Glenn McMillan
Summary
I have been working in the Dairy Industry for a number of years and after taking a season off for the birth of my daughter, I am very eager to get back on farm. I have experience juggling multiple priorities to keep operations running smoothly. I am a communicative team leader possessing outstanding time management skills and work ethics, well-versed in propagating all types of flowers, trees and shrubbery with both traditional and organic approaches while being accustomed to strategically analyzing problems, uncovering cost savings and streamlining processes.
I have an approachable persona with a motivational attitude and organizational problem-solver skills with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills.
Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Highly adaptable, team-oriented and self-motivated. Respectful of staff, stock and machinery.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Arena Motel
Christchurch, Canterbury
01.2024 - Current
- Bookings
- Reception
- Administration
- Assisting / Supervising Housekeeping
- Customer Service
- Collection and Drop off of guests as required
Herd Manager
Turpin Dairies Ltd
Canterbury, Ashburton
01.2022 - 08.2024
- 750 cows through 54bale rotary.
- Monitored herd health and implemented preventative measures to reduce the risk of disease.
- Maintained records of animal births, deaths, treatments, and movements.
- Ensured that animals had access to clean water and appropriate feed.
- Performed regular inspections of livestock facilities and equipment.
- Developed strategies for improving herd productivity and profitability.
- Assisted with artificial insemination procedures as needed.
- Conducted routine hoof trimming when necessary.
- Supervised employees in the daily care of animals including feeding and milking operations.
- Inspected pastures regularly to ensure they were free from hazards or damage caused by grazing animals.
- Organized breeding programs according to desired goals.
- Responded quickly to any signs of illness or injury among the herd.
- Trained staff on proper animal handling techniques.
- Investigated potential sources of contamination or environmental issues affecting herd health.
- Participated in necessary farm chores and assisted with feeding, turnout, cleaning stalls, barn and farm maintenance, grooming and exercise.
- Assisted in loading and unloading incoming freight from various vendors.
South Island Sales & Marketing Manager
Asia Pacific Group LTD
Canterbury
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Advertising, marketing, sourcing and placing candidates into job placements alongside MSD while also managing business relationships from a day-to-day perspective to ensure that sales are maximized, and account relationships are maintained
- I worked with Sanford’s, Biogiene, Certified Scaffolding, Shrink-Wrap & RB Recruitment
- Working in this role gave me a real passion for getting candidates off benefits and into full-time work, so I’ve continued to do this from within my own company since parting ways with APG.
Sole Charge Milk Harvester
Winlum Partnership
South Canterbury
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Getting cows in and milking 750 cows twice daily through 54 bale rotary shed, animal health, pasture, mating, calving, irrigation and feeding out when required.
2IC/Herd Manager
3 LEAF LTD
Canterbury
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Working with a team of 5 staff milking 1050 cows twice daily through 60 bale automated rotary shed, daily animal health, keeping records up-to date, mating, calving, k-lines, tractor work, training junior staff and pasture management.
Herd Manager
Three Creeks Farm
Waitaki
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Leading a team of 3 staff with oversight from the sharemilker, milking 500 X bred cows twice daily through a 32-bale rotary shed, setting daily breaks, moving k-lines, shed & vat washes
- I achieved my Primary ITO Level 3 while I was in this role.
Assistant Manager
Sumby Builders
Christchurch
06.2012 - 08.2013
- Assisting a friend's company after the earthquakes – During this role I was responsible for overseeing the day-to-day tasks of a team of 4 staff, database management & general admin duties
- I also upgraded the computers systems and maintained website/networking.
Dairy Farm Assistant
McKenzie Downs
South Otago
03.2011 - 06.2012
- My first farming experience, where I arrived with no idea, I was going to be pulling calves out of cows..
- Bit of a shock, but I fell in LOVE! I learnt how to do calving, milking of 1000 Fresian/Jersey X cows twice daily through a brand new 60-bale rotary, setting break fences, shed/vat washing and other general farm duties as required.
Education
Bachelors in information, Science & Technology (Level 4 GCSE) -
Otago University
01.2010
LSV (Limited Services Volunteer) -
Burnham Military Camp
01.2007
High School Certificate -
Kaikorai Valley College
01.2005
Primary ITO Level 3 -
Primary ITO
Train the Trainer -
Primary ITO
Skills
- Cost Reduction
- Task Delegation
- Recruiting and Interviewing
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
- Customer Rapport
- Workload Management
- Orientation and Training
- Marketing Tactics
- Team Motivation
- Graphic and Media Design
- Employee Engagement
- Staff Management
- Staff Supervision
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Staff Training and Development
- Livestock Management
- Equipment Operation
- Managing Operations
- Horticulture Knowledge
- Environmental Compliance
- Pest Control
- Crop Irrigation
- Fence Building
- Pasture Management
- Team Oversight
- Medicine Administration
- Understanding of Animal Welfare
- Milking Processes
- Team Supervision
- Work Scheduling
- Chemical Application
- Production Oversight
- Breeding
- Assignment Delegation
- Worker Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Arena Motel
01.2024 - Current
Herd Manager
Turpin Dairies Ltd
01.2022 - 08.2024
South Island Sales & Marketing Manager
Asia Pacific Group LTD
04.2021 - 01.2022
Sole Charge Milk Harvester
Winlum Partnership
08.2019 - 03.2021
2IC/Herd Manager
3 LEAF LTD
09.2015 - 08.2019
Herd Manager
Three Creeks Farm
08.2013 - 07.2015
Assistant Manager
Sumby Builders
06.2012 - 08.2013
Dairy Farm Assistant
McKenzie Downs
03.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelors in information, Science & Technology (Level 4 GCSE) -
Otago University
LSV (Limited Services Volunteer) -
Burnham Military Camp
High School Certificate -
Kaikorai Valley College
Primary ITO Level 3 -
Primary ITO
Train the Trainer -
Primary ITO
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