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Erin Nicole McGhie

Cumnock

Summary

Reliable individual with strong work ethic and keen interest in Childcare and/or working with animals. Uses active listening and communication skills to work well within teams. Committed and energetic person with resourceful and problem-solving approach to tasks and challenges. Quick learner ready to help as instructed. Aims to contribute to company productivity and operational success.


Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

General Farm worker

Hill of Ochiltree Farm - K Gatherer
Ochiltree, East Ayrshire
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Developed skills working with livestock.
  • Enhanced animal health by administering vaccinations.
  • Fed livestock according to established schedules and dietary requirements.
  • Monitored herd health, moved cows and fed youngstock to help promote high standards of cow welfare.
  • Carried out milking duties in strict accordance with farm protocols.
  • Carried out routine checks on livestock, detecting signs of disease or injury.
  • Assisted with birthing procedures in livestock for better productivity.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings fostering effective communication among farm workers.
  • Ensured a clean and organised working environment by regular maintenance of the farm area.
  • Gained experience driving tractors and various Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs).
  • Promoted site security by maintaining robust perimeter through agricultural fencing.
  • Maintained flexible schedule to work and provide cover across 3 daily shifts.
  • Cleaned farm buildings and equipment to maintain stable operations.
  • Carried out all tasks in line with hygiene rules, upholding optimum safe working practices.
  • Herded animals and helped with movement between fields, paddocks and stables.
  • Prepared feed for and fed livestock.
  • Herded livestock to move between pastures, collect for special actions and drive to lorries for loading.
  • Assisted in performing breeding activities of farm animals.
  • Milked cows following instructions from farmers.
  • Cleaned livestock sheds and stables to maintain good hygiene standards.
  • Handled daily animal care covering feeding, watering and cleaning work.
  • Maintained excellent physical fitness for lifting bales, feed and bedding.


Education

NVQ Level 5 - Early Years

Ayrshire College
Ayr
09.2024 -

NAT 4's, and NAT 5's - P.E, Maths, Biology, History, Home Economics, English

Robert Burns Academy
Cumnock, East Ayrshire
05.2022 - 05.2023

Skills

  • Timely task completion and Time management
  • Understanding operation of farm machinery
  • Use of appropriate equipment
  • Freeze branding of cattle
  • Livestock breeding understanding
  • Breeding proceduresArtificial Insemination
  • Tractor operation
  • Animal handling
  • Youngstock rearing
  • Animal feeding and cleaning
  • Animal vaccination
  • Milking cows
  • All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) driving
  • Self-motivated work ethic
  • Working as part of a team

Affiliations

  • A long term member of the British Showjumping Society. Owner and trainer of my own horses. Competed in the Scottish Junior Show Jumping team competing both in England and in the north of Scotland, learning along the way how to be responsible for the care of my equipment, supplies and animals.r
  • I am a member of Mauchline Young Farmers Club and am active in all activities. Presently a member of their ladies Tug of War Team, and an active member of the Junior committee

Timeline

NVQ Level 5 - Early Years

Ayrshire College
09.2024 -

General Farm worker

Hill of Ochiltree Farm - K Gatherer
07.2023 - 02.2024

NAT 4's, and NAT 5's - P.E, Maths, Biology, History, Home Economics, English

Robert Burns Academy
05.2022 - 05.2023
Erin Nicole McGhie