Lakmini Konaratne
Mayfield,Ashburton
Summary
Dairy professional with extensive experience at Bentower Dairies, specializing in animal health management and advanced breeding techniques. Achievements include significant improvements in herd productivity through strategic pasture management and data-driven decisions. Proficient in equipment maintenance and team collaboration, ensuring optimal operations and adherence to high-quality standards.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Bentower Dairies
Mayfield, Ashburton
02.2023 - Current
- Enhanced milk harvesting processes to optimize quality, efficiency, and yield while troubleshooting issues.
- Maintained and repaired milking plant and farm equipment to minimize downtime.
- Executed animal health plan with thorough record-keeping and reporting on health metrics.
- Addressed animal health issues through diagnosis and treatment protocols.
- Promoted best practices in animal welfare through proper handling techniques.
- Provided support and training for junior staff to foster skill development.
- Managed pasture covers, feed intake, and cow condition for optimal herd productivity.
- Formulated feeding plan and budget, assessing crop feed values for cost-effectiveness.
- Doing artificial insemination for cows.
Manager Dairy Shed and Breeding
Kolmar Dairies
Methven, Ashburton
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed and executed comprehensive farm breeding plans to enhance productivity.
- Managed all aspects of Dairy Shed operations and milking processes.
- Ensured plant hygiene and monitored somatic cell counts for grade-free standards.
- Oversaw animal health and welfare initiatives to maintain herd quality.
- Handled calving procedures, downer cow treatments, and colostrum management.
- Administered pasture and stock management for milking cows, heifers, and yearlings.
- Utilized Protrak, Minda, and Alflex for efficient data management.
- Performed artificial insemination and condition scoring for optimal herd performance.
Dairy Farm Assistant
Meds and Medows Ltd
Leeston, Leeston
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Assisted in daily milking operations using automated milking systems.
- Monitored animal health and reported concerns to farm management.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of barns and milking equipment.
- Documented milk production data for quality control and inventory management.
- Supported breeding activities by tracking oestrous cycles in dairy cows.
- Fed dairy cattle according to established feeding schedules and protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Participated in training new staff on farm safety procedures and best practices.
Education
GED -
Schoo of Agricultue
Kundasale, Sri Lanka06-1996
LIC
New ZealandDairy NZ
New ZealandPrimary ITO
Dairy Training Ltd
Skills
- Milking processes
- Animal health management
- Equipment maintenance
- Data management
- Herd productivity
- Pasture management
- Breeding techniques
Accomplishments
- Presidential and Provincial awards for the best Artificial Insemination Technician in Sri Lanka 2007.
Affiliations
- Walking, reading books, Painting.
Certification
- Full New Zealand driver's licenses
- Essential First Aid course from New Zealand Red Cross
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Bentower Dairies
02.2023 - Current
Manager Dairy Shed and Breeding
Kolmar Dairies
06.2021 - 01.2023
Dairy Farm Assistant
Meds and Medows Ltd
08.2014 - 05.2015
GED -
Schoo of Agricultue
LIC
Dairy NZ
Primary ITO
Dairy Training Ltd