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Alfred Balfour

Alfred Balfour

Pretoria

Summary

Thank you for the opportunity to apply for the role at your company.After reviewing your job description, it’s clear that your looking for a candidate that is extremely familiar with the responsibilities with the role, and can perform them confidently. Given these requirements, I am certain that I have the necessary skills to successfully do the job adeptly and perform above expectation.

I am a proactive professional who has been consistently praised as detailed-oriented by my co-workers and management. Over my course of my 28-year career, I’ve developed a skill set directly relevant to the Shift Supervisor role you are hiring for, including drilling operations and safety compliance. Overall, I have consistently demonstrated leadership, problem-solving and communication abilities in every aspect of my underground Shift Supervisor role, an I invite you to review my detailed achievements in the attached resume. After reviewing my resume, I hope you will agree that I am the type of competent and competitive candidate you are looking for. I look forward to elaborate on how my specific skills and abilities will benefit your company. Skilled Farm Laborer with an open schedule and good physical fitness level to take on any task. Successful at working a wide range of jobs in any weather to support all farm needs. Looking for a new long-term position. Helpful with outstanding knowledge of processes and equipment use and repair. Proven history of punctuality and consistently great work. Committed to providing best-in-class support and working quickly without sacrificing quality. Hardworking with current driver's license, clean driving record and understanding of safe equipment operation. Over 4 years of working with both crops and livestock. Accountable with 4 years of experience operating farming equipment performing various tasks. Hardworking and friendly individual skilled at cultivating and harvesting crops. Team-oriented worker comfortable delegating tasks to team members. Eager in possessing first-rate communication, multitasking and time management abilities. Expertise in harvesting, weeding and irrigation set-up. Comfortable performing strenuous physical work. Reliable and takes pride in delivering efficient and high-quality farm operations. Excellent communicator works effectively with farm owners and team members. Quick and eager learner willing to take on additional tasks when required.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Shiftboss

Northam Platinum Zondereinde
Thabazimbi
06.2018 - 01.2024
  • Managed and supervised a team of 20 employees during shifts, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations
  • Oversaw daily operations, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring productivity to meet production targets
  • Implemented process improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime, resulting in a 10% increase in overall productivity
  • Conducted regular safety inspections and trained employees on safe work practices, resulting in zero workplace incidents during tenure
  • Collaborated with other shift bosses and department managers to coordinate production schedules and resolve any operational issues.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Shiftboss

Assmang Manganese
Black Rock
06.2014 - 02.2018
  • Managed a team of 15 workers as a Shiftboss, ensuring a smooth operation and adherence to safety protocols in a manufacturing environment
  • Implemented highly efficient shift schedules, resulting in a 20% increase in productivity and a reduction in overtime costs by 15% within six months
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for the team, identifying areas for improvement and implementing training programs, resulting in a 10% improvement in overall performance
  • Led the implementation of new operational procedures and equipment, resulting in a 30% reduction in production downtime and a 25% increase in equipment efficiency
  • Maintained strong communication channels with other shift supervisors and upper management, fostering a collaborative work environment and ensuring alignment on production targets and strategies.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Shiftboss

Anglo Platinum Swartklip
01.2009 - 04.2014
  • Responsible for overseeing a team of 10+ employees in a fast-paced retail environment as a Shiftboss
  • Successfully implemented new operational procedures, resulting in a 20% increase in productivity and a reduction in customer wait times by 15%
  • Trained and mentored new employees, resulting in improved efficiency and synergy within the team
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and ensure customer satisfaction
  • Achieved consistent high ratings on performance evaluations, showcasing exemplary leadership and communication skills.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

Grade 12 -

Stilfontein Highschool
01.1994

Skills

  • Dedicated
  • Self motivated
  • Reach Targets
  • Strong leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Process improvement
  • Communication
  • Team management
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Farm equipment operation
  • Physical Stamina and Endurance
  • Animal Care
  • Farm safety protocols
  • Crops harvesting
  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Health assessments
  • Harvesting
  • First Aid Training
  • Greenhouse Operations Experience
  • Plowing
  • Crop Cultivation Expertise
  • Garden Bed Preparation
  • Farm Equipment Maintenance
  • Greenhouse work
  • Livestock Feeding Techniques
  • Soil preparation
  • Tractor Operation Proficiency
  • Tree Pruning Proficiency
  • Soil Preparation Techniques
  • Seed Planting Expertise
  • Weed Control Techniques
  • Animal Record Maintenance
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Tractor Operation
  • Crop Harvesting
  • Property Maintenance
  • Equipment Repair and Maintenance
  • Farm Equipment and Machinery
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Harvesting knowledge
  • Land preparation
  • Forklift Operation
  • Barn maintenance
  • Machinery Operation
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Physical Stamina
  • Gardening and Landscaping
  • Field Operations
  • Safety Management
  • Machinery upkeep

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Shiftboss

Northam Platinum Zondereinde
06.2018 - 01.2024

Shiftboss

Assmang Manganese
06.2014 - 02.2018

Shiftboss

Anglo Platinum Swartklip
01.2009 - 04.2014

Grade 12 -

Stilfontein Highschool
Alfred Balfour