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Micheal Mccarthy

Ashburton,CAN

Summary

Proven leader and efficient problem-solver, I leveraged teamwork and machinery operation expertise at Liquid Au Ltd to enhance farm productivity and animal welfare. Negotiated with vendors at Canterbury Conveyor Belts, cutting costs by 15% while maintaining quality. Skilled in animal care and strategic planning, I drive results and exceed expectations.

A bit about me,

I have a great work ethic and am willing to learn.

Never one to turn down a challenge.

Have a great sense of humor.

Can do attitude.

And ready for the next chapter of my working career

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Hand

Liquid Au Ltd
Dorie, Ashburton District
10.2020 - 09.2024
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
  • Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Assisted in birth of livestock, enhancing farm's productivity and animal well-being with skilled support.
  • Conducted daily health checks on animals, swiftly identifying and addressing any signs of illness to maintain herd health.
  • Erected and maintained fencing to protect crops and livestock from predators, ensuring farm security.
  • Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Observed animals and treated any signs of sickness accordingly.
  • Overseen general day to day running of farm and managed staff.

Gib Fixer

Cameron Scott
Christchurch, CAN
03.2019 - 05.2020

Installed gib board.

Tasks included measuring,cutting and fixing gib board to buildings.

Chief Workshop Manager

Canterbury Conveyor Belts
Christchurch, CAN
03.2009 - 03.2019
  • Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for materials and services.
  • Championed lean manufacturing principles, resulting in reduced waste without sacrificing product quality.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop innovative solutions that enhanced overall company performance.
  • Conducted root cause analysis for operational issues, developing effective strategies to prevent recurrence in the future.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Developed comprehensive maintenance plans to ensure equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

Education

St Thomas's Canterbury College

Skills

  • Heavy Lifting
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Machinery Operation
  • Feeding livestock
  • Tractor Operation
  • Animal Care
  • Farm Equipment Maintenance
  • Livestock Handling
  • Farm equipment operation
  • Physical Stamina
  • Farm Equipment and Machinery
  • Tractor and Implement Operation
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Fence construction
  • Stall Cleaning and Disinfecting
  • Livestock care
  • Livestock management
  • Task Prioritization
  • John Deere Equipment
  • Barn maintenance
  • Land preparation
  • Feed Distribution
  • Safety Management
  • Technical skills
  • Machinery upkeep
  • Forklift Operation
  • Weed management
  • Farm Management
  • Animal husbandry understanding
  • Pest Control
  • Livestock Birthing and Insemination
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Milking
  • Livestock Operations
  • Milking animals
  • Chemical Application
  • Animal Breeding
  • Animal Record Maintenance
  • Irrigation system
  • Disease Identification
  • Milk harvesting
  • Agrichemicals proficiency
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Physical Strength
  • Team Collaboration
  • Livestock Herding
  • Basic Mechanical Skills
  • Livestock Health
  • Animal Nutrition

References

Retish Kumar herd manager 2021-2023. +64 210 902 4935

Kerry Bradford 2020 - present run off manager 027 316 7222

Cameron Scott gib fitter 0210502237

Timeline

Farm Hand

Liquid Au Ltd
10.2020 - 09.2024

Gib Fixer

Cameron Scott
03.2019 - 05.2020

Chief Workshop Manager

Canterbury Conveyor Belts
03.2009 - 03.2019

St Thomas's Canterbury College
Micheal Mccarthy