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Robert Moore

Wisbech st Mary,Cambridgeshire

Summary

Highly skilled professional with expertise in IOSH Managing Safely, Working at Heights, Emergency First Aid, and Fire Warden responsibilities. Proficient in operating loading shovels and telescopic loaders, with certifications in PA 1, PA2, PA6, and Vet Med. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and seeking opportunities to further develop skills within the industry.

Experienced Herdsman with knack for managing large herds and ensuring optimal health and productivity.

Experienced in livestock management with focus on maintaining herd health and productivity. Achieves optimal herd performance through strong animal husbandry skills and knowledge of modern farming techniques.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head Herdsman

Redgate Dairy Farm
Guyhirn, Cambridgeshire
07.2024 - Current
  • 800+ milking 3 times day
  • Handled all work related tasks whilst adhering strictly to safety protocols protecting both self and animals from injuries.
  • Maintained accurate records of each animal's health and productivity contributing to efficient farm operations.
  • Administered medication, ensuring quick recovery from illnesses.
  • Monitored herd behaviour to detect signs of illness or injury with aid of health collars.
  • Improved herd health by administering routine vaccinations.

Farm Manager

Somerset Farm (East Anglia) Ltd
Murrow, Cambs
11.2018 - 02.2024
  • Farm manager of 1500 head finishing unit
  • Oversaw livestock feed management and welfare to maximise DLWG.
  • Negotiated contracts with farmers and feed suppliers, obtained better pricing for feed stocks.
  • Implemented sustainable farming practices to improve soil health.
  • Managed farm operations for optimal productivity and efficiency.
  • Prepared annual budgets to manage farm finances effectively.

Arable Worker

Two farms
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Working on two arable farms spraying and drilling
  • Operating large machinery 36m Self propelled sprayer

and 8m drill with tracked challenger


Agricultural Contractor

Evergreen Harvesting
Bungay, Suffolk
04.2012 - 01.2018
  • Working for Agricultural contractor planting and harvesting Herbs, foraging and digestate for AD Plants, agricultural and commercial fencing
  • Operated heavy-duty agricultural equipment to facilitate farming processes.
  • Oversaw irrigation systems installation; ensured uniform water distribution across fields.
  • Improved crop yield with careful implementation of precision agriculture techniques.
  • Worked closely with farmers to understand their requirements; provided tailored agricultural contracting services.
  • Maintained machinery for optimal performance throughout cropping season.

Head Herdsman

Crawford
Topcroft, Norfolk
09.2008 - 04.2012
  • Head herdsman 170 cow dairy herd
  • Milked cows routinely maintaining consistent dairy production schedule.
  • Monitored herd behaviour to detect signs of illness or injury.
  • Cared for injured animals resulting in speedy recoveries.
  • Managed feeding schedules ensuring optimal growth and development of livestock.
  • Assisted with birthing processes, enhancing survival rates.

Head Herdsman

Whipps
Wortwell, Norfolk
03.2006 - 09.2008
  • Head herdsman 120 cow dairy herd

Herdsman

Barnett's
01.2003 - 03.2006
  • Herdsman 230 cow dairy herd

GFW

Hulls
Eye, Suffolk
09.2001 - 01.2003
  • GFW on mixed arable and dairy farm

GFW

N W Moore & sons
Harleston, Norfolk
12.1999 - 09.2001
  • GFW on mixed arable, pig and dairy farm

Farm Worker

Van de Meutter
Unity, Saskatchewan
02.1999 - 12.1999
  • Working in Canada on mixed arable and beef farm
  • Agricultural exchange

Education

National Diploma Agriculture - Agriculture

Easton college
Norwich, Norfolk
09.1995 - 06.1998

High School - Education

Archbishop Sancroft High School
Harleston, Norfolk
09.1990 - 06.1995

Skills

IOSH managing Safely

Working at Heights

Emergency First aid

Fire Warden

Loading shovel/Telescopic loader

PA 1, PA2, PA6

Sefax DIY AI

Vet Med certificate and updated 2022


Personal Information

Date of birth: 10/31/78

Enjoy watching sport and attending country music events

Timeline

Head Herdsman

Redgate Dairy Farm
07.2024 - Current

Farm Manager

Somerset Farm (East Anglia) Ltd
11.2018 - 02.2024

Arable Worker

Two farms
02.2018 - 10.2018

Agricultural Contractor

Evergreen Harvesting
04.2012 - 01.2018

Head Herdsman

Crawford
09.2008 - 04.2012

Head Herdsman

Whipps
03.2006 - 09.2008

Herdsman

Barnett's
01.2003 - 03.2006

GFW

Hulls
09.2001 - 01.2003

GFW

N W Moore & sons
12.1999 - 09.2001

Farm Worker

Van de Meutter
02.1999 - 12.1999

National Diploma Agriculture - Agriculture

Easton college
09.1995 - 06.1998

High School - Education

Archbishop Sancroft High School
09.1990 - 06.1995
Robert Moore