Danushka Pathiraja
Canterbury,Timaru
Summary
Experienced Dairy Farm Manager with 9 years of expertise in overseeing all aspects of dairy farm operations. Proficient in animal husbandry, milk production, herd health management, and agricultural sustainability practices. Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and efficiency while ensuring high standards of animal welfare. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Manager
Four Peaks Dairy
Geraldine, Canterbury
07.2024 - Current
Dairy Farm Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Oversee daily operations of a 1300-cow dairy farm, ensuring optimal productivity and animal welfare
- Implement advanced breeding programs to improve herd genetics and pasture management to increase milk yield 8 % in 2021-2022 and 14% in 2022/2023, Current season 4% rising right now
- Develop and manage comprehensive nutrition plans to maintain herd health and maximize milk production
- Train and supervise a team of 6 farm workers, improving efficiency and reducing turnover
- Conduct regular health checks and coordinate with veterinarians for preventive care and treatment of livestock
- Ensure compliance with environmental and agricultural regulations, achieving certifications in sustainable farming practices
- Good knowledge about MINDA, Protract, Allflex Collar System, OmniEye, BCS Camera, Milk meter, Resolution, Cell count meter and some other farm related Apps
Assistant Dairy Farm Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2018 - 01.2021
Herd Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2016 - 01.2018
Assistant Herd Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2015 - 01.2016
Education
Higher National Diploma - NZQA level 6
Agriculture
Diploma -
Applied Organizational Management & Supervisory Skills Development
NZ Certificate - level 4
Agri culture
Skills
- Dairy Herd Management
- Feeding Cows
- Pasture Management
- Milk Production Optimization
- Animal Health and Welfare
- Nutritional Planning
- Breeding and Genetics
- Staff Training and Supervision
- Farm Equipment Operation and Maintenance
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Sustainable Farming Practices
Certification
- Milk Quality completed
- Animal Husbandry completed
- Pastures and Feeding completed
- Dairy productions completed
- Dairymaster Training course (milking map)
- NZ Certificate in Agriculture level 4
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare that the above particulars are true & accurate to the best of my knowledge.
References
- Mr. Suranga Mahesh, Former Farm Manager, Clarke Agri Limited, Contract Milker, Suranmahesh556@gmail.com, 0204206844
- Mr. Johanne Arndt, Contract Milker, 0221037613
Personal Information
- Age: 36
- Date of Birth: 03/26/87
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Farm Manager
Four Peaks Dairy
07.2024 - Current
Dairy Farm Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2021 - 06.2024
Assistant Dairy Farm Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2018 - 01.2021
Herd Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2016 - 01.2018
Assistant Herd Manager
Clarke Agri limited
01.2015 - 01.2016
Higher National Diploma - NZQA level 6
Agriculture
Diploma -
Applied Organizational Management & Supervisory Skills Development
NZ Certificate - level 4
Agri culture
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