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RASHIDI MKOBA

Dar es salaam ,Tanzania

Summary

Dedicated dairy and beef cattle worker with extensive experience at Bertha Zijilstra and Ruvu Ranch. Proficient in equipment maintenance and animal health monitoring, I excel in team collaboration and training new employees. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring high standards of animal welfare through proactive care and attention to detail.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Dairy Farm Worker

Bertha zijilstra
Varde Denmark , Denmark
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Operated milking machines and maintained equipment for optimal performance.
  • Monitored animal health and reported concerns to supervisors promptly.
  • Assisted in feeding and caring for dairy cattle daily.
  • Cleaned barns and milking areas to ensure sanitary conditions.
  • Recorded milk production data accurately for inventory management.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient farm operations.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling livestock and machinery.
  • Participated in training sessions for new employees on farm procedures.
  • Maintained records of cow breeding, births, milk production, and health issues.
  • Assisted in milking cows using a vacuum-assisted milking system.
  • Monitored health of herd and identified animals requiring medical attention.
  • Mixed feed rations according to instructions provided by nutritionists.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment for safety purposes.
  • Cleaned and maintained the dairy barn, equipment, and facilities.
  • Assisted with calving by providing support during labor process when needed.
  • Ensured proper sanitation practices were followed in all areas of the dairy farm operation.
  • Repaired fences surrounding pastures to keep cows contained within designated areas.
  • Administered vaccines and medications prescribed by veterinarians to sick or injured animals.
  • Restocked grain bins with fresh feed for livestock.
  • Operated hay balers and loaders to gather hay bales for animal feed.
  • Managed inventory of supplies used for feeding livestock and maintaining the facility.
  • Attended continuing education courses related to dairy farming operations.
  • Performed general maintenance on farm machinery such as tractors and other agricultural vehicles.
  • Transported cattle between farms or to auction sites as necessary.
  • Inspected pastures for overgrazing or damage from pests or predators.
  • Provided feed to cows according to their nutritional needs.
  • Collected eggs from chicken coops daily for sale or consumption on the farm.
  • Performed routine hoof trimming on cows to ensure healthy feet.
  • Used farm tools and vehicles to move animals, feed and equipment to designated locations.
  • Interacted with vets, farm advisers and other contractors.
  • Reviewed hygienic conditions of buildings, animal pens and other areas to reduce risk of disease.
  • Greeted and assisted buyers, vendors and farm visitors when appropriate.
  • Provided quality food and water to cows and restocked feed and supplies to maintain animal health and wellness.
  • Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
  • Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions.
  • Examined animals to detect illness, injury or disease.
  • Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.
  • Segregated animals according to weight, age, and physical condition.
  • Marked livestock to identify ownership and grade using brands, tags or tattoos.
  • Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration, and shearing.
  • Organized new stock arrivals by size, color and age to facilitate health examinations and breeding program.
  • Moved equipment, poultry or livestock manually or using trucks or carts.
  • Broke in new horses with diligent and patient approach focused on building trust and obedience.
  • Protected herds from predators using trained dogs.

Beef cattle worker

Ruvu ranch
Pwani, Tanzania
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Operated machinery for tasks across ranch operations and maintenance.
  • Assisted in livestock care and feeding routines daily.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas and equipment consistently.
  • Monitored animal health and reported any concerns to supervisors promptly.
  • Supported seasonal planting and harvesting activities as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on the ranch.
  • Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, checking supplies, and ensuring proper operation of machinery.
  • Documented daily activities and reported findings to management regularly.
  • Communicated with customers, employees and vendors to answer questions and address complaints.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal And Range Science

Sokoine University of Agriculture
Morogoro, Tanzania
12.2020 - 11.2023

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Animal health monitoring
  • Milking machine operation
  • Feed mixing
  • Team collaboration
  • Training new employees
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Animal husbandry
  • Animal nutrition
  • Milking techniques
  • Calving assistance
  • Medicine administration
  • Milking processes
  • Animal welfare
  • Great animal-handling skills
  • Health assessment
  • Herd management
  • Vaccination administration

Timeline

Dairy Farm Worker

Bertha zijilstra
01.2024 - 07.2025

Beef cattle worker

Ruvu ranch
03.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Animal And Range Science

Sokoine University of Agriculture
12.2020 - 11.2023
RASHIDI MKOBA