Scott fergus
Morisset,NSW
Summary
Owner/Operator of a mobile coffee roasting business with prior experience as Owner/Operator of a coffee machine technician business. Over 20 years of hands-on experience in agriculture, including work on various farms milking dairy herds and operating tractors and farm equipment for hay production, fertilizer spreading, and cultivation. Demonstrates strong physical fitness and a commitment to hard work, excelling in both team environments and independent tasks. Possesses a diverse skill set in farming, making a valuable asset to any agricultural enterprise.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Hunter Coffee
Morisset, NSW 2264, NSW
07.2021 - Current
- Performed regular maintenance on roasters to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment.
- Maintained and operated coffee roasting equipment, including grinders and bean hoppers.
- Provided customers with technical advice regarding selection of coffees based on their unique needs or preferences.
- Monitored the temperature of the roast and adjusted heat levels as needed.
- Assisted with training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Evaluated roasted beans for color, aroma, body, flavor profile and other characteristics.
- Conducted quality control tests on samples throughout the roasting process.
- Reviewed customer feedback to inform future decisions regarding product development or improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with team members on projects related to product innovation or marketing campaigns.
- Packaged freshly roasted coffees into bags or containers according to customer specifications.
- Calibrated roasting machines to ensure consistent results.
- Cleaned roaster, grinder, storage bins and other related areas regularly to maintain a sanitary work environment.
- Measured and weighed raw beans prior to roasting for accurate tracking of finished product.
- Researched emerging technologies that could improve operational efficiency within the company.
- Managed inventory of green coffee beans by ordering from suppliers when necessary.
Dairy Farm Hand
John Redgrove
Singleton, NSW
05.2014 - 03.2015
- Worked cooperatively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the dairy farm.
- Transported livestock between farms using appropriate vehicles and trailers.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect livestock from disease-carrying insects.
- Performed daily tasks such as feeding, watering, and cleaning the dairy barns and stalls.
- Collected samples from cows for testing purposes.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines while operating heavy machinery or working around livestock.
- Conducted routine maintenance on farm equipment and facilities.
- Identified potential hazards in the work environment and took corrective action when necessary.
- Operated farm machinery such as tractors, hay balers, manure spreaders.
- Assisted with feeding, tagging, and treating calves.
- Built, maintained and repaired livestock fences.
Education
Cert 111 in General Agriculture - Agriculture
Invermay Reasearch Centre
Dunedin NZ02-1996
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving
- Animal husbandry
- Pest control
- Fertilizer application
- Irrigation systems
- Machinery operation
- Livestock operations
- Manure management
- Pesticide application
- Animal care knowledge
- Milking
- Milking procedures
- Livestock care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Hunter Coffee
07.2021 - Current
Dairy Farm Hand
John Redgrove
05.2014 - 03.2015
Cert 111 in General Agriculture - Agriculture
Invermay Reasearch Centre
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