Phoebe Williams
Palmerston North,MWT
Summary
My name is Phoebe Williams, I am 22 years old and have grown up on a sheep and beef farm inland from Gisborne. Growing up on the farm has given me a love and appreciation for agriculture and has steered my in the direction of a career in this area. I choose to do the Animal science degree majoring in breeding and genetics because of passion for animals and also to gain a better understanding of the reason behind production systems in New Zealand. My immediate interest is definitely based around sheep and beef, with no strong preference between the two, and I am open and keen to learn about the deer industry as well. The career path I aim to pursue is a mix of on farm and genetic data based work that would help make a difference in the New Zealand production industry. I am a hard worker that wishes to gain practical skills and knowledge that will help me be the best I can be for my career path. I am keen to learn different ways of doing things and meet people who are passionate about their line of work.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Rousie
Crutching Gang
12.2018 - 01.2019
I worked as a rousie for a crutching gang over the 2018/2019 summer.
Lambing Worker
Greenfield Lamb
02.2020 - 03.2020
I helped with an indoor lambing season as part of my gap year in 2020. This was a great opportunity to learn about different farming practices and meet new people.
General Farm Hand
Multiple Different Farms
03.2020 - 12.2020
During the rest of my gap year worked at my family farm as well as multiple farms in my district. I learnt that there was multiple different ways of doing jobs and gained experience communicating with lots of different people.
Different jobs I completed during this time included:
- Drenching
- Vaccinating
- Docking
- Crutching
Front of House
Gengy's
07.2021 - 07.2022
While studying I worked as front of house staff at Gengy's. During this time I learnt different skills such as:
- Resolving guests complaints while maintaining positive customer environment.
- Maintaining a high level of organisation throughout the night.
- Dealing with money and making reservations.
General Farm Hand
Hamish Brown
11.2022 - 02.2023
I worked over the 2022/2023 summer for Hamish Brown on his multiple properties. During this time I was required to carry out different farm tasks such as:
- Docking, drenching, vaccinating, crutching, dipping, general maintenance and mustering.
- Worked with Hamish and his three managers to work out plans for the upcoming week. This gave me a good sense of working in a team environment.
- Monitored stock for signs of flystrike or stress.
- Operated farm equipment such as drench guns and trucks with care and precision.
General Farm Hand
Ross Maxwell
05.2023 - Current
I currently work for Ross one day a week. During this time work can be anything from drenching, dagging and vaccinating to fencing, planting trees and general maintenance. This job has allowed me to gain more experience with fencing and maintenance type jobs that I previously hadn't done much of.
Education
Bachelor of Animal Science - Majoring in Breeding And Genetics
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ05.2024
NCEA Level 1, 2 And 3 -
Iona College
Havelock North, NZ12.2019
Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Communication Skills
- Reliable
- Positive Work Ethic
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Health and safety understanding
- Quad bike and side by side driving ability
- Stock monitoring
- Animal Husbandry Understanding
- Stock sense
Hobbies
I enjoy being on the farm with my animals, keeping fit at the gym, travelling to new places, riding horses, training dogs and being with friends and family.
References
Ross Maxwell - Current employer - 0274517524 - glenonegang@xtra.co.nz
Hamish Brown - 2022/2023 Summer employer - 0272266276 - medwayhills@gmail.com
Completed courses and grades
2021 Semester One - Biophysical Principles - B-
2021 Semester One - Animals and the Environment - B
2021 Semester One - Cell Biology - B
2021 Semester One - Chemistry for Biological Systems - B
2021 Semester Two - Science and Sustainability for Agriculture and Horticulture - Pass
2021 Semester Two - Biochemistry - C+
2021 Semester Two - Introduction to Animal Science - B+
2021 Semester Two - Introduction to Animal Behaviour and Welfare - B+
2022 Semester One - Principles of Animal Breeding and Genetics B+
2022 Semester One - Livestock Production Science - B+
2022 Semester One - Animal Reproduction and Lactation in Livestock - B
2022 Semester One - Animal Production through to Carcass Classification - B
2022 Semester Two - Animal Science - B
2022 Semester Two - Applied Statistics - A-
2022 Semester Two - Physiological Strategies for Survival - C+
2022 Semester Two - The Dynamic Cell - B-
2023 Semester One - Animal Reproduction and Lactational Physiology - C+
2023 Semester One - Decision Tools for Primary Industries - B+
2023 Semester One - Animal Production - B+
2023 Semester One - Animal Biosecurity and Health - B+
Timeline
General Farm Hand
Ross Maxwell
05.2023 - Current
General Farm Hand
Hamish Brown
11.2022 - 02.2023
Front of House
Gengy's
07.2021 - 07.2022
General Farm Hand
Multiple Different Farms
03.2020 - 12.2020
Lambing Worker
Greenfield Lamb
02.2020 - 03.2020
Rousie
Crutching Gang
12.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Animal Science - Majoring in Breeding And Genetics
Massey University
NCEA Level 1, 2 And 3 -
Iona College
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