Dehan Frylinck
Somerset West
Summary
Seasoned Farm Manager known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in sustainable farming practices and crop production optimisation. Excels at problem-solving, leadership, and adaptability to ensure smooth farm operations and workforce management. Committed to leveraging technology for farm advancement and sustainability. Skilled in conflict resolution improving teamwork and motivating my team to success achieving organisational goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Property Manager
Cape Investic
Cape Town
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Managed inventory levels through regular stock checks for accuracy.
- Facilitated inter-project communication to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted property inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Inspected properties regularly to identify deficiencies and schedule repairs.
- Effectively resolved conflicts among team members to maintain harmony.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain service quality and efficiency.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
Assistant Farm Manager
Senekal Boerdery
Mkuzi, Natal
07.2023 - 04.2025
- 340 ha Sagar Cane – supervising 40 permanent workers.
- 300 ha of sugar beans, supervising 60 seasonal workers.
- Produced 3.2 tons of beans per hectare.
- 200 ha Pivot irrigation
- 140 ha drip irrigation
- 300 ha sprinkler irrigation
- Chemical calibrations on tractors
- Fertiliser calibrations.
- Attending production meetings.
- Managed daily farm operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated planting schedules and monitored crop growth progress regularly.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance and arranged repairs to ensure operational efficiency.
- Implemented strategies for pest control and sustainable farming practices.
- Facilitated communication between team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of fields to identify issues and recommend solutions.
- Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
- Supervised planting, cultivating and harvesting activities for all crops.
- Established safety procedures and took action to minimise safety incidents on farm.
- Delegated tasks to workers, and supervised the completion of duties and responsibilities.
- Managed employees to meet or exceed cost, yield, and quality goals.
- Organised the purchase of supplies such as fertiliser and other necessary items.
- Directed efficient crop production to consistently meet schedule and financial demands.
- Assisted in maintaining records on production output and crop yields in order to make future planning decisions.
- Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
- Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.
- Implemented action plans to meet farm-specific and company-set goals.
- Conducted tours of farm and facilities to provide information and promote public relations
- Monitored weather conditions to determine when to irrigate crops or apply pesticides.
- Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
- Provided guidance to staff members on how best to handle difficult tasks or situations encountered during their daily duties.
- Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paul Roos Gimnasium
Stellenbosch12-2022
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Administration And Management
Akademia University
ONLINE Skills
- Leadership and team management
- Problem solving and decision making
- Communication and negotiation
- Mechanical skills
- Time management and prioritisation
- Adaptability
- Conflict resolution and motivation
- Detailed orientated
Affiliations
- I enjoy staying active and healthy. I gym and play rugby. I am also completing Bible courses while continuing to practice my Zulu speaking skills.
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
Accomplishments
- Achieved the highest return crop yield per ha for 2024/25 season.
Certification
- Drivers license
Timeline
Property Manager
Cape Investic
05.2025 - Current
Assistant Farm Manager
Senekal Boerdery
07.2023 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Paul Roos Gimnasium
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Administration And Management
Akademia University