Enock Kipleting

Experienced dairy farm worker with practical knowledge of commercial dairy operations, animal welfare, calf rearing, milking systems, feeding programs and general farm maintenance. I have worked in fast-paced dairy environments where reliability, early starts, teamwork and attention to animal health are essential. I am committed to maintaining high standards of biosecurity, workplace safety and productivity while contributing positively to farm operations.

Dairy Farm Worker - Sochei dairy farm

• Supported twice-daily milking routines, including bringing cows to the dairy and preparing the shed.
• Used safe livestock-handling techniques to move, draft and restrain cattle when required.
• Cleaned udders and teats before milking and followed hygienic milk-harvesting procedures.
• Monitored milk appearance and udder condition and reported possible mastitis or other health concerns.
• Fed calves and dairy cows while ensuring feed and clean water were available throughout the day.
• Prepared calf milk, cleaned feeding equipment and maintained clean, dry calf housing.
• Observed cattle for signs of illness, injury, reduced appetite or abnormal behaviour.
• Assisted with veterinary treatments, animal identification and routine herd-health activities under supervision.
• Maintained production, breeding, treatment and animal-health records as required.
• Washed down the dairy, yards and equipment after milking and followed chemical-safety procedures.
• Assisted with paddock rotation, pasture access and the movement of cattle between grazing areas.
• Followed farm safety, hygiene and biosecurity procedures to reduce risks to animals, staff and milk quality.

Farm Worker - Kaimosi Agricultural Training Center

(2017-03 - 2023-04)

• Performed manual and machine milking while following correct animal-handling and hygiene procedures.
• Prepared cows and milking equipment before each session and cleaned the dairy thoroughly afterwards.
• Assisted with feeding dairy cows and young stock using hay, silage and other available feeds.
• Provided daily calf care, including feeding, watering, bedding and observation of health and growth.
• Monitored cattle for signs of mastitis, lameness, injury, illness or changes in behaviour.
• Supported breeding activities by observing and reporting signs of heat and assisting with animal handling.
• Helped administer routine treatments and vaccinations under the direction of supervisors or animal-health professionals.
• Moved cattle safely between sheds, yards and paddocks whilst minimising stress to the animals.
• Maintained sheds, yards, calf pens, gates, fences and other farm facilities.
• Checked and cleaned water troughs and assisted with maintaining reliable livestock water supplies.
• Used hand tools and farm equipment safely and reported faults or maintenance needs promptly.
• Worked collaboratively to prioritise daily tasks and complete farm duties efficiently and safely.

Farm Worker / Dairy Assistant

Completed daily dairy farming duties, including milking, feeding, livestock care and shed preparation.

• Prepared the dairy before milking and checked that equipment and work areas were clean and ready for use.
• Moved cows calmly and safely between paddocks, holding yards and the milking shed.
• Observed cows during milking for signs of mastitis, injury, lameness or unusual behaviour and reported concerns promptly.
• Applied correct teat-cleaning and milking hygiene procedures to support milk quality and udder health.
• Fed and watered calves according to daily routines and monitored their appetite, condition and general wellbeing.
• Assisted with preparing and distributing hay, silage and other livestock feed.
• Checked troughs, water lines, gates and fences and completed minor repairs when required.
• Operated tractors and farm equipment safely and completed basic pre-start checks and cleaning.
• Cleaned dairy equipment, yards, calf pens and sheds to maintain hygiene and biosecurity standards.
• Recorded animal health, feeding and production information accurately when required.
• Worked effectively during early starts, long shifts and changing weather conditions.