Ralph Mekaeas Trabasas
Lumsden,New Zealand
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in problem-solving, communication skills, and team building. Demonstrates strategic planning and resourcefulness, consistently remaining calm under pressure. Proven leadership abilities drive successful outcomes and foster collaborative environments. Committed to leveraging these skills to achieve farm goals and enhance team performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Herd Manager
North South Farm
06.2025 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights and weekends.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Monitored milk production for quality assurance.
- Promoted best farming practices, improved farm efficiency.
- Operated tractors, forklifts and wagon to transport animals and feed between farm locations with zero incident.
- Kept farm buildings, structures and machinery clean and well-maintained.
- Trained and supervised workers in animal care procedures, farm maintenance and health and safety precautions.
- Managed operation and upkeep of effluent irrigators to support farm irrigation needs.
Assistant Herd Manager
North South Farm
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Carried out basic machinery maintenance tasks thus saving costs on external repair services.
- Conducted thorough inspection routines achieving early detection of possible diseases or injuries.
- Performed feeding duties, ensuring optimal nutrition balance for the herd.
- Coordinated vaccination schedules, reducing prevalence of diseases within the herd.
- Ensured efficient milking procedures for increased productivity.
- Assisted in calving, resulting in minimal complications and stress amongst the livestock.
- Managed daily operations for enhanced efficiency in dairy production.
- Achieved high levels of animal welfare with routine checks and treatments.
- Followed biosecurity measures strictly minimizing risk of disease transmission.
- Trained new staff members leading to a more skilled workforce on the farm.
- Cleaned and fumigated farm buildings to remove dirt and pests.
- Maintained machinery and equipment to prolong useful life.
Dairy Farm Assistant
North South Farm
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in calving procedures, ensuring safe delivery of calves.
- Gathered data on milk yield and quality; facilitated informed decision making.
- Carried out routine maintenance checks on farming equipment to prevent breakdowns.
- Performed regular machinery repairs for uninterrupted farm operations.
- Ensured animal health, resulting in premium quality milk yields.
- Achieved efficient farm operations by assisting with daily milking procedures.
- Improved herd health with regular vaccination routines and check-ups.
- Monitored livestock, preventing spread of diseases.
- Communicated effectively with team members; ensured smooth running of dairy operations.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions whilst carrying out outdoor tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene for optimal dairy production.
- Assisted with paperwork and record keeping to maintain regulatory compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
John B Lacson Foundation Maritime University
Philippines /2013 - /2016
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Resourcefulness
- Calm under pressure
- Leadership
Accomplishments
Winner of the 2023/24 People Award (FarmRight Staff Awards Dinner)
Certification
Level 3 Agriculture - Animal Health & Biosecurity
Level 3 Agriculture - Dairy (Assist with operation dairy effluent
management systems MC)
References
Callum Pilsworth (Current Farm Manager North South Farm)
027 529 3206
Angela Reid (Operations Manager North South Farm)
027 423 7934
Timeline
Herd Manager
North South Farm
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Herd Manager
North South Farm
06.2024 - 06.2025
Dairy Farm Assistant
North South Farm
02.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
John B Lacson Foundation Maritime University
/2013 - /2016