Keeva Hintz
New Plymouth,Taranaki
Summary
Self-motivated professional with extensive leadership experience, a diverse skill set and a strong background in team collaboration. Efficient time management and ability to perform under pressure lead to high-quality outcomes. Recent graduate from Lincoln University with a Bachelor of Agriculture Science, achieving first class Honours. Growing up on a dairy farm in Taranaki instilled a profound and enduring connection for the agriculture sector. Have a keen interest in all primary industries, however very passionate about animal science, genetics, and sustainable practices. Committed to driving positive change in the agriculture sector and aim to inform and inspire future generations on the upcoming solutions and transformations in the farming industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Wool Presser
Platinum Shearing
, Gore
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Pressed wool into bales using various presses.
- Separated and pressed different lines and classes of wool for quality assurance.
- Continuously refilled shearers' catching pens to ensure smooth workflow.
Taranaki Regional Council Summer Student Internship
Taranaki Regional Council
, Taranaki
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Summer internship role in the Land Management Department working with the Hill Country Team.
- Assisted in a ArcGIS project grading STRESS funded afforestation blocks.
- Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organisation and filing.
- Worked in the Lepperton Poplar and Willow Nursery doing summer pruning.
- Performed silvicultural tasks like form pruning, thinning, selection of leaders, and identification of clones/varieties on poplar and willow trees.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Front of House Waitress
Shining Peak
, New Plymouth
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Front of house waitress at shining peak
- Includes looking after customers and ensuring that all their needs are meet and their experience is enjoyable.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organised dining area.
- Managed high-volume table turnover efficiently, contributing to increased restaurant revenue.
- Executed daily opening and closing tasks thoroughly, maintaining operational readiness for each shift.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
General Worker & Casual Shepherd
Rotomate Sheep and Beef Farm
, Pio Pio
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed shepherding duties for 12 mobs of Friesian bulls and 2 mobs of sheep.
- Vaccinated, drenched, and undertook weight assessments for livestock.
- Conducted fencing jobs and repairs and monitored water and power systems throughout farm.
- Performed docking, shearing, and crutching to maintain livestock health.
- Implemented weed and pest control measures to enhance pasture quality.
- Administered supplementary feeding to stock to ensure optimal nutrition.
- Gained experience in soil testing to support land management decisions.
General Farm Worker
Clear View Goat Farm, Shane McDonald
, Bell Block
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Performed relief milking during morning and night shifts, ensuring consistency in operations.
- Managed milking shed setup and executed full plant wash downs to maintain hygiene.
- Provided twice-daily feeding and extensive care for kids to promote healthy growth.
- Assisted with general farm work and conducted necessary maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Examined livestock for signs of injury and disease.
Education
Bachelor of Agriculture Science with Honours - Agricultural Sciences
Lincoln University
Canterbury11.2024
NCEA -
New Plymouth Girls' High School
New Plymouth11.2020
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Approachable and outgoing
- Quick learner
- Punctuality and organisation
- Strong work ethic
- Leadership skills
- Adaptability under pressure
- Integrity and honesty
Accomplishments
- DairyNZ Scholar 2021-2024
- John Young Fonterra Scholar 2023
- LIC Scholar 2024
- Bashford Nicholls Scholarship recipient 2021
- LA Alexander Scholarship Recipient 2021
- Alexander and Gladys Shepherd Scholarship Recipient 2020
- Ann Sinclair Scholarship Recipient 2021, 2024
- NPGHS special award for service to school
- NPGHS special award for top house score in sporting activities
Leadership Experience
- NPGHS Tutor Group Representative 2016,2018,2019
- Tokomaru Waka Huia Council 2020
- New Plymouth Girls' High School sports council 2016,2020
- NPGHS school council 2017,2019
- NPGHS social committee
- Year Representative of Scotland's Hostel
- Tokomaru House captain 2020
- Tuhonohono Kawai Huia representative
- Lincoln University Young Farmers sub-committee
Sports & Cultural Activities
- Taranaki U18 rugby captaincy 2018-19, leadership team 2017-19
- Taranaki U18 sevens rugby captaincy 2019
- Te Atiawa Maori rugby captaincy 2019
- NPGHS 1st XV and 7s captaincy 2017-19
- Nominated for Sport Taranaki Junior Sportswoman of the year 2019
- Northern Region Maori rugby selection
- Taranaki Women's Rugby Academy selection
- Kendra Cocksedge trophy for most dedicated player
- Taranaki Whio development team and training squad
- Selection for the Chiefs invitational tournament
- Graduation from the International Rugby Academy of New Zealand
- Most Valuable Player award for Secondary Schools Rugby competition
Hobbies and Interests
- Running
- Free diving & spear fishing
- Skiing
- Hunting
- Hiking
- Farming
References
Shane McDonald, Past Employer & Mentor
shanemac@hotmail.co.nz
0272442404
Timeline
Wool Presser
Platinum Shearing
01.2025 - 03.2025
Taranaki Regional Council Summer Student Internship
Taranaki Regional Council
11.2023 - 02.2024
Front of House Waitress
Shining Peak
11.2022 - 02.2023
General Worker & Casual Shepherd
Rotomate Sheep and Beef Farm
01.2021 - 02.2022
General Farm Worker
Clear View Goat Farm, Shane McDonald
03.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Agriculture Science with Honours - Agricultural Sciences
Lincoln University
NCEA -
New Plymouth Girls' High School
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