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Jonathon Lilburn

Summary

Rural agricultural professional with over 6+ years of experience and a decade of hands-on farming expertise. Proven ability to leverage technical knowledge and strong communication skills to drive sales and foster client relationships. Committed to continuous learning and empowering farmers to identify and capitalize on business opportunities. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, organizational skills, and integrity in all professional interactions.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager/Waikato & Northland

Senztag - CowManager
06.2021 - 02.2025
  • Achieved sales growth of 57,000 sensors by pursuing leads across Upper North Island and Northland.
  • Represented company at rural professional events to establish new business relationships.
  • Demonstrated benefits of wearable technology through product showcases across North Island.
  • Mapped properties strategically to optimize tower placement and enhance network coverage.
  • Installed towers and routers, enhancing system functionality.
  • Streamlined livestock tagging process for seamless network integration.
  • Trained farmers and provided ongoing support to maximize software utilization.

Research/Field Technician

Pioneer Brand Products
01.2018 - 06.2021
  • Executed planning and coordination for Pioneer IMPACT trial program across North and South Islands.
  • Assisted in designing and installing New Zealand’s first maize nitrogen leaching suction cup site.
  • Managed a network of over 500 inoculant applicators through rural contractors nationwide.
  • Consolidated applicator part inventories and coordinated annual orders from the United States.
  • Oversaw management and distribution of parts to optimize applicator performance.
  • Established strong relationships with contractors in Waikato region to enhance inoculant sales.
  • Conducted testing on contractor planter units to ensure peak operational efficiency.
  • Planned and implemented maize seed Product Advancement Trials throughout Waikato region.

Farm Assistant

Tristan O’Brien Farm
, WA
12.2015 - 06.2017
  • Collaborated with farm owner to assess crops and livestock on 6000ha property.
  • Planned and executed animal health and welfare programs to ensure optimal standards.
  • Managed crop welfare through effective cropping, harvesting, and spraying operations.
  • Identified pests and appropriate chemicals to mitigate agricultural risks.
  • Operated heavy machinery for land development and management initiatives.

Stock Manager

Owaka Stud, Hastings
06.2010 - 02.2014
  • Managed stock operations across two farms on Napier-Taihape Road.
  • Oversaw daily stock shifts and operational tasks independently.
  • Conducted feed budgeting and maintained comprehensive records for diverse livestock.
  • Monitored nutrition for Fersian bulls, breeding ewes, and cows.
  • Developed feeding strategies for fattening store lambs to optimize growth.
  • Implemented cow, sheep, and pasture nutrition plans to enhance overall health.
  • Ensured pastures remained healthy to support sustainable farming practices.

Education

Diploma - Rural Business Studies

Telford Rural Polytechnic

Certificate - Advanced Farm Management

Telford Rural Polytechnic

Timeline

Sales Manager/Waikato & Northland

Senztag - CowManager
06.2021 - 02.2025

Research/Field Technician

Pioneer Brand Products
01.2018 - 06.2021

Farm Assistant

Tristan O’Brien Farm
12.2015 - 06.2017

Stock Manager

Owaka Stud, Hastings
06.2010 - 02.2014

Diploma - Rural Business Studies

Telford Rural Polytechnic

Certificate - Advanced Farm Management

Telford Rural Polytechnic

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