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As the Executive Director of Sustainable Agri-Business and Estate Management, I lead the strategic and comprehensive management of a diverse multi-hectare property in Australia. My role involves harmonising innovative and sustainable agricultural practices with effective estate management to create a productive and environmentally balanced operation.I oversee the silviculture, cultivation and utilisation of multiple hardwood species, ensuring sustainable timber production and the provision of materials for various uses. In addition, I manage planning of pastureland dedicated to the raising a variety of livestock, optimising land use, enhancing soil health and promoting animal welfare.A significant part of my role involves ensuring the maintenance and utilisation of two large dams, which provide essential water resources for estate operations and support a thriving populations of multiple species of fish, all within Australia's challenging climate conditions. I lead the innovative implementation of agri-voltaics, where solar photovoltaic panels are mounted at an elevated height and spaced further apart to allow light underneath. This setup not only facilitates livestock grazing but also enables the growth of plants not suited to full sun, effectively combining renewable energy production with diverse agricultural activities.Embracing smart agriculture and data-driven techniques, I use leading tech to optimise resource use and efficiency. I cultivate mycelium and other sustainable plants within wooded areas, enhancing biodiversity and soil health through natural resource management.Strategically planning the estate, I maximise productivity, sustainability, and environmental stewardship for long-term viability. My approach blends traditional agriculture with cutting-edge practices, creating a model of modern agri-business. Committed to sustainability, I enhance productivity and ecological health through holistic, data-informed management.

Chinderah, New South Wales, 2487, Australia

IT Manager (August 2016 - Present)Manage and contribute to the delivery of all IT components of the groups services in order to meet business objectives.IT Service Delivery Manager (January 2016 - August 2016)To redefine Service as a strategy within the ICT department and implement ITIL V 3.0Managing the performance of services to clients internal and external as agreed and ensuring Service Levels are achieved.Senior Systems Administrator (May 2014 - January 2016)Management and maintenance of a highly complex Citrix environment. Technical maintenance of the companies' virtualised infrastructure across a hub and spoke / star topology. Core systems include, MS Windows Server, SQL Server, Red hat Enterprise Linux, Exchange Server, networking technologies and numerous other data, telephony and backup systems.

Australia

IT Service Delivery Manager (January 2016 - August 2016)To redefine Service as a strategy within the ICT department and implement ITIL V 3.0Managing the performance of services to clients internal and external as agreed and ensuring Service Levels are achieved.

Australia

Senior Systems Administrator (May 2014 - January 2016)Management and maintenance of a highly complex Citrix environment. Technical maintenance of the companies' virtualised infrastructure across a hub and spoke / star topology. Core systems include, MS Windows Server, SQL Server, Red hat Enterprise Linux, Exchange Server, networking technologies and numerous other data, telephony and backup systems.

Cabarita Beach, Nsw, Australia

Accreditation ComplianceIndustry StandardsPurchasingCustomer SupportSMA Technical Solution SpecialistSystem Design

Online mail order company selling a wide range of products. My responsibilities spanned across Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Internet Marketing, and E-commerce. In this role, I performed in-depth research into market trends, built ecommerce websites using Magento and PHP Zend framework, and optimised online content to improve search engine visibility. I constantly sought innovative ways to drive additional online traffic and enhance user engagement.Beyond my primary duties, I directed internal IT responsibilities, including maintaining Linux servers, Windows Server, Exchange, workstations, and communication systems. Working as the primary contact with our managed service providers to ensure seamless IT operations. My role required a deep understanding of both technical and marketing aspects, allowing me to contribute significantly to the company's growth and online presence.

During my role as SEO Coordinator at Top Quote UK, I was entrusted with establishing SEO practices and enhancing our online presence and driving organic traffic. Top Quote UK grew to be one of the UK's leading insurance brokerages in the protection space and continues to lead and innovate in protection insurance to this day as Cura Finance.I developed and executed strategic link-building campaigns to boost page rankings and search engine visibility across the three major search engines, conducted comprehensive keyword research and analysis to optimise website content, and improved search engine visibility. Additionally, during my tenure I successfully reduced the cost of paid marketing by optimising PPM/PPC (cost per click) strategies, leading to significant ongoing monthly savings. The organisation allowed me to develop my technical skills in PHP which greatly assisted in integrating SEO best practices into the website's architecture seamlessly. I established and implemented effective internet marketing strategies that contributed to increased online engagement and conversion rates. One notable success during my tenure was achieving a peak ranking of 3rd on Google for the keyword "Life Insurance", up from 330 at the start of my role, significantly enhancing the company's online visibility and customer acquisition.This role required a strong understanding of SEO principles, technical expertise in coding, and the ability to analyse and adapt to the ever-evolving digital marketing landscape.