection
- Weed identification
Accomplishments
- Forklift License
- ChemCert AQF3
- Artificial Insemination
- Certificate in Para Veterinary
Certification
- ChemCERT(AQF-3)
- ParaVet Cert
Timeline
Farm Hand
Fruitico Pty Ltd
10.2022 - 08.2025
Agricultural Assistant
Ministry of Agriculture
03.2017 - 10.2022
Farm Hand
Dairy Farm Fiji
01.2007 - 01.2012
High School Diploma - Animal Husbandry
Fiji National University