Nilanka Abeyrathna
Palmerston North,New Zealand
Summary
Accomplished Agricultural Officer with a proven track record at Sri Lanka Air Force, specializing in farm operations management and quality assurance. Demonstrated success in leading teams to achieve health and production goals, with a creative approach to problem-solving and a strong can-do attitude. Skilled in both management and quality control processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agricultural Officer
Sri Lanka Air Force
12.2016 - 01.2025
- Managing dairy cattle and buffalo units, ensuring health, reproduction, and production goals.
- Supervising pasture management, grazing strategies, and biogas systems.
- Directing dairy product processing units and quality control processes.
- Leading teams, provided training, and ensured adherence to health and safety standards.
- Operating heavy machinery for turf and pasture maintenance.
- Applying expertise in irrigation, mowing, and landscaping to maintain optimal grounds.
- Developing skills in equipment handling and preventative maintenance.
Quality Assurance and Project Manager
Galuku Hydroponic (Pvt) Ltd
Kurunegala, Sri Lanka
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Improving quality assurance processes and practices
- Developing and driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Overseeing and coordinating the investigation of Customer Complaints and Non-conformities
- Writing up and upgrade Quality Assurance manuals
- Preparing for third party audits
Livestock Officer
Seven Hills farm, Noorani Estates (PVT) Limited (NEL)
Maskeliya, Sri Lanka
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Assisting in planning and directing farming operations, which include all aspects of poultry layer management.
- Handling both production records and records of the quality management system of the farm.
- Assisting in the maintenance of all farm equipment, machinery, and facilities.
Education
BSc - Food Production and Technology Management Specialized in Livestock and Avian Sciences
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
04-2014
Diploma - Total Quality Management
Sri Lanka Standards Institute (SLSI)
Colombo, Sri LankaJunior Command and Staff Course -
Sri Lanka Air Force Academy
Chinabay, Trincomalee, Sri LankaSkills
- Farm Operations Management
- Quality Management System
- Hardworking and endurance
- Motivated
- Creative
- Can-Do Attitude
Certification
- Valid Sri Lankan Heavy Vehicle Driving License - B3881601
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare that the above in details are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
References
- Jayantha Wijeratna, Farm Manager, Grassmere Dairy Ltd, 186 Colyton Road, RDS Feilding, jaya@grassmeredairy.co.nz, +64 22 363 0994
- PE Gunawardana, Air Commodore, Director Agriculture and Welfare Project, Sri Lanka Air Force Headquarters, Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayawardanapura, Kotte, Sri Lanka, erandikag@yahoo.com, +94 71 428 3523
Timeline
Agricultural Officer
Sri Lanka Air Force
12.2016 - 01.2025
Quality Assurance and Project Manager
Galuku Hydroponic (Pvt) Ltd
01.2016 - 12.2016
Livestock Officer
Seven Hills farm, Noorani Estates (PVT) Limited (NEL)
03.2014 - 12.2015
BSc - Food Production and Technology Management Specialized in Livestock and Avian Sciences
Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
Diploma - Total Quality Management
Sri Lanka Standards Institute (SLSI)
Junior Command and Staff Course -
Sri Lanka Air Force Academy
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