Brent Posthumus
Abbotsford,British Columbia
Summary
My career objective is to be involved in the agriculture industry and one day obtain a small farm that my wife and I can raise our family on. I am a hardworking person bringing 15 years of experience in livestock management, team leadership and business planning. I am knowledgeable about preventing diseases and pests, establishing optimal growing conditions and overseeing care schedules to maximize herd growth and health. My experience and knowledge will be an asset to any future career in the agriculture industry.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Dairy Farm Manager
Nature Glen Farms
09.2014 - Current
- Managed day to day tasks of an organic dairy farm.
- Improved herd health with regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, complying with industry regulations to ensure quality product output.
- Managed dairy farm personnel for effective task delegation, scheduling, and productivity.
- Oversaw pasture grazing management.
- Enhanced milk production by implementing efficient animal nutrition and feeding strategies.
- Maintained ProAction records and performed annual audits.
- Wrote and improved SOPs to maintain consistency across shifts and work areas.
Forage Crop Manager
McBryott Farms
04.2013 - Current
- Managed forage crop production to be sold to local farmers in the dairy and beef industry
- Custom baling for local farmers
- Coordinate feed deliveries
- Use semi and multiple trailer configurations to deliver feed. Ie Super B and 48 foot step deck
Poultry Farm Manager
McBryott Farms LTD.
10.2003 - Current
- Maintained accurate record-keeping practices, tracking important data such as mortality rates, feed and water intake, and growth rate.
- Oversaw maintenance of farm equipment and facilities, scheduling repairs as needed to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
- Assessed flock performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Monitored environmental conditions within poultry houses, adjusting ventilation systems as needed for optimal bird comfort and growth rates.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to maintain flock health through regular check-ups and preventative care measures.
- Monitored flock for signs of disease or physical distress and culled birds when necessary.
- Enhanced biosecurity measures for the health and safety of the flock, ensuring optimal production levels.
Relief Driver
McBryott Farms
08.2008 - 11.2014
- Operating a tractor and 53 foot trailer Combination
- Hauling through-out the U.S and western Canada
- Mountain and winter experience.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
Field hand
Ketek
12.2012 - 04.2013
- Hot Shot Services
- Servicing rental equipment (light towers, generators, shakes, waste management equipment, etc) throughout the southern and northern areas of Fort McMurray.
Driver
Neel’s agri service
10.2012 - 11.2012
- Driving silage truck, and tractor buggy Combination
- Washing equipment once the harvest was done.
Hired hand
Watza VanPopta Farm
05.2012 - 10.2012
- Milk, Feed the livestock and field work.
Labourer
Quality Construction
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Build a dairy barn, concrete work, roofing, finishing, and pushing cows through robot milker.
Hired Hand
Mierhof Farms LTD.
10.2007 - 12.2011
- Manage farm while the owner is on holidays
- Milk
- Clean allies and stalls
- Other chores around farm
- Operate equipment
Labourer
RS & Associates Airport Services LTD.
09.2006 - 10.2007
- Loaded and unloaded luggage
- De-iced planes in winter
- Marshaled plane in and out of loading bay
- Groomed evening flights.
Labourer
MSN Construction LTD.
06.2006 - 08.2006
- Building greenhouses
- Building support wall and putting up structure
- Operations of bobcat and sky jack.
Hired Hand
Fraserbridge Farms Ldt
08.2005 - 07.2006
- Milked twice a day
- Feed milk cows, dry cows, heifers and calves
- Clean allies with bobcat
- Field work
- Operated tractor, loader, and mixer wagon.
Hired Hand
McBryott Farms LTD.
04.2000 - 10.2003
- Milked
- Field work
- Hauled manure
- Feed all animals
- Operated tractor, loader, mixer wagon, manure spreader, field work equipment, and farm truck for chores
- Pest control.
Education
BBA Degree - Agriculture / Agribusiness
UFV
Chilliwack, British Columbia04.2012
Diploma & Certificate - Livestock Production
UFV
Chilliwack, British Columbia04.2009
Class one license - Commercial Drivers License
Valley Driving School
Abbotsford, British Columbia08.2008
High school -
Rick Hansen Secondary School
Abbotsford, British Columbia06.2007
Skills
- Committed
- Good Listener and Communicator
- Independent
- Observant
- Organized
- Manage my time well
- Reliable
- Problem-solver
- Trustworthy
- Have knowledge of disease prevention strategies and animal health monitoring
- Good Record Keeping Abilities
- Proficient at using Microsoft Office
- Reproductive Management Skills
- Genetic Selection Understanding
- Animal Nutrition Knowledge
- Milking System Operation Knowledge
- Animal Welfare Standards Knowledge
- Farm Financial Planning Experience
- Forage Production Experience
- Dairy Herd Management Skills
- Herd Performance Analysis Skills
- Feed Management Strategies
- Knowledge of Manure Management Practices
- Farm Equipment Operation Skills
- Relationship Building and Management Skills
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Dairy Farm Manager
Nature Glen Farms
09.2014 - Current
Forage Crop Manager
McBryott Farms
04.2013 - Current
Field hand
Ketek
12.2012 - 04.2013
Driver
Neel’s agri service
10.2012 - 11.2012
Hired hand
Watza VanPopta Farm
05.2012 - 10.2012
Labourer
Quality Construction
01.2012 - 05.2012
Relief Driver
McBryott Farms
08.2008 - 11.2014
Hired Hand
Mierhof Farms LTD.
10.2007 - 12.2011
Labourer
RS & Associates Airport Services LTD.
09.2006 - 10.2007
Labourer
MSN Construction LTD.
06.2006 - 08.2006
Hired Hand
Fraserbridge Farms Ldt
08.2005 - 07.2006
Poultry Farm Manager
McBryott Farms LTD.
10.2003 - Current
Hired Hand
McBryott Farms LTD.
04.2000 - 10.2003
BBA Degree - Agriculture / Agribusiness
UFV
Diploma & Certificate - Livestock Production
UFV
Class one license - Commercial Drivers License
Valley Driving School
High school -
Rick Hansen Secondary School
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