Cormac Tormey
Delvin,Ireland
Summary
Experienced farm operations manager with extensive expertise in livestock management, sustainable harvesting methods, and machinery operation. Proficient in livestock tagging, herding cattle, and calving, with a strong background in animal care and handling. Demonstrated ability to manage farm operations efficiently, ensuring safety procedures are followed and communication with suppliers is maintained. Skilled in the use of power tools, fencing installation and repair, and live animal transport. Committed to enhancing farm productivity through innovative techniques and sustainable practices. Career goal: To leverage extensive skills in a challenging agricultural environment to drive operational excellence and sustainability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm hand
John Tormey
Drumcree, County Westmeath
06.2010 - Current
- Maintained animal health by feeding, watering and grooming livestock.
- Cultivated land with appropriate farming equipment, resulted in increased productivity.
- Ensured farm safety by regularly inspecting and repairing fences and gates.
- Facilitated smooth running of farm operations for maximum efficiency.
- Handled minor veterinary duties like administering medication to sick animals; promoted animal welfare.
- Communicated effectively with other farm staff members during daily tasks; enhanced teamwork on the farm.
- Enhanced crop yield with diligent weeding, fertilising and pest control activities.
- Harvested crops at optimum times; maximised overall yield quantity and quality.
- Cleaned out barns efficiently, allowed for improved living conditions for livestock.
- Gathered eggs daily from chicken coops; supported consistent egg production.
- Handled repair and maintenance of fences, buildings and other farm structures for increased durability.
- Herded animals and helped with movement between fields, paddocks and stables.
- Loaded and unloaded livestock to transport to correct destinations.
- Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine best way to apply pesticides and herbicides.
- Assisted with farm upkeep by completing repairs to building, equipment and fencing.
- Cleaned livestock sheds and stables to maintain good hygiene standards.
- Operated agricultural machinery safely and responsibly.
- Handled daily animal care covering feeding, watering and cleaning work.
- Kept storage conditions clean and dry to maintain quality supplies.
- Removed weeds and pests by hand, reducing damages and encouraging proper development.
- Maintained excellent physical fitness for lifting bales, feed and bedding.
- Unloaded and stored deliveries of animal supplies and produce.
- Observed livestock and crops for concerning indicators and reported problems to supervisor.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, Computer Science and International Development
Maynooth University
Maynooth 09.2024 -
Skills
- Livestock tagging proficiency
- Harvest techniques
- Use of power tools
- Seasonal harvesting proficiency
- Animal caretaker
- Fencing installation and repair
- Communication with suppliers
- Sustainable harvesting methods
- Live animal transport
- Silage preparation
- Knowledge of safety procedures
- Farm operations management
- Hand-eye coordination
- Calving
- Livestock handling
- Herding cattle
- Animal feeding
- Tractor driving
- Heavy lifting
- Pen cleaning
- Livestock management
- Egg collection
- Machinery operation
- Cattle handling
- Fence construction
- Livestock care
Affiliations
- Sports
- Gaming
Certification
Provisional Drivers License, 13/09/2023
Languages
German
Intermediate
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Geography, Computer Science and International Development
Maynooth University
09.2024 -
Farm hand
John Tormey
06.2010 - Current
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