Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Makayla Bunning

Morrinsville

Summary

Dedicated farm assistant with extensive experience in livestock handling and animal health monitoring Proven ability to implement sustainable practices and enhance productivity through effective problem-solving and time management.


Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene, ensuring optimal milk production and herd health.


Experienced with livestock care, crop management, and equipment maintenance. Uses effective techniques for soil preparation and irrigation. Knowledge of best practices in animal husbandry and farm safety procedures.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Farm Assistant

Alison Bunning
01.2025 - Current
  • Contributed to farm safety by adhering to established protocols and regulations during daily tasks.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to optimize work schedules and task delegation.
  • Assisted in livestock care, ensuring proper feeding, housing, and medical attention when needed.
  • Stayed current on industry trends, attending workshops and conferences to enhance professional knowledge.

Cleaner Health Care Assistant

Gisborne DHB
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
  • Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
  • Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.

Farm Assistant

Debbie Deane & Jay Maitland
12.2019 - 06.2020

Assisted the owner with milking and managing 600 cows


  • Maintained farm infrastructure by repairing structures, fences, and roads as necessary.
  • Implemented sustainable waste management practices by recycling materials whenever possible or repurposing them into valuable assets like compost or mulch.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.

Contract Milker

Dave Whardon
06.2019 - 11.2019

Responsible for milking 350 cows


Conducted regular audits of stock inventory levels to ensure an adequate supply of feed, supplements, and other farm essentials.


Monitored cow nutrition by adjusting feed rations according to individual needs, promoting optimal milk production levels.


Established strong working relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of feed, equipment, and other essential resources for smooth farm operations.

Contract Milker

J & A Woollaston Family Trust
06.2018 - 06.2019

Dairy farm with 400 cows

Collaborated with farm owners to develop annual budgets and financial plans, resulting in cost-effective operation strategies.

  • Implemented safety protocols to reduce workplace accidents and injuries among staff members during daily tasks.
  • Adapted work schedules based on changing weather conditions or unexpected events while maintaining productivity goals.
  • Managed breeding programs using artificial insemination techniques or natural mating methods as appropriate for farm goals.

Relief Milker

Many Employers
01.2017 - 11.2017
  • Relief milking was for 240 cows
  • I was confident in my role as a relief milker in the running of different cowsheds.
  • I was known for leaving the shed clean and tidy.
  • Followed strict hygiene practices during milking sessions, reducing instances of contamination and promoting product quality.

Dairy Farm Assistant

Many Employers
06.2012 - 02.2016
  • Patetonga /800 cows/ June 2012-June 2013
  • Paeroa / 340 cows/ February 2014 - May 2014
  • Raglan / July 2014 - October 2014 = Calf rearing
  • Whangarei 600 cows/ November 2014- December 2014
  • Hamilton / 400 cows/ December 2014 - February 2015
  • Reparoa / 600 cows/ August 2015 - February 2016

Education

No Degree - Hospitality, OHS Business Admin, Core Generic

Hauraki Plains College
Ngatea, NZ

Skills

  • Livestock handling
  • Animal health monitoring
  • Disease identification treatment for Mastitis
  • Grazing management
  • Milk production
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Fence repair
  • Takes responsibility for self and others
  • Practices all Health and Safety
  • Chemical application

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Four wheeler safety course by completed with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Kabota Side by Side Safety Course by completing with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Hazard ID and assessment risk course
  • First Aid Course
  • Computing
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

Retail stage 1

NCEA level 1 - 114 credits

NCEA level 2 60 credits

Computing financial Studies Hospitality

Mathematics Science,English, Health & Typing

  • Achieved Four wheeler safety course by completed with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Kabota Side by Side Safety Course by completing with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Hazard ID and assessment risk course
  • First Aid Course
  • Computing
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.


Timeline

Farm Assistant

Alison Bunning
01.2025 - Current

Cleaner Health Care Assistant

Gisborne DHB
07.2023 - 12.2023

Farm Assistant

Debbie Deane & Jay Maitland
12.2019 - 06.2020

Contract Milker

Dave Whardon
06.2019 - 11.2019

Contract Milker

J & A Woollaston Family Trust
06.2018 - 06.2019

Relief Milker

Many Employers
01.2017 - 11.2017

Dairy Farm Assistant

Many Employers
06.2012 - 02.2016

No Degree - Hospitality, OHS Business Admin, Core Generic

Hauraki Plains College
Makayla Bunning