Zachary Bennett
Birchip,VIC
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated, with extensive experience at Bennett Farming Trust, excelling in equipment maintenance and heavy machinery operation. Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues and collaborate effectively with others. Successfully engineered a 45-ton chaser bin, showcasing strong problem-solving skills and the ability to move heavy materials into place safely.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Farmer
Bennett Farming trust
Birchip, VIC
05.2017 - Current
- Assisted in the maintenance of farm equipment and tools to ensure functionality.
- Engineered and constructed a 45-ton chaser bin
- Pouring concrete foundations, flooring, and pit systems for pig sheds.
- Fabricate shed trusses and assist with assembly.
- Monitored crop health and identified issues related to pests or diseases promptly.
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Utilized heavy equipment including trucks, headers, and tractors
- Monitored growth of crops and weeds, applying herbicides as needed.
- Livestock management: sheep and manage the farrowing sector of piggery.
- Document and analyze data associated with piggery
Farm Hand
Phelan farms
Beulah, VIC
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Disassemble seeder bar and secure it on the truck for transport.
- Pilot vehicle for two oversize trucks from Wagga Wagga to Beulah.
- Chasser is the bin operator during the harvest.
Metal Fabricator
Bells Engineering
Warracknabeal, VIC
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted in assembling metal components according to specifications.
- Learned to read blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
- Operated hand tools to cut and shape metal materials.
- Performed welding, grinding and finishing tasks on fabricated structures.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Birchip P-12 School
Birchip, VICSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Problem solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Ability to work long hours and overtime
- Associate well with others
Certifications
- Car license
- Multi combination Truck license
- Boat license
- Motorbike license
Hobbies
- Home renovations
- Water sports
- Hunting
- 4 Wheel Driving
Timeline
Farm Hand
Phelan farms
03.2023 - 03.2023
Farmer
Bennett Farming trust
05.2017 - Current
Metal Fabricator
Bells Engineering
01.2016 - 12.2016
Some College (No Degree) -
Birchip P-12 School
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