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Sharon Dyer

Taunton,Somerset

Summary

Adaptable agricultural worker with strong teamwork, communication and record keeping skills. Handles seasonal livestock tasks, stock monitoring and machinery operation with a steady, hands-on approach. Brings reliability, flexibility and a calm attitude to busy farm environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Worker

G.D D.M & RAD Parris
03.2022 - Current

Managed daily milking operations, adhering to strict hygiene standards to maintain milk quality.

  • Performed milking duties and reared calves daily on the farm.
  • Assisted in the calving process, providing immediate care to newborn calves for optimal health.
  • Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease and notified vets to arrange check-ups and treatment.
  • Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of disease within the herd.
  • Operated and maintained farm machinery, including tractors and milking equipment, for efficient operations.
  • Worked effectively in a team of Dairy Farm Workers using outstanding communication, relationship building and teamwork skills.
  • Assisted Farm Manager with stock management, conducting stocktakes and order lists for milking parlour inventory.
  • Cleaned out bedding cubicles, changing animal bedding and removing manure.

Game keeper

Blackdown game
05.2023 - 09.2026

This is a summer job rearing pheasants and partridges for shoots across the country, preparing them for the winter season.

  • Reared pheasants and partridges for shoots across the country, preparing them for the winter season.
  • Prepared sheds for new birds and cleaned out old ones to ensure a hygienic environment.
  • Constructed pens for young birds transitioning to outdoor environments.
  • picking eggs up and sorting them out in the hatching centre.

Calf rearer

Matt Biss
02.2020 - 06.2026

Reared calves for blades/game changer, ensuring optimal growth and health.

  • Managed weighing, vaccinating, and health monitoring for each batch of calves.
  • Managed and looked out for illnesses and treated them with the right medicine.
  • Managed daily tasks such as feeding, cleaning out, bedding up.
  • Collaborated with the team to meet target results, enhancing overall performance.
  • Presented and helped the vet with tb testing and castrating.
  • Managed paperwork, including passports and weekly reports, for effective tracking. as the passports and weekly report for game changer.

Shop Assistant

Barlymows farm shop
, Somerset
09.2018 - 09.2022

Assisted customers in locating products, offering recommendations based on specific needs.

Processed transactions efficiently, including cash, credit card, and gift voucher payments.

  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, ensuring satisfaction and positive customer experience.
  • Maintained optimal inventory by managing stock levels and restocking items efficiently.
  • Kept shelves neat, clean and organised through visual merchandising.
  • Supported daily operations through task completion and collaboration with team members.
  • Coordinated with team members to maintain a tidy and safe shopping environment.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by covering various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
  • Worked part-time on Sundays while attending school and college.

Education

Foundation degree in science in agriculture management

University of Plymouth
Bridgwater
01-2024

Btecs - Level 3 Agriculture

Bridgwater & Taunton college
Bridgwater
01-2022

GCSEs - English

Holyrood academy
Chard
01-2020

GCSEs - Maths

Holyrood academy
Chard
01-2020

Skills

  • Milking parlour operation
  • Calf rearing
  • Livestock husbandry
  • Herd management
  • Disease prevention
  • Biosecurity control
  • Cattle handling
  • Machinery operation
  • Stock management
  • Vaccine management
  • Stock monitoring
  • Passport records

Hobbies and interests

  • Young farmers
  • shooting/picking up
  • motocross

Timeline

Game keeper

Blackdown game
05.2023 - 09.2026

Farm Worker

G.D D.M & RAD Parris
03.2022 - Current

Calf rearer

Matt Biss
02.2020 - 06.2026

Shop Assistant

Barlymows farm shop
09.2018 - 09.2022

Foundation degree in science in agriculture management

University of Plymouth

Btecs - Level 3 Agriculture

Bridgwater & Taunton college

GCSEs - English

Holyrood academy

GCSEs - Maths

Holyrood academy
Sharon Dyer