Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Jake Holmes

Meningie

Summary

Adapt at machinery operation and time management, I significantly enhanced farm efficiency at Swan Agri Business through meticulous equipment maintenance and innovative livestock care techniques. My dependable nature and proficiency in property maintenance contributed to superior project outcomes, underscoring my commitment to excellence in agricultural and fencing tasks.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Farm Hand

Swan Agri Business
02.2015 - Current
  • Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
  • Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
  • Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Spraying when necessary to maintain growing crops

Dairy Farm Hand

Treeton Illawarras
07.2012 - 01.2015
  • Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
  • Improved overall dairy farm efficiency by streamlining daily tasks and maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, grooming, and monitoring general health conditions.
  • Enhanced milk production quality by strictly adhering to hygiene standards and performing regular equipment maintenance.

Fencer

Hincks Rural Fencing
05.2009 - 06.2012
  • Installed wire, wood, and vinyl fences for various sized yards and areas for both residential and commercial customers.
  • Prepared sites and yards before installing fences by removing debris and rocks.
  • Loaded ute and trailers with fencing materials prior to each shift and unloaded all items upon arrival at job sites.
  • Repaired broken fence panels and post braces for customers and checked for any additional damage.

Education

Year 10 -

Meningie Area School
01.2010

Skills

  • Heavy lifting
  • Time management
  • Dependable and hardworking
  • Machinery operation
  • Property maintenance
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Livestock care

Certification

Chainsaw licence

Licence to perform high risk work

Chemcert licence

Licence to drive special vehicle for agricultural purposes

Timeline

Farm Hand

Swan Agri Business
02.2015 - Current

Dairy Farm Hand

Treeton Illawarras
07.2012 - 01.2015

Fencer

Hincks Rural Fencing
05.2009 - 06.2012

Year 10 -

Meningie Area School
Jake Holmes