Shannon Lloyd
Stratford
Summary
Experienced farmer and rural professional with 10+ years in the agriculture space. I have started my own business, employed staff and did all day to day running of the business. Booking appointments, sorting payroll, organising staff and jobs and all admin. Previously a training professional with proven track record in developing and delivering comprehensive training programs. Known for enhancing team collaboration and driving results through adaptive strategies. Highly reliable and flexible, with strong grasp of instructional techniques and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Lloyds farm relief LTD
06.2020 - Current
- Managed all aspects of the daily operations including personnel, inventory control, budgeting, pricing
- Provided friendly and engaging customer service to internal and external customers
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure successful completion of projects
- Provided leadership by setting clear goals and expectations for team members
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in order to remain competitive in the marketplace
- Performed financial analysis to identify areas for cost savings and increased profitability
- Created detailed business plans outlining strategies for growth and expansion
- Implemented quality assurance procedures to ensure high standards of customer service were met
- Assisted in preparing financial statements such as income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements
- Developed marketing campaigns aimed at increasing brand awareness and customer loyalty
- Planned and followed an efficient route to maximize time and fuel efficiency
- Demonstrated safe driving and maintained impeccable driving record
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific duties
- Reviewed financial statements, sales reports, and other performance data to measure productivity
Training Advisor
PrimaryITO
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Executed all aspects of admin, including xcel spreadsheets, word, outlook, training plans, Trellis, PowerBI
- Collaborated with subject-matter experts to create engaging learning materials that addressed the objectives of each program
- Developed and implemented effective instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of learners in multiple contexts
- Utilized technology-based platforms such as webinars or virtual classrooms for remote learning opportunities
- Actively participated in professional organizations dedicated to advancing the field of training and development
- Developed tools such as job aids or eLearning modules tailored to specific audiences
- Drafted reports summarizing key findings from post-training surveys
- Collaborated with internal teams on special projects focused on increasing efficiency or reducing costs associated with employee onboarding processes
- Created positive relationships with stakeholders by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing any issues or concerns in a timely manner
- Designed innovative approaches to motivate learners during classroom instruction
- Provided comprehensive training and development services to a variety of clients, including curriculum design, instruction delivery, and program evaluation
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, assessments, evaluations, and other relevant data related to training activities
- Coordinated logistics for offsite trainings including travel arrangements and accommodations
- Identified potential sources of funding or grants available for new initiatives
- Facilitated productive discussions among participants on topics such as change management, organizational culture, problem solving techniques
- Collaborated with management to periodically review and update training program objectives
- Monitored and evaluated training activities and program effectiveness
- Maintained records of completed training and required recertifications
- Developed alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen
- Attended meetings and seminars to obtain information for use in training programs and to inform management of training program status
- Scheduled classes and training sessions based on classroom and equipment availability
- Assigned instructors to conduct training
- Conducted internal surveys and employee interviews, applying feedback to assess and improve training programs
- Developed executive potential among employees in lower-level positions
- Coordinated participant recruitment and training program placement
- Negotiated contracts with clients for desired training outcomes and expenses
- Kept up with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books, and magazine articles
- Evaluated instructor text selections and training materials to verify alignment with approved curriculum
2IC
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Carried out Milk Harvesting to a high standard
- Kept up with all animal health treatments and ensured all animals were well looked after and animal health was maintained
- Assisted with pasture management, feeding out, topping paddocks, mowing silage and hay, maintenance on the farm, fencing, tidiness of the dwellings & plant, rolling paddocks, fixing troughs, shifting breaks, calf rearing, assisting throughout spring time with cows and calves and breaking in heifers in the cowshed
- I spent every second weekend after calving running the farm alone & managing relief staff while employers had time off
Skills
- Performance Assessment
- Performance Indicator Management
- Training Management
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Effective Time Management
- Team Coordination
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Performance Realization
- Outcome Focused
- Organizational development
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Data entry
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Strategic planning
- Data organization
- Professional development
- Adaptability
- Written communication
- Project management
Certification
- Scope for Assessing Trainees in the workplace
- 30421 Certificate
- Level3 Pasture Management and Livestock Husbandry
Timeline
Training Advisor
PrimaryITO
01.2023 - 11.2024
Owner/Operator
Lloyds farm relief LTD
06.2020 - Current
2IC
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Scope for Assessing Trainees in the workplace
- 30421 Certificate
- Level3 Pasture Management and Livestock Husbandry
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