ALYSSA, 19, FEMALE (COUPLE), CANADA (NEW ARRIVAL - 1ST JOB REQUIRED)
CANADIAN FARM GIRL WITH BEEF CATTLE & MIXED LIVESTOCK EXP, STUDYING ANIMAL SCIENCE HORSE RIDER, FENCING EXP, CROPPING, ATV AND TRACTOR LICENCE, MECHANICAL SKILLS, POULTRY FARM HAND, MANUAL LICENCE,
KEEN FOR WORK WITH BEEF CATTLE & HORSES (WITH PARTNER ADAM)
FARM HAND POSITION
KEEN FOR 2ND VISA,
LOOKING TO WORK FOR 3 MONTHS (TILL 20 AUG), AVAILABLE FROM APPROX. 18/05/2026
CANADIAN FARM GIRL WITH BEEF CATTLE & MIXED LIVESTOCK EXP, STUDYING ANIMAL SCIENCE HORSE RIDER, FENCING EXP, CROPPING, ATV AND TRACTOR LICENCE, MECHANICAL SKILLS, POULTRY FARM HAND, MANUAL LICENCE,
KEEN FOR WORK WITH BEEF CATTLE & HORSES (WITH PARTNER ADAM)
FARM HAND POSITION
KEEN FOR 2ND VISA,
LOOKING TO WORK FOR 3 MONTHS (TILL 20 AUG), AVAILABLE FROM APPROX. 18/05/2026
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Summary
Alyssa is 19 from Alberta Canada (working in Australia with her partner Adam)
She is from a mixed farm operation running anywhere from 50-200 head of beef cattle at a given time, as well as rotational barley, wheat, and canola in North-central Alberta.
Jobs she has worked in include Beef cattle Farm Hand, Mixed Farm Coordinator & Data Analyst, Poultry Farm Hand.
She's developed skills in maintaining and fixing older farm equipment eg tractors as well as newer tractors during her agriculture studies.
She has experience of back grounding cattle on her farm and processing for market.
She is currently enrolled in an Animal science 2 year diploma program in beef and bison production. Upon her return to Canada she will study a 1 year diploma in agricultural business, and from there she plans to work in the industry.
Upon returning to Canada, she will be taking a second program for a year long diploma in agricultural business - from there looking to work in the industry (beef or bison)
Currently studying Animal Sciences (Beef) at Lakeland College, Alberta (2024 - graduating 2026)
- Coursework including: Genetics, reproduction, anatomy, nutrition, accounting, meat safety and tractor training
Completed Morinville Community High School, Alberta (Urban Agriculture) (2022-2023)
- Coursework including: meat and food safety, butchery and gardening
Aims and Motivations here in Australia
Seeking a farm hand position, preferably with cattle.
Employment History / Detail
Farm Hand - Malowany Farms, Alberta
(2016 - Present)
- Built, repaired and maintained fencing for livestock
- Fed and cared for cattle, following proper nutrition and handling practices
- Sorted and handled cattle safely during routine operations
- Assisted with branding and livestock management
- Completed general farm and yard maintenance tasks
- Demonstrated long-term reliability, adaptability, and strong work ethic
Mixed Farm Coordinator & Data Analyst - Lakeland College Student Managed Farm, Alberta
(2025)
- Acted as a liaison between crop, cattle , dairy, and equine units to support efficient farm management
- Coordinated communication and operations across multiple production areas
- Collected and analysed data related to cattle birth rates and feed schedules
- Used farm management software and spreadsheets to support data-driven decision making
- Gained leadership experience in a real-world farm management environment
Farm Hand - Ment 2 Be Agribusiness Ltd, Alberta
(2025)
- Provided daily care and maintenance for chickens and turkeys
- Assisted with bird nutrition and monitored animal health
- Followed strict bio security protocols during avian influenza lockdowns
- Properly disposed of deceased birds according to industry and regulatory standards
- Maintained high sanitization standards to protect animal welfare and food safety
WORKPLACE SKILLS
Farm / Livestock
Studying Beef Science, and has experience working as a Farm Hand since 2016.
Experienced in feeding and caring for cattle, and in general farm tasks.
She has spent time volunteering at a feedlot,
and have helped with backgrounding lot back home, where we background the calves for 4-6
months after we hard wean and brand, to fill them out before sending them to the auction mart.
Equine / equestrian
Has been riding horses since age 3.
Has ridden her Aunts horse and is comfortable tacking, riding with a stock and roping saddle, comfortable riding all gaits. Some mustering cattle.
Practical skills / trade skills
Beginner welding exp. and fencing experience
On her family farm she has developed a unique skill set in running, maintaining and fixing older farm equipment dating all the way back to the late 1950’s
GENERAL SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
Driving & vehicles
She holds a drivers licence (manual), tractor and ATV licence, and has some experience driving trucks
Tractors she has driven include - older John Deer, New Holland
On her family farm they run older farm equipment, and she has developed a unique skill set in running, maintaining and fixing older equipment
dating all the way back to the late 1950’s. She has experienced operating newer tractors during her diploma (2010 or newer).
Domestic, cook and childcare etc:
Enjoys cooing for herself and others
Has some childcare experience
Hobbies, other skills and interests:
Surfing, dance (all kinds), music, archery, anything mechanical and firearms (hunting), reading, card games, cooking
PERSONAL / SOCIAL
Personal / Social
Fluent English, bright and enthusiastic, good humour, friendly, open to learning, confident and good attention to detail. Growing up on a mixed farm she has dealt with a wide range of situations, that have influenced her
adaptability and resilience. Considers herself capable, hardworking and confident in practical settings
Physical / Fitness
178cm, 73kg, Physically fit and active for physical tasks
Medical / Diet
no medical conditions, no dietary requirements
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