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Ben Peter

Clyde,OTA

Summary

Seasoned Production Manager successful at achieving production goals on consistent basis. Highly organized, forward-thinking and creative in handling normal and challenging production problems. Known for great leadership and attention to detail.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Sustainable Prospects
Springvale, Alexandra
11.2021 - Current
  • Production manager on a small but intensive dairy grazing, cropping farm in central otago.
  • Maintained records on production output and crop yields in order to make future planning decisions.
  • Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business
  • Collaborated with local agricultural organisations to stay informed on best practices in farming techniques.
  • Analyzed data from previous growing seasons in order to identify areas for improvement in current season's operations.
  • Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
  • Collaborated with senior staff to prepare budgets and financial reports.
  • Complied with practices and principles of biosecurity to safeguard life and health of animals.
  • Inspected paddocks regularly to ensure proper fertilisation levels are maintained.
  • Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
  • Hired seasonal workers and provided training on safety protocols and use of equipment.
  • Developed and implemented a crop rotation plan to optimise soil fertility and yield.
  • Organised the purchase of supplies such as fertiliser, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
  • Gathered and documented information about stock growth, production activities and environmental readings to make accurate plans and operational decisions.
  • Collected and recorded growth, production and environmental data.
  • Monitored paddocks to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.

Agri Manager

Ravensdown
South Otago, Balclutha
01.2014 - 11.2021
  • Managed a large number of clients in South Otago region providing all things from advice, fertiliser, agronomy and animal health inputs.
  • Went above and beyond for my clients and treated their business as part of my own.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Developed successful customer relationships to boost sales opportunities.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations when dealing with clients.

Education

Agriculture Science

Lincoln University
Lincoln, New Zealand, NZ
05-2014

Skills

  • Production planning
  • Data analysis
  • Budget management
  • Crop management
  • Animal husbandry
  • Biosecurity compliance
  • Feed budgeting
  • Optimizing production output
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Problem solving
  • Team building
  • Timely safety audits
  • Staffing management
  • Safety management
  • Machinery and implement operation
  • Pasture management

Affiliations

  • Outside of work you will find me enjoying the outdoors, spending time with family and friends. Am a lover of all sports and help manage an coach many teams over the years. Also enjoy playing competitive lawn bowls and golf in the summer time.
  • All though not a dog trialist am a advent supporters of 3 clubs in my district that keeps me busy certain times of the year.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Manager

Sustainable Prospects
11.2021 - Current

Agri Manager

Ravensdown
01.2014 - 11.2021

Agriculture Science

Lincoln University

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