Rachael Hanham (Rogers)
Taihape,MWT
Summary
Results-oriented professional with significant experience in dairy cow management and animal health monitoring at Mullerwhero Farming Ltd. Demonstrated success in improving team collaboration and maintaining high dairy hygiene standards, leading to increased calving rates and optimal herd health. Committed to advancing agricultural practices through effective management and innovative solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager/Shed Manager
Mullerwhero Farming Ltd
Otorohanga, Otorohanga
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Achieved calving of 850 head in 2019/2020 and 845 head in 2020/2021
- Assisted in daily milking operations and maintained equipment cleanliness.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold safety standards on the farm.
- Supported breeding programs by tracking reproductive cycles.
- Assisted in the birthing process of calves.
- Managed water supply systems ensuring adequate flow to troughs for livestock consumption.
- Monitored herd health and identified any potential issues with animals.
- Maintained daily records of cows milked, and animal health.
- Assisted with feeding, tagging, and treating calves.
- Mustered and drove livestock to the milking shed.
- Maintained high standards of animal welfare when performing feeding and milking procedures.
- Patrolled, inspected and reported animal health and reported suspicious or unusual behavior.
- Washed and cleaned the milking plant and bulk milk silo.
Calf rearer, Runoff Manager, Relief milker
Rural Practice Trust
04.2017 - 05.2019
- 200 calves reared, 100ha runoff 79ha effect
- Managed daily feeding schedules for newborn calves.
- Monitored calf health and reported concerns to the owner.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for calves.
- Collaborated with team members to improve calf-rearing practices.
- Trained new staff members on proper techniques for caring for young cattle.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels of supplies needed for calf rearing operations.
- Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent disease spread among calves.
- Trained new staff on proper calf care techniques and protocols.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Conducted general maintenance activities such as cleaning pens, stalls, fences.
- Cleaned and sterilized equipment used for calf rearing.
- Provided support in artificial insemination procedures when necessary.
- Shifted animals between grazing areas to foster sufficient access to food.
- Marked livestock to identify ownership and grade using tags.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
Lead Calf rearer, Relief milker
Highland Downs Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2017
- 350 Calves reared
Dairy Assistant
B S Farming Ltd
12.2015 - 04.2016
- Assisted in daily milking operations, and maintained milking equipment and weed control.
Relief calf rearer
Fat Vat Farming
08.2015 - 09.2015
- Monitored the health and development of calves on a daily basis when the main calf rearer was off the farm.
Shop Assistant
H & J Smith
Invercargill, Invercargill
05.2010 - 02.2015
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organized merchandise displays for optimal presentation.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to ensure efficiency.
- Answered phone inquiries regarding store hours, product availability, and pricing promptly.
- Operated cash register to process customer purchases efficiently and accurately.
- Handled incoming shipments, tagging and pricing items before display on shelves.
- Collaborated with staff members to optimize store operations and service delivery.
Lead Calf rearer, Relief milker
Highland Downs Ltd
08.2008 - 05.2010
- 170 calves reared
Herd Manager
Fat Vat Farming
12.2005 - 06.2008
Education
Certificate Veterinary Nursing - Small animal nursing
SIT
Invercargill, NZ01.2015
National Certificate of Retail Lvl 2 - Retail Skills
SIT
Invercargill, NZ05-2012
Higher School Certificate - English, Chemistry, Physics, Maths
Hamilton Girls’ High School
Hamilton, NZ12-1993
Feed Budgeting and Condition Scoring -
Tractor Safety Course and Competence on ATV -
Skills
- Inventory management
- Merchandising strategies
- POS operation
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Dairy hygiene practices
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Customer engagement
- Computer proficiency
- Technology adaptability
- Health and safety compliance
- Vehicle operation
- Crop feeding techniques
- Tractor operation
- Animal husbandry
- Dairy cow management
- Pasture budgeting and monitoring
- Animal health record keeping
- Effluent spreader operation
- Dairy farming techniques
- Animal health monitoring
References
- Amy and Graeme Johnston, 39 Underwood–Linds Bridge Rd, Invercargill, NZ, (03) 235 8966
- Rachel Harrington, Catharine St, Invercargill, NZ, (03) 211 0181
- Bruce Trotter, 552 Morton Mains Dacre Rd, Edendale, NZ, (027) 278 8775
- Anna-Marie Lynch, Cuba St, Marton, NZ, (027) 555 6558
- Reza Abdul-Jabbar, 418 Marshall Rd, Mokatua, NZ, RD 5, (027) 489 1203
- Marion Reynolds, 216 Mangawhero Rd, Invercargill, NZ, (027) 713 5583
Outside Interests
- Vegetable gardening
- Knitting
- Reading a wide range of books from novels to non-fiction
- Cards: 500 and Contract Bridge
- Trying to catch trout with a fly rod
Introduction - Key Experience And Personal Strengths
- Honesty and hard working
- Strong animal husbandry skills
- Calm and confident dairy cow handling skills
- Practical pasture monitoring and budgeting experience
- Mastitis and lame detection and treatment
- Able to identify common metabolic illness and treat
- Skilled in dairy shed hygiene
- Computer literate
- Willingness to learn new systems
- Have a working knowledge of Health and Safety laws
- Confident with 4 wheels and trailers
- Break feeding winter crops
- Enjoy working with people from different backgrounds
- Have basic tractor skills
- Skilled with farm water and electric fence repair
- Able to do basic fence repairs
- Record and identify on heat cows
- Keep animal health records
- Experience with traveling effluent spreaders
Accomplishments
Excellence in Dog Behavior.
Timeline
Assistant Manager/Shed Manager
Mullerwhero Farming Ltd
06.2019 - 01.2021
Calf rearer, Runoff Manager, Relief milker
Rural Practice Trust
04.2017 - 05.2019
Lead Calf rearer, Relief milker
Highland Downs Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2017
Dairy Assistant
B S Farming Ltd
12.2015 - 04.2016
Relief calf rearer
Fat Vat Farming
08.2015 - 09.2015
Shop Assistant
H & J Smith
05.2010 - 02.2015
Lead Calf rearer, Relief milker
Highland Downs Ltd
08.2008 - 05.2010
Herd Manager
Fat Vat Farming
12.2005 - 06.2008
Certificate Veterinary Nursing - Small animal nursing
SIT
National Certificate of Retail Lvl 2 - Retail Skills
SIT
Higher School Certificate - English, Chemistry, Physics, Maths
Hamilton Girls’ High School