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Raveendra Gamage
Gore,STL
Summary
With 17 years of farming experience, including 4.5 years in New Zealand dairy farming, I bring a strong work ethic and a performance-driven approach. My attention to detail, effective time management, and multitasking abilities enable me to apply my practical skills and theoretical knowledge to contribute to the achievement of organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Herd Manager
Southern Dairy Hub (730 Cows)
06.2023 - Current
- Pasture management.
- Driving and maintenance tractors with all general attachments.
- Milking and shed maintenance for grade free and low cell count.
- Effluent management and recording.
- Drafting cows for mating.
- Manage hard calving.
- Lame treatments and hoof trimming.
- Treat cows for health issues and record keeping.
- Weed controlling.
- Winter grazing.
- Organizing and planning and keep busy the junior staff and myself.
Assistant Farm Manager
Longwood Farms Ltd (530 Cows)
03.2022 - 06.2023
Farm Assistant
Arlake Limited (850 Cows)
12.2020 - 06.2021
Farm Assistant
Rene and Jannine Dairy Farm (530 Cows)
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Tractor works (fertilizing, Moving bailage, Feeding silage, Topping).
- Milking and shed hygiene and maintenance.
- Fencing.
- Irrigator sifting.
- Treatments for mastitis or metabolic problems in cows.
- Drying off cows.
- Wintering cows on kale, sweeds or grass and bale.
- Manage hard calving.
- Pasture walk or farm rides with toe behind.
Lifestock Development Officer
Department of Animal Production and Health
01.2007 - 12.2019
- Assess livestock health, nutrition, and breeding programs, providing tailored improvement recommendations.
- Deliver workshops, seminars, and field days on livestock management best practices (genetics, disease prevention, pasture management).
- Share new research and industry trends to encourage adoption of innovative techniques.
- Support farmers in implementing quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance with market standards.
- Represent livestock producers in policy discussions with government agencies and stakeholders on animal welfare and market access.
Education
Level 3 - Pasture Management -
Primary ITO
New ZealandMilk Quality 1 & 2
Invercargill, NZCertificate in Advanced Hoof Care
Invercargill, NZAB Technician Training + 12 Years of Experience -
LIC
Sri LankaCertificate in Human Resource Management
Sri LankaDiploma in Animal Husbandry - Agricultural Science
School of Animal Husbandry
Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka01-2000
Skills
- Risk management
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Physical stamina
- Adaptability
Interests
Languages
Sinhala
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Herd Manager
Southern Dairy Hub (730 Cows)
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Farm Manager
Longwood Farms Ltd (530 Cows)
03.2022 - 06.2023
Farm Assistant
Arlake Limited (850 Cows)
12.2020 - 06.2021
Farm Assistant
Rene and Jannine Dairy Farm (530 Cows)
12.2019 - 12.2020
Lifestock Development Officer
Department of Animal Production and Health
01.2007 - 12.2019
Level 3 - Pasture Management -
Primary ITO
Milk Quality 1 & 2
Certificate in Advanced Hoof Care
AB Technician Training + 12 Years of Experience -
LIC
Certificate in Human Resource Management
Diploma in Animal Husbandry - Agricultural Science
School of Animal Husbandry
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