Gayan Kavirathna
Kudawaskaduwa,Sri Lanka
Summary
Dedicated and skilled farmer with extensive experience in livestock management and farm operations. Seeking a rewarding opportunity in New Zealand, preferably as a Herd Manager or Farm Assistant, where I can apply my expertise in dairy and livestock management to contribute meaningfully to a farm's growth and success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Farm Manager
Tilak Dairy Farm
Neboda, Sri Lanka
04.2022 - Current
- Supported farm manager in overseeing daily farm activities and operations
- Operated and maintained essential farm machinery and equipment
- Managed animal care, including feeding, cleaning, and assisting with calving
- Participated in general farm maintenance and repair work
- Worked collaboratively with team members to achieve daily and seasonal goals
Supervisor
Tilak Dairy Farm
Neboda, Sri Lanka
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Assisted with daily farm operations, including planting and irrigation
- Operated and maintained tractors, irrigation systems, and other machinery
- Provided care for livestock, ensuring health and well-being
- Maintained and repaired farm infrastructure, including fencing
- Handled record-keeping of farm activities, inventory, and animal health
- Contributed to crop and soil management, including fertilization and pest control
- Followed safety protocols and best practices in agriculture
Manager
Serendib Traders
, Sri Lanka
11.2014 - 06.2019
- Managed daily operations, including fuel inventory, staff scheduling, and cash handling
- Monitored fuel deliveries and reported discrepancies to minimize losses
- Resolved customer inquiries and ensured high satisfaction levels
- Collaborated on pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness
- Assisted in financial reporting, expense tracking, and budgeting
- Implemented security and loss prevention measures
Education
Practical Dairy Management Course - Animal Production, Cow Shed Maintenance, Maintaining Milk Quality, Stock Animal Health, Stockmanship, Feed Allocation & Nutrition, Farm Machinery Operation, General Farm Work, Self-Management
National Livestock Development Board (NLDB)
Bopathalawa Farm, Sri Lanka12.2023
Bachelor of Labour Education -
University of Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka05.2015
General Certificate of Education (A/L) - Combined Math (S), Physics (C), Chemistry (S)
Nalanda College
Colombo, Sri Lanka08.2008
Skills
- Farm machinery operation and maintenance
- Animal husbandry and care
- Crop planting and harvesting
- Irrigation systems and maintenance
- Fencing and infrastructure upkeep
- Soil testing and crop management
- Record-keeping and documentation
- Adherence to agricultural safety protocols
References
Available upon request.
Corefarmingskills
- Farm machinery operation and maintenance
- Animal husbandry and care
- Crop planting and harvesting
- Irrigation systems and maintenance
- Fencing and infrastructure upkeep
- Soil testing and crop management
- Record-keeping and documentation
- Adherence to agricultural safety protocols
Timeline
Assistant Farm Manager
Tilak Dairy Farm
04.2022 - Current
Supervisor
Tilak Dairy Farm
06.2019 - 03.2022
Manager
Serendib Traders
11.2014 - 06.2019
Practical Dairy Management Course - Animal Production, Cow Shed Maintenance, Maintaining Milk Quality, Stock Animal Health, Stockmanship, Feed Allocation & Nutrition, Farm Machinery Operation, General Farm Work, Self-Management
National Livestock Development Board (NLDB)
Bachelor of Labour Education -
University of Colombo
General Certificate of Education (A/L) - Combined Math (S), Physics (C), Chemistry (S)
Nalanda College
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