TOM NYARIKI

In ABM Aviation, as Cabin Security Specialist I perform a combination of cleaning, safety provisioning, and security-related tasks on aircraft to ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory standards.

Core Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitation: Thoroughly clean aircraft interiors, including crew rest areas, bunk areas, lavatories, galleys, and passenger cabin areas.
• Provisioning: Place the correct safety card in each seatback, ensure linens and headsets are properly stocked, and maintain a safe, ready-to-fly environment
• Security searches: Conduct designated security searches on aircraft interiors as required, following ABM, client, and regulatory protocols.
• Compliance: Adhere to all safety, security, and operational procedures, including reading and interpreting safety rules, operating manuals, and reporting requirements.
• Customer service: Provide courteous, professional service to passengers, crew, and other team members, responding to inquiries and addressing concerns.

• Assembled components according to detailed specifications, ensuring product quality and consistency.
• Operated various hand tools and machinery to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
• Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity in assembly line operations.

• Operated sorting machinery to ensure efficient processing of healthcare products.
• Conducted quality checks on incoming and outgoing items to maintain compliance standards.
• Coordinated with team members to streamline workflow and reduce downtime during sorting operations.
• Trained new staff on sorting procedures and safety protocols to enhance team performance.

As Livestock Officer in Kenya, I was responsible for promoting and supporting sustainable livestock production, animal health, and related economic activities in my area of jurisdiction.. Duties generally included the following core responsibilities:

1. Technical Guidance and Advice

• Provide expert advice on animal production, feeding, health management, and value addition of livestock products.
• Offer guidance on range management, ranching, apiculture, and emerging livestock interventions.
• Advise on milk production, fodder production and conservation, farm planning, and on-farm feed formulation.

2. Extension and Outreach Activities

• Organize and conduct field days, agricultural shows, demonstrations, farmer field schools, and farm visits to disseminate best practices.
• Participate in collaborative research activities to improve livestock system.

3. Livestock Production Programs

• Implement programs in dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, rabbits, camels, and donkeys.
• Promote economic livestock farming and improve gross margins for farmers.

4. Data Management and Monitoring

• Capture, maintain, and store livestock data for monitoring and evaluation.
• Plan, monitor, and evaluate performance against set targets.

5. Training and Capacity Building

• Coach and mentor staff or farmers on modern livestock production techniques.
• Disseminate technologies such as construction of livestock housing, pasture management, and value addition processes.

6. Marketing and Value Addition

• Provide technical input on livestock marketing strategies and value addition to improve market access and profitability.

7. Compliance and Policy Support

• Ensure compliance with animal health and welfare standards.
• Support policy implementation related to livestock development and food safety.

In summary, as Livestock Officer in Kenya, I played a key role in bridging the gap between research, policy, and on-the-ground farming practices, aiming to improve productivity, sustainability, and economic returns in the livestock sector.

• Conducted field research for camel feeding behavior and habitat utilization.
• Analyzed data trends to inform project strategies on nutritional intervention and improve outcomes( milk production, body score index, calves' weight at birth and progressive calves' weight).
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance research methodologies.
• Developed detailed reports on findings to support ongoing studies.

As an Assistant Manager at a dairy farm,my main duty was to support the Farm Manager in running daily operations, ensuring animal health, productivity, and compliance with regulations. The role blends operational oversight, staff supervision, and business management.

Key Operational Responsibilities

• Daily Farm Operations: Assist in managing day-to-day farm activities, including livestock care, feeding, milking, calving, and breeding .
• Milking Supervision: Oversee milking from paddock to farm dairy, ensuring efficiency, hygiene, and milk quality; troubleshoot milk quality issues and maintain milking plant equipment.
• Animal Health & Welfare: Implement and monitor herd health programs, manage calving, diagnose and treat illnesses, and ensure best practices in animal handling and welfare.
• Feeding & Nutrition: Monitor feed budgets, assess grazing quality, and adjust feeding programs to meet production targets.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and repair farm and milking equipment, ensuring it operates safely and efficiently.
• Inventory & Supplies: Track inventory, order supplies, and ensure adequate resources for daily operations.
• Record-Keeping & Compliance: Maintain accurate records, monitor KPIs, and ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory consent requirements .

Staff & Team Management

• Supervision: Supervise farm employees, assign tasks, train new staff, and promote a positive, safe work culture.
• Conflict Resolution: Address workplace issues objectively and maintain team cohesion.
• Work Planning: Develop work plans, anticipate problems, and coordinate activities to meet farm goals.

Business & Planning Duties

• Budgeting & Financials: Assist with budgeting, track expenses, and monitor cash flow.
• Marketing Support: Help develop and execute marketing plans for farm products.
• Preparation for Absence: In the Farm Manager’s absence, take on full operational responsibilities.

Key Operational Responsibilities

• Daily Farm Operations: Assist in managing day-to-day farm activities, including livestock care, feeding, milking, calving, and breeding.
• Milking Supervision: Oversee milking from paddock to farm dairy, ensuring efficiency, hygiene, and milk quality; troubleshoot milk quality issues and maintain milking plant equipment.
• Animal Health & Welfare: Implement and monitor herd health programs, manage calving, diagnose and treat illnesses, and ensure best practices in animal handling and well being.
• Feeding & Nutrition: Monitor feed budgets, assess grazing quality, and adjust feeding programs to meet production targets.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and repair farm and milking equipment, ensuring it operates safely and efficiently.
• Inventory & Supplies: Track inventory, order supplies, and ensure adequate resources for daily operations.
• Record-Keeping & Compliance: Maintain accurate records, monitor KPIs, and ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory consent requirements.

Staff & Team Management

• Supervision: Supervise farm employees, assign tasks, train new staff, and promote a positive, safe work culture .
• Conflict Resolution: Address workplace issues objectively and maintain team cohesion.
• Work Planning: Develop work plans, anticipate problems, and coordinate activities to meet farm goals.

Business & Planning Duties

• Budgeting & Financials: Assist with budgeting, track expenses, and monitor cash flow.
• Marketing Support: Help develop and execute marketing plans for farm products.
• Preparation for Absence: In the Farm Manager’s absence, take on full operational responsibilities.

Key Operational Responsibilities

• Daily Farm Operations: Assist in managing day-to-day farm activities, including livestock care, feeding, milking, calving, and breeding.
• Milking Supervision: Oversee milking from paddock to farm dairy, ensuring efficiency, hygiene, and milk quality; troubleshoot milk quality issues and maintain milking plant equipment.
• Animal Health & Welfare: Implement and monitor herd health programs, manage calving, diagnose and treat illnesses, and ensure best practices in animal handling and welfare.
• Feeding & Nutrition: Monitor feed budgets, assess grazing quality, and adjust feeding programs to meet production targets.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and repair farm and milking equipment, ensuring it operates safely and efficiently.
• Inventory & Supplies: Track inventory, order supplies, and ensure adequate resources for daily operation.

Staff & Team Management

• Supervision: Supervise farm employees, assign tasks, train new staff, and promote a positive, safe work culture and conducive work environment.
• Conflict Resolution: Address workplace issues objectively and maintain team cohesion.
• Work Planning: Develop work plans, anticipate problems, and coordinate activities to meet farm goals.

Business & Planning Duties

• Budgeting & Financials: Assist with budgeting, track expenses, and monitor cash flow.
• Marketing Support: Help develop and execute marketing plans for farm products.
• Preparation for Absence: In the Farm Manager’s absence, take on full operational responsibilities.