Georgia Wilson
Darfield,CAN
Summary
To contribute to an organisation that values hard work, commitment and offers a healthy and challenging work environment. The key to achieving my overall career goals is to find a role that offers me the chance to fully utilise my skills, whilst also providing the opportunity to further develop and grow within an organisation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Calf Rearer/ Casual Worker
Canterbury Grasslands
Hororata
07.2023 - Current
- Increased calf survival rates by implementing proper feeding and nutrition protocols.
- Enhanced overall herd health through regular monitoring of calves for illnesses and timely medical intervention.
- Maintained accurate records for each calf, tracking growth progress and vaccination schedules.
- Developed a safe and clean environment for the calves by regularly sanitising living quarters to prevent disease outbreaks.
- Given the opportunity to rear calves in Missouri, USA.
Herd Test Technician
LIC
Darfield, CAN
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Setting up dairy sheds for herd testing. Assisting for herd tests.
- Contacting clients pre hand for time efficiency. Customer care.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Crew Leader
Tim Anderson Contracting, Kurow
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Working along side farmers to create schedules and follow job specifications completed to a high standard
- Supervised and trained employees to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframe
- Communicated clearly with the work crew and other supervisors to allow for optimized planning
- Kept company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order
- Planned, coordinated and participated in activities of assigned jobs.
Assistant Herd Manager
LK Farms
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed delivery and ongoing care for newborn calves from heifers and cows
- Handled issues, including learning pasture management to herd health maintaining stock
- Directed upkeep tasks such as facilities maintenance and cleaning
- Day to day operations and assisted in challenge resolutions to reduce potential overtime
- Inspected farm equipment on regularly basis to spot and address functioning issues
- Assigned milking routine
- Drafting bulls, and cows during mating.
Yard Worker
Accessman
04.2018 - 12.2018
- De- hire of machines that come off site from clients
- Perform routine maintenance duties for machinery when not out on hire, this included
Dairy Assistant
Grasslands Dairy Corporation
Hororata
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Shed preparation and cleaning to speed up turnaround between milking
- Monitored changes to keep managers and owners informed
- Performed regular maintenance and repairs on farm equipment and milking equipment
- Helped administer medicine and treat minor injuries to maintain livestock health
- Worked closely with farm management to learn to coordinate 800 cows
- Followed an established schedule for farm health and safety.
Calf Rearer/ Dairy Farm Assistant
Benkris Dairy Farm
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Maintained animal health and appearance with proper feed and nutrition
- Reported animal growth and feeding patterns to track calf progress and monitor feed supply
- Fed and watered livestock
- Provided medical treatment, administering medications and vaccinations for diverse conditions
- Disinfected stalls and equipment and shifted animals between areas to safely access pens.
Education
High School Diploma - Agriculture
Darfield High School
12.2015
Bachelor of Agriculutre - Agriculture
Lincoln University
01.2016
Skills
- Problem-solving Task prioritization
- Planning Networking
- Motivation Coordination
- Verbal communication
Timeline
Calf Rearer/ Casual Worker
Canterbury Grasslands
07.2023 - Current
Herd Test Technician
LIC
01.2023 - 05.2023
Crew Leader
Tim Anderson Contracting, Kurow
12.2021 - 12.2022
Assistant Herd Manager
LK Farms
02.2019 - 12.2021
Yard Worker
Accessman
04.2018 - 12.2018
Dairy Assistant
Grasslands Dairy Corporation
01.2017 - 06.2017
Calf Rearer/ Dairy Farm Assistant
Benkris Dairy Farm
06.2016 - 12.2016
High School Diploma - Agriculture
Darfield High School
Bachelor of Agriculutre - Agriculture
Lincoln University