Oluwadamilare Olawale
Ikorodu,Lagos
Summary
A dedicated professional with extensive expertise in financial planning, risk assessment, and budget management. Demonstrates strong capabilities in team building and supervision, staff training and recruitment, and customer relations. Possesses a robust background in animal husbandry, organic farming familiarity, and aquaculture techniques. Committed to quality control with proven skills in documentation, troubleshooting, and biosecurity maintenance. Career goals include advancing sustainable agricultural practices while enhancing livestock care through innovative feed management and disease prevention strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Farm manager
My self
Lagos , Nigeria
01.2018 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
- Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved customer queries and problems using effective communication and providing step-by-step solutions.
- Handled customer concerns and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
- Enhanced working relationships by participating in team-building activities.
- Actively listened to customers to fully understand requests and address concerns.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
- Trained and mentored employees to maximise team performance.
- Met schedule using excellent planning and coordination skills.
- Maximised customer engagement and satisfaction by delivering excellent customer service.
- Prepared range of written communications, documents and reports.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
- Developed excellent working knowledge of industry trends and improvements in processes.
- Oversaw farm workers, checking jobs done correctly and offering guidance.
- Organised the storage and distribution of farm produce, maintaining freshness and quality from field to market.
- Identified pests, weeds and plants to determine the appropriate selection of pesticides and fertilisers.
- Handled farm operations, planting, cultivating and processing of crops for optimal harvesting.
- Managed daily farm operations, including planting, harvesting, and livestock care, to maintain high productivity levels.
- Tracked and recorded information in farm systems for future process reviews and improvements.
- Conducted regular health checks on livestock, administering vaccinations and treatments to promote animal welfare.
- Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviours to workers, maximising performance and reducing wasteful processes.
- Purchased machinery and supplies and replaced out-of-stock items at cost-effective prices to keep operations running.
- Participated in agricultural exhibitions and competitions, showcasing farm produce and innovations.
- Established pest and disease management programmes, safeguarding plant health and ensuring crop quality.
- Managed livestock breeding programmes, focusing on genetic improvement and healthy stock.
- Developed and maintained budgets for farm operations, controlling costs to maximise profitability.
- Managed irrigation systems, ensuring optimal water usage and supporting crop growth throughout the season.
- Supervised a team of farm workers, delegating tasks and monitoring performance to achieve operational goals.
- Performed manual labour including digging holes and cleaning drains, following healthy and safety guidelines.
- Checked and maintained tools and machinery, repairing and replacing to keep operations in good working order.
- Sprayed insecticides over crops to minimise insects damaging produce.
- Recorded detailed farm activity logs, keeping accurate records for compliance and operational analysis.
- Inspected [Type] structures regularly to identify maintenance needs and coordinate skilled repairs.
- Worked with other farmers, performing monthly health checks on livestock.
- Conducted regular machinery maintenance to guarantee operational efficiency and safety.
- Managed crop maintenance including weeding, thinning and pruning for healthy crop growth.
- Organised sales and distribution of farm produce to local markets, ensuring freshness and quality.
- Streamlined farm processes through the adoption of technology, enhancing operational efficiency and productivity.
- Fostered a positive working environment, motivating staff and encouraging professional development.
- Managed daily operations on a 150-acre farm, overseeing crop production and livestock care.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and buyers, securing favourable terms for farm produce and inputs.
- Directed efficient crop production to maximise resource utilisation and consistently meet schedule and financial demands.
- Built fencing to house livestock and protect them against predators.
- Operated and maintained farming machinery, including baler, combine harvester and row crop tractors.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure high-quality seeds, fertilisers, and farming equipment at competitive prices.
- Looked after animals, providing food, water and shelter to maintain healthy livestock.
- Monitored plant health and soil conditions, applying treatments to prevent disease and pest infestation.
- Communicated with buyers to arrange pick-ups or deliveries of produce and tracked shipments to verify accurate delivery.
- Kept in good physical condition to perform required daily tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Coordinated operations in large-scale operations to grow and harvest crops and breed and rear livestock.
- Oversaw the maintenance and repair of farm machinery and equipment, minimising downtime and increasing efficiency.
- Cared for and reared livestock, including cows, sheep and goats.
- Conducted financial planning and budgeting to manage farm expenses and investments effectively.
- Conducted market research to identify trends and adjust production plans to meet consumer demands.
- Led farm tours and educational workshops, sharing knowledge on agricultural practices with visitors and students.
- Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of disease, protecting livestock and public health.
- Adapted farming strategies in response to weather conditions, minimising potential losses.
- Estimated damage to crops from adverse weather conditions by sampling crops on large-scale operations.
- Oversaw more than [Number] personnel and delivered mentorship and training to promote increased productivity.
- Analysed soil and crop data to inform planting strategies and improve harvest outcomes.
- Led a team of farmhands, providing training and supervision to optimise productivity.
- Detected and controlled agricultural and forest environmental toxins, weeds and pests by spraying pesticides and insecticides.
- Developed crop rotation plans to maximise land use and enhance crop diversity.
- Inspected plantations and fields to determine maturity dates of crops, planning harvests to coincide with market demand.
- Tended to agricultural products and livestock on a mixed commercial farm, providing basic needs.
- Updated strategies for breeding and harvesting, adhering to seasons and weather conditions.
- Liaised with buyers to arrange sale of crops and livestock by negotiating favourable prices.
- Scheduled and carried out field fertilising to repenlish pastures.
- Protected operational interests by inspecting crops every [Timeframe] to determine maturity, detect diseases and isolate insect infestations.
- Supervised recruitment, training and performance of agricultural and forestry workers and contractors to maintain high-quality production.
- Analysed market trends to make informed decisions on crop selection and livestock breeding.
- Secured contracts from farmers or other owners for supply of crops and livestock within stipulated durations, amplifying incoming revenue.
- Established direct sales channels, including farm shops and online platforms, to increase revenue.
- Kept expenses within established budgets by controlling production output and costs, boosting revenue.
- Monitored weather forecasts and adjusted farm activities accordingly to protect crops and livestock from adverse conditions.
- Repaired and maintained poultry enclosures and livestock stables using power tools.
- Communicated livestock health issues with vet on a regular basis and organised callouts to deal with sickness and infestations.
- Implemented sustainable farming practices to increase yield and improve soil health.
- Planned and allocated worker schedules and shifts in large-scale agricultural, horticultural and forestry operations for streamlined activities.
- Maintained farm buildings by regularly cleaning and organising to meet quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular risk assessments.
- Engaged in community agricultural initiatives, sharing knowledge and resources to support local farmers.
- Diversified farm income by adding customer events, activities and tours.
- Implemented sustainable farming practices, reducing environmental impact while maintaining crop yield.
- Forecasted agricultural, horticultural or forestry production, securing buyers and market demand to enable produce sales.
- Utilised GPS and farm management software to track farm activities and improve decision-making.
- Worked with farmers and independent owners to secure contracts for managing agricultural and forest production.
- Operated tractors, ploughs and milking machinery safely to complete tasks within desired timeframes.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations and market demands by scheduling agricultural and forestry production to match customer needs.
- Fostered relationships with environmental organisations to promote eco-friendly farming practices.
- Implemented water conservation techniques, including drip irrigation, to reduce waste and lower operating costs.
- Prepared detailed reports on farm productivity and financial performance for stakeholders and investors.
- Coordinated with agricultural scientists to trial new farming techniques, contributing to industry innovation.
- Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
- Collaborated with environmental agencies to comply with regulations, promoting sustainable and responsible farming.
- Examined soils to ascertain types and quantities of fertiliser needed for maximum production.
- Directed and supervised worker activities on plantations and farms and intervened to resolve work-related challenges.
- Assessed seasons to determine types, intensities and sequences of farm operations for suitable crops.
- Identified natural and economic viability of woodlands or forests and executed activities to facilitate forest management or conservation.
- Performed [Timeframe] checks of vessel to look for and quickly alleviate problems such as broken equipment and traps, which could negatively impact fishing bounties.
- Spearheaded research efforts to improve agricultural and forestry yields through conservative and environment-friendly practices.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Agriculture
Animal health and production y
Oyo Nigeria 01.2012 - 12.2014
Skills
- Financial planning
- Risk assessment
- Staff training
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Team building and supervision
- Staff training and recruitment
- Customer relations
- Budget management
- Animal husbandry
- Organic farming familiarity
- Documentation skills
- Feeding
- Quality control commitment
- Livestock handling experience
- Troubleshooting skills
- Animal disease prevention
- Aquaculture techniques
- Feed nutrition calculation
- Livestock vaccination
- Feed management
- Biosecurity maintenance
- Livestock care
Languages
Spanish
Beginner
A1
Accomplishments
As a fresh graduate then, I was able to implement what I was taught in college then during my project brooding 500 broiler chicks from a day-old to 10weeks. It gives me confidence that year.
- Streamlined workflow by consolidating lengthy processes and redundant documentation that resulted in more effective and timely completion of [Action].
Interests
Listening to music
Watch or play football
Singing
Listening to worship songs
Play football or watching football game
Timeline
Farm manager
My self
01.2018 - 04.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Agriculture
Animal health and production y
01.2012 - 12.2014