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Dale Conway

Tokoroa,WKO

Summary

Hardworking Farm Hand with experience operating wide range of agricultural equipment, including rotary tillers, tractors, and plows. Talented at handling day-to-day operations for smooth farm operations. Excellent technical skills and hand-eye coordination.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

General Farm Hand

waipapa
, Taupo
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Sprayed fertilizers or herbicides on plants according to instructions.
  • Maintained fences, gates, barns and other farm structures.
  • Operated tractors, harvesters and other agricultural vehicles safely.
  • Prepared soil for planting by tilling or plowing fields.
  • Organized storage areas for feed, hay, straw and other supplies.
  • Provided assistance during calving season by ensuring newborn calves were healthy and had access to food and water.
  • Monitored livestock health and nutrition.
  • Assisted in the planting and harvesting of crops.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with produce or supplies for transport to market or other destinations.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on farm equipment and machinery.
  • Assisted in the management and disposal of farm waste, adhering to environmental regulations.

2IC Manager

atihau
, Whanganui
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance data.
  • Identified and resolved operational issues.
  • Provided training and guidance to new employees.
  • Collaborated with team members to identify solutions to problems.
  • Managed daily activities within the department according to deadlines.
  • Conducted regular audits on inventory levels.
  • Developed systems to increase efficiency of operations.
  • Monitored performance of staff and provided feedback.
  • Analyzed financial reports for cost savings opportunities.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Implemented new technologies into existing business practices.
  • Recruited qualified candidates for open positions within the department.
  • Prepared weekly progress reports for upper management.
  • Led team meetings to discuss current projects, goals, and objectives.
  • Assisted in the development of departmental budgets.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

General Farm Worker

collin armour
, Taupo
05.2020 - 06.2022
  • Operated farm equipment to cultivate soil, plant crops, and apply fertilizer or pesticides.
  • Transported animals between farms as needed by utilizing trailers or other appropriate vehicles.
  • Removed debris from fields prior to planting new crops; weeded existing fields as required.
  • Repaired fences to keep livestock safely enclosed in pastures or feedlots.
  • Weighed produce at markets for sale transactions; collected payment from customers when applicable.
  • Provided assistance during birthing season by monitoring pregnant animals closely.
  • Fed animals their daily rations of grain and hay; monitored their health for signs of illness or injury.
  • Assisted in the construction of structures such as barns, sheds, and shelters, as needed.
  • Worked with supervisors to develop strategies for improving production yields.
  • Monitored crop health and growth rate; reported any issues to supervisor.
  • Performed general maintenance on farm machinery and vehicles.
  • Documented animal births in a log book; updated records with pertinent information.
  • Ensured all safety regulations were followed while operating heavy equipment or working with hazardous materials.

Dairy Farmer

matt mckay
, Otorohonga
06.2011 - 06.2013
  • Inspecting barns for cleanliness standards as well as identifying signs of disease or parasites in animals.
  • Maintaining a safe working environment by adhering to all safety regulations.
  • Assisting neighbouring farmers during peak periods.
  • Developing strategies to improve the efficiency of dairy operations.
  • Collecting data on milk production, herd size, fertiliser usage and other relevant metrics.
  • Carrying out routine maintenance of dairy machinery such as milking machines and pasteurisers.
  • Keeping accurate records of animal movements within the herd including births, deaths and sales and purchases.
  • Feeding, milking and caring for cows, goats and other animals.
  • Repairing and maintaining farm infrastructure such as fences, gates, sheds and water systems.

Skills

  • Tractor Operation
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Harvesting techniques
  • Pest Control
  • Farm Equipment Maintenance
  • Basic Carpentry
  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Fence Repair
  • Soil preparation
  • Weather Monitoring
  • Crop Cultivation
  • Safe equipment use
  • Land Management
  • Crop Rotation
  • Feed Distribution
  • Animal Care
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Property Maintenance
  • Chemical Application
  • Equipment Repair and Maintenance
  • Livestock care
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Farm Equipment and Machinery

Timeline

General Farm Hand

waipapa
05.2023 - 01.2024

2IC Manager

atihau
06.2022 - 04.2023

General Farm Worker

collin armour
05.2020 - 06.2022

Dairy Farmer

matt mckay
06.2011 - 06.2013

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