Jordan Houston
Summary
Farm Manager skilled at coordinating supplies, personnel and yearly plans to keep farm operations running smoothly and within budgets. Well-versed in ordering feed, fertilizer, seeds and new livestock. Forward-thinking and hardworking with disciplined and tenacious approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drystock Manager
Waimarino Farms
12.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Fed and watered over 1700 cattle according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Spearheaded efficiency improvements targeted on optimizing crop production and exceeding financial targets.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
Farm Manager
BYL Livestock
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Fed and watered over 20,000 cattle according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs for live export.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized farm for optimal productivity and professionalism.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Maintained farm records and documentation.
- maintained quality pasture management
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Contract Milker
Aanzien Ltd
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
- Demonstrated commitment to animal welfare by adhering to ethical standards for the treatment of livestock during daily care routines.
- Kept up to date with new farm technology to make farm more environmentally sustainable.
- Maintained growth, feeding, production, and cost records for [Type] livestock.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
- Monitored milk production quality and quantity and evaluated daily data to address inefficiencies.
- Monitored cow nutrition by adjusting feed rations according to individual needs, promoting optimal milk production levels.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of employees, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement in work quality.
- Completed invoices for bills of lading, sales receipts and supplies.
- Delivered strong communication with team members, ensuring efficient task coordination and effective collaboration on project initiatives.
- Managed dairy farm personnel for effective task delegation, scheduling, and overall productivity.
- Conducted employee training programs on best practices in dairy farming techniques and safety protocols.
Contract Milker
Trinity Lands LTD
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
- Managed dairy farm personnel for effective task delegation, scheduling, and overall productivity.
- Set and improved standard operating procedures to oversee stock management, pond maintenance, and feeding schedules.
- Maintained farm records and documentation.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, complying with industry regulations to ensure quality product output.
- Optimized milking processes to increase efficiency while maintaining animal welfare standards.
- Enhanced milk production by implementing efficient animal nutrition and feeding strategies.
- Improved herd health with regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Certificate IV - Farm Management
Primary ITO
Tokoroa, NZHigh School Diploma -
Waikato Diocesan School For Girls
Hamilton, NZ12.2007
Skills
- Business Analysis and Reporting
- Policy Implementation
- Financial Management
- Time Management
Accomplishments
i have had various accomplishments in my life in work and also outside of work. main ones successfully running BYL's PEI Farm was a massive achievement for me.
outside or work i have completed 3 Iroman Triathlon's with one of them being a world championship in Kona , Hawaii
Certification
Certificate In Artificial Insemination (currently a Technician for LIC)
Dairy NZ BCS Assessor
hobbies
I have many hobbies but my main ones are triathlon and going on walks with my two children, i have a very active lifestyle so anything outdoors is great!!!
References
Bryce Young - BYL Livestock 027 496 7411
Travis Dick - BYL Livestock 027 333 3861
Kevin Murphy - Anzco Stock Agent 027 442 0546
Andrew Archer - Trinity Lands 027 202 2371
Robyn Kelly - Accountant 021 258 0132
Timeline
Drystock Manager
Waimarino Farms
12.2023 - Current
Farm Manager
BYL Livestock
02.2022 - 12.2024
Contract Milker
Aanzien Ltd
06.2020 - 02.2022
Contract Milker
Trinity Lands LTD
06.2017 - 05.2020
Certificate IV - Farm Management
Primary ITO
High School Diploma -
Waikato Diocesan School For Girls
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