Anna Clark
Hanmer Springs,CAN
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in hospitality, tourism, and agriculture industries. Showcases exceptional customer service skills and computer expertise. Various roles in the agriculture industry for 28 years, demonstrating diverse skills including organization, adaptability, punctuality, reliability, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead and integrate into team dynamics.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Technician Team
North Canterbury Veterinary Clinics
04.2020 - Current
- For past 6 seasons a member of the Vet Technician team doing Dry Cow Therapy and Teat Sealing from April to June each year. Due to Covid and staff sickness I ran a crew of 4 to 6 people for 3 weeks in May 2022. In August 2024 joined the Technician Team for 2 months to disbud calves.
- These positions are part of a tech team providing the very best practices in a very short period of time due to the cyclical nature of dairying
- Effectively administering Teat seal, Dry Cow therapy and local anaesthetic to vet industry standards
- Assisted in trailer and shed setups, ensuring all equipment and PPE was clean to vet industry standard and supplies restocked daily
- Trained first year technicians in our specific setup and work routines
- Driving vet vehicle when required
Calf Rearer
Intensive Agriculture
08.2013 - Current
- Head Calf rearer for 10 seasons from August to November/December rearing approx 900 calves annually, rearing from birth through to weaning. Reared for 2 seasons sole charge 6 days per week for 12 weeks
- Responsible for managing the calf rearing shed and communicating with other farm staff members to provide the very best care for calves in an extremely busy and stressful time in the farming year
- Provided training for new staff members in calf rearing techniques, protocols, and safety procedures.
- Established strong relationships with vets and vet techs to ensure optimal calf health care and treatment plans.
- Managed inventory control for feed, bedding and animal health products.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices in calf rearing through attending workshops, seminars, and reading industry publications.
- Responsible for calf logistics in the shed and of calves in outside paddocks
AI Assistant Technician
LIC Culverden
10.2023 - 12.2024
- For the past 2 seasons worked for LIC as an assistant to AI Technician. Job requires a high level of accuracy to be able to deliver the best possible breeding outcomes for dairy farmers. The job is contracted to work 7 days per week for 7 weeks, mating season is one of the most critical and stressful parts of a dairy farmer's year so consistency and routine is crucial for excellent mating outcomes
- Loading semen straws for AI tech, accurate and safe handling of both fresh and frozen semen
- Maintain detailed and accurate records for farmers in Datamate (LIC online system) and paper copies.
- Established excellent working relationships with farmers through consistent delivery of high-quality services within estimated timelines.
Farming and Beef Genetics Manager
Stud Beef Farm - Parkvale Speckle Park and Dairy Grazing
01.1997 - 01.2024
- Farmed with husband, Beef, Stud Beef and Dairy Grazing. Helped setup Cattle Stud in 2008 whose primary business was selling bulls and frozen genetics into the Dairy Industry and selling purebred genetics in both NZ and overseas from 2008 to 2023.
- Coordinated the sale, dispatch and follow up customer support of all genetic sales in both New Zealand and overseas. This required a high degree of organisation and understanding of the processes involved so customers could receive their product for mating deadlines.
- Attended South Island Field Days, organised all advertising and marketing material and managed the site for 3 days to promote products to attract new customers and support our existing customers.
Education
Tourism And Travel Management
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZHospitality
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZB Bursary And University Entrance
St Margarets College
ChristchurchSkills
- Welcoming communication style
- Strong organizational skills
- Skilled in client relations
- Collaborative team player
- Flexible in changing work environments
- Experienced in handling periods of demanding workloads
- Consistently dependable
- Reliable time management
- Proficient in computer applications
Timeline
AI Assistant Technician
LIC Culverden
10.2023 - 12.2024
Vet Technician Team
North Canterbury Veterinary Clinics
04.2020 - Current
Calf Rearer
Intensive Agriculture
08.2013 - Current
Farming and Beef Genetics Manager
Stud Beef Farm - Parkvale Speckle Park and Dairy Grazing
01.1997 - 01.2024
Tourism And Travel Management
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Hospitality
Ara Institute of Canterbury
B Bursary And University Entrance
St Margarets College
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