CV Ref No. CV Reference No. - 87887

Hello, my name is Marcel and I'm looking for a new dairy position. I've extensive dairy farm experience, ranging from high input/high output system (California), herd manager for large herds (1000-1800 cows) on pasture based system in New Zealand and 3.5 years robotic experience in Scotland.

Qualifications and Experience
Relevant qualifications

Not listed

Type of farming wanted

Mainly Livestock

Other qualifications

•NZ National Diploma in Agribusiness Management *NZ National Certificate in Agriculture: Production Management (Dairy) *NZ National Certificate in Agriculture: Dairy Farming *Numerous short courses on Slurry Management, Health & Safety and Chemical Handler, Hoof Trimming Course *UK AMBP Antibiotics in Dairy *Artificial Insemination qualified but not done any AI for long time but like to do AI again *Former member of Toast Masters International: to develop my communication and leadership skills

Driving Licence

Full Car Licence

Equipment experience

Tractor, Telehandler/Fork Lift, Fencing

Livestock experience

Dairy, Calving

Other equipment experience

General tractor work and feeding.

Other livestock experience

Robotic System (Herd Person): calving, drying off, hoof-trimming, anti-biotic treatments, udder health, early lactation checks Pasture based, block calving System (Herd Manager): calving, drying off, hoof trimming, anti-biotic treatments, udder health, pasture/winter feed allocation, staff management High Input/High Output System (GFW): calving, drying off, feeding, AI More info about my work experience please refer to my Resume

Personal information
Sex

Male

Other Information

Looking for a new challenge to gain more knowledge and advance my career.

Age

49

Marital status

Married to Vera, no children but 2 dogs.

Nationality

Netherlands

Where are you currently living?

East-Lothian

First language

English, Dutch, German

Do you have the right to work in the UK?

Yes

Other languages

-

Hobbies

Enjoying the great outdoors of Scotland: beach, hills, Highlands. Hiking, walking the dogs, ocean swimming, skiing, rock climbing. In general being active.

Pen picture (Height, weight etc.)

1.96mtrs, 85kg

Relevant health problems

No health problems. I'm fit and healthy.

Farming background

I have gained extensive dairy-farm experience during my 25+ year career in New Zealand, The Netherlands, Switzerland, USA and the UK (Scotland). Please refer to my attached Cover letter and Resume for more details about my work experience. Im looking forward to answer any of your questions regarding my skillset and experience.

Preferences
Availability

Start: 26/10/2024 Finish: Not Specified

Preferred region

-

Type of job

Permanent

Where would you like to work?

Anywhere in the UK but preferable Scotland.

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