JULY 2023 - PRESENT

Head Shepherd/Stocksman, Sheffield

My main role in this position was to take the lead in the management and supervision of a flock of 300 breeding ewes. These were a mixture of native/rare breeds such as Hebrideans and Scottish Black Faces as well as commercial breeding stock such as Charollaise, Mules, Texels and Suffolks. I undertook all aspects of paperwork, health checks, health monitoring, breeding, and lambing periods etc. As well as the management of the flock, I also assisted with the fold of Highland Cattle and herds of Dexter cattle. Other stock that I often dealt with as part of the daily runnings, were goats, pigs, dairy cattle and turkeys. I began with the farm at a time of farming practice change as they made the transition to regenerative farming meaning we often introduced many types of livestock and implementation of different techniques. Other tasks included:

Worked in a safe manner whilst controlling machinery (tractor license held).

Identifying and managing incidents and livestock health issues, formulating treatment plans and understanding when to escalate to the appropriate pathways.

Maintained hygiene as well as health and safety protocols.

Ensured the safety and health of a range of livestock (cattle, sheep and goats etc).

Worked flexible shifts, including working single-handed 24-hour periods during intensive lambing periods.

Undertook relevant training to upskill and aid in farm processes.

Management/assistance with social media content, public experiences and some paperwork duties.

MARCH 2023- JULY 2023

Animal Keeper, Rotherham

My main role in this position was to look after a variety of livestock such as llamas, donkeys, goats, sheep and ponies. This role also included the care of reptiles including snakes, geckos, lizards, turtles, coackroaches etc. Main tasks were undertaking the cleaning and maintenance of habitats, feeding, health and welfare etc. Other tasks included:

Undertaking public experiences such as llama walks and reptile handling.

Habitat improvement, and park maintenance.

Working with and around members of the public whilst maintaining health and safety of both people and animals.

Working flexible shifts to ensure continuous running of farm duties and welfare.

2016 - 2018

Farmhand, Sheffield

My main role in this position was to ensure the safety of livestock, by ensuring adequate nutrition and fluids, undertaking health tasks such as dipping, environment maintenance and effective use of farm machinery. Consistently maintained a high level of welfare for a range of animals onsite and dealt with animal related emergencys including pregnancy and birthing. Other tasks included:

Worked in a safe manner whilst controlling machinery.

Maintained hygiene as well as health and safety protocols.

Ensured the safety and health of a range of livestock (cattle, sheep, poultry, and pigs).

Worked flexible shifts, including working single-handed 24-hour periods during intensive lambing periods of a flock of around 200 ewes.

Undertook relevant training to upskill and aid in farm processes.

MARCH 2017 APRIL 2017

Farmhand/Lambing Assistant - Peak District

Assisted for a 4-week period upon a family run farm within the Peak district. A traditional hill farm, with a beef suckler herd and sheep. Main duties were to monitor and ensure the welfare of expectant and birthing ewes, both housed inside and outside. Completed some work on the hills and moorlands, as well as tagging, castrating, tube/bottle feeding etc. Worked alongside the owners and independently, ensuring adequate livestock nutrition and welfare. Provided an excellent source of support to farmer and their complied task, and consistently showed an unwavering work ethic and willingness to learn.

This experience was undertaken to gain further experience within a flock of higher numbers and faster turnover. Also, to gain a variety of environmental experiences such a hill and moorland farming.