Jack Blakemore
Timaru,New Zealand
Summary
I am motivated, reliable. a fast learner and have an excellent work ethic. Growing up on a farm for the first 18 years of my life I have developed a passion for both machinery and livestock. I have a vast range of experience driving different tractors and implements such as round baling, drilling, raking and wrapping. I have recently finished a three-year Bachelor of Agriculture at Lincoln University and am excited to gain more experience and broaden my knowledge in a new environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinery Operator
Central Feeds
, Canterbury
11.2020 - 02.2025
- Gained extensive experience in the operation of various tractors, loaders, and implements during 5 seasons at Central Feeds
- Operated John Deere R series tractors to perform a variety of tasks, including round baling with a Massey baler and Goweil combi, raking with 4- and 2-rotor Claas rakes, and tube wrapping using Scannell and Tubeline wrappers. Additional responsibilities included tedding, supporting silage chopper operations with a tractor and trailer, and stacking silage using volvo and JCB pivot-steer loaders, aswell are operating class disco conditioned mowers.
- Proficient in operating John Deere technology and GreenStar GPS systems, with expertise primarily focused on John Deere tractors. Also confident operating Masseys and Fendts
- Completed general maintenance and upkeep on machinery
Tractor Operator
W J Kendall and sons
Bedfordshire , UK
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Worked as a Harvest employee for a family business during the summer season.
- Gained valuable experience in corn carting and light cultivation aswell and general estate maintainance
- Demonstrated proficiency in working independently and within a small team
- Handled regular maintenance and upkeep of machinery.
General Farm Hand
Woolshed Cliffs Ltd
06.2022 - 07.2022
- During the mid-year break at Lincoln University
- Operated Valtra and Massey Ferguson tractors to feed out balage and silage. Managed break fences, performed general farm maintenance including fencing, fixing water leaks, occasional digger work, drenching, and vaccinating cattle.
- Gained experience in applying fertilizer using Trimble GPS and a Kverland spreader with section control, while also operating a tractor and trailer during harvest.
Education
Bachelor of Agriculture -
Lincoln University
Canterbury11-2023
Skills
- Machinery Operation on flat and undulating terrian
- Equipment maintenance and upkeep for example regularly greasing
- Problem-Solving
- Loader Operation
- Good Communication
- Trustworthy
- Reliable
Licenses Qualifications
Full Class 1 (Car Licence), Learner Class 2 (Heavy Rigid Vehicle up to 18,000 kg), New Zealand Firearms Licence, Wheels endorsement
References
- Ken Caird, 0272684299, Operating Director at Central Feeds
- Ben Johnson, 0224952552, Owner at Woolshed Cliffs
Hobbies and Interests
I am passionate about rugby, playing since I was 5 years old, along with hunting, fishing, motorbikes, golf and boating. Also played squash, cricket, touch rugby and rowed for a season.
Timeline
Tractor Operator
W J Kendall and sons
07.2024 - 10.2024
General Farm Hand
Woolshed Cliffs Ltd
06.2022 - 07.2022
Machinery Operator
Central Feeds
11.2020 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Agriculture -
Lincoln University