Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
English and NZSL ( new zealand sign laugage)
Timeline
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Sally-Kay Featherstone

Sally-Kay Featherstone

Otorohanga,WKO

Summary

Dynamic beekeeper with proven success at Norman's Nectar Apiaries, enhancing honey production through effective hive management and pollination services. Skilled in Varroa mite treatment and colony inspection, I am dependable and detail-oriented. Committed to maintaining hive health and compliance with industry standards.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Beekeeper

Norman's Nectar Apries
01.2017 - Current
  • Scraped out parasites and removed vermin such as birds and mice.
  • Boosted pollination efficiency by strategically placing hives in areas with abundant flora for bees to forage.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with local landowners, securing prime locations for placing apiaries that contributed to successful honey production.
  • Maximized honey extraction with efficient use of specialized equipment such as extractors, uncapping knives, and settling tanks.
  • Achieved consistent compliance with industry regulations and best practices through ongoing education, training, and adherence to legal requirements.
  • Increased honey production by implementing effective beekeeping practices and maintaining healthy hive environments.
  • Preserved general hive health by inspecting for mites and providing ample food for bees.
  • Maintained orderly condition and cleanliness of hives by regularly checking colonies for larvae and pests.
  • Developed customized pollination services for local farmers and orchard owners to improve crop yield while diversifying income sources for the apiary business.
  • Monitored health of queen bees to verify healthy egg production.
  • Used smoke pot to force bees into hive to inspect hive and retrieve honey.

Dairy Farmer

Ben Watson
06.2012 - 09.2015
  • Milked 1000 cows using milking machinery.

Swim Instructor

TCL Swimming Pool
02.2013 - 08.2013
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
  • Promoted a fun learning environment through engaging activities and games designed to reinforce essential swimming skills.
  • Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
  • Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
  • Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.

Dairy Farmer

Wallace Group
06.2011 - 11.2012
  • Milked 650 cows using milking machinery.
  • calving

House Cleaner

Heather Featherstone
01.2016 - 10.2016
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through proper use of cleaning products and equipment.
  • Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Sorted, laundered and put away various laundry items.

Education

No Degree -

Winterberg Agriculture High School
Fort Beaufort South Africa
12-2010

Skills

  • Beekeeping
  • Harvesting
  • Varroa mite treatment
  • Winter preparation
  • Propolis harvesting
  • Colony inspection
  • Feeding bees
  • Species recognition
  • Hive maintenance
  • Bee nutrition
  • Sting treatment
  • Wax production
  • Seasonal management
  • Beehive management
  • Protective gear use
  • Pollination services
  • Honey extraction
  • Honey processing
  • Hive propagation
  • Honest and dependable
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Organizational skills
  • Self motivation

Certification

  • Certified NZQCF level 3, Primary ITO (2223-2)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

English and NZSL ( new zealand sign laugage)

Basic NZ sign language cousrse- beginners 1A - second langauge 

Timeline

Beekeeper

Norman's Nectar Apries
01.2017 - Current

House Cleaner

Heather Featherstone
01.2016 - 10.2016

Swim Instructor

TCL Swimming Pool
02.2013 - 08.2013

Dairy Farmer

Ben Watson
06.2012 - 09.2015

Dairy Farmer

Wallace Group
06.2011 - 11.2012

No Degree -

Winterberg Agriculture High School

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