Fergy Nkadimeng
Summary
Scientist specializing in plant care, conservation, and plant production with over 7 years of experience conducting research and experiments to develop new or improved varieties of field crops. Proficient in developing and maintaining landscaping designs, bring a meticulous approach ,with excellent communication skills, organizational abilities, and a proven ability to work effectively within a team, and adapt easily to any environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Horticulturist
South African National Biodiversity Institute
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Supervised horticultural staff in production and maintenance and ensuring high standard of pant care and costumer service.
- Developed and maintained plant database,documenting growth pattern and care equipment.
- Researched and implemented organic gardening techniques,reducing chemical uses and promoting biodiversity.
- Networking with various conservation organizations to identify the needs for plants collection for conservation reasons, rehabilitation re-introduction of plant species, and habitat restoration of the specific area.
- Cultivate a wide variety of plant,including rare and exotic species,expanding the collection diversity.
- Reporting on projects quarterly.
- Demonstrated continual positive effort to maintain working relationships with staff, volunteers and management.
- Enhanced plant health by implementing proper pruning, watering, and fertilization techniques.
Technician Seed Collector
Millennium Seed Bank
02.2018 - 06.2023
- Collection of seeds,specimen and proper handling for conservation purposes.
- Managed seed bank,ensuring preservation of rare and endangered plant species for future generation.
- Contributions of specimen collections in herbarium
- Published articles on benefits of conservation horticulture in local and national websites.
- Collecting, managing and conserving seeds of Southern Africa's indigenous plants in ex-situ conservation.
- Identify of indigenous plant species occurring in Southern African region.
- Undergo researches on plant species, prepare written articles and prepare the presentation and present to different stake holders
- Processing,packaging and quality assurance and safe storage of collected seeds.
- Participate in the environmental awareness and plant conservation awareness in communities and schools.
- Database development and management for seeds conservation using Microsoft Access program.
- Networking with the various conservation organizations to identify the needs for collecting seeds, rehabilitation re-introduction of plant species, and habitat restoration on the specific area
- Participate on ongoing projects and report on them.
- Supervise student and dedicated team
- Assist with procurement and S&T administration.
Horticultural Conservation Worker
South African National Biodiversity Institute
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Maintained flowerbed and lawn by conducting regular upkeep such as watering,weeding,pruning feeding and spraying.
- Identify and eradicated alien invasive plants species.
- Prepares soil by using correct mulch , fertilizer and plant seasonal planting to meet production needs.
- Edged lawn to create clean borders for paths and planting.
- Monitor plants health,identifying signs of diseases or pest infections, and implemented effective treatment solutions.
- Ensure that tools are efficient and in good working condition.
- Report on projects and recording information of plants growth rate and diseases.
- Participated in lawn mowing ,edging and raking lawn.
- Applied lawn dressing or compost to improve roots development .
Conservation Horticulturist
Groen Sebenza
05.2013 - 08.2016
- Supervised volunteer groups and fostering teamwork and passion for horticulture.
- Independently managed sowing of seeds,plant bulbs and ornamental plants,
- Kept greenhouse conditions maintained for optimal growth of plants.
- Monitor plants health,Identify sign of diseases or pest infestation and implement effective treatment solutions.
- Apply environmental friendly pesticides,keeping plants healthy and diseases free.
- Report on garden and nursery progress,challenges and financial expenditure to stakeholders.
- Comply with basic Health and Safety regulations.
- Plants identification and know how to read and implement landscaping plan.
- Contacting tools inventory and ensuring that all tools are in good conditions.
- Created seasonal displays to attract visitors and promote interest in local floras.
- Participated in lawn mowing during growing season using lawn mower.
- Participate on environmental education in communities and schools
Education
National Diploma in Horticulture - Environmental Education
UNISA
Pretoria03.2013
Advanced Diploma in Ornamental Horticulture - Horticulture
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Pretoria03.2023
High School Diploma -
Mathume High School
Sekhukhune06.
Skills
- Plant identification knowledge
- Practical gardening and maintenance
- Horticultural science and research skills
- Fieldwork and conservation
- Knowledge of basic software,such as word and Excel
- Data analysis
- Organizing and communication skill
- Teamwork
- Fleet management
Certification
- Seed Conservation Techniques Course (Kirsternbosch Botanical Garden)5th-16th September 2022.
- Basic HerbariumTechniques(Pretoria National Herbarium)11th-29 March 2019.Environmental Weed Control Course(FP&M SETA)2nd-6th March 2015
- Labour Relations Training Course(SANBI)6th-7th October 2014
- Develop,Implement and Evaluate a Project Plan(NCC)31 December 2014.
References
- Mashudu Tshitereke, SANBI, M.Tshitereke@sanbi.org.za, 079 955 1123
- Victoria Wilman, MSBP, V.Wilman@sanbi.org.za, (021)799 8850 /079 296 1202
- Ntuthuko Mabuya, SANBI (Pretoria National Botanical Garden), N.Mabuya@sanbi.org.za, 078 761 3615
Timeline
Horticulturist
South African National Biodiversity Institute
07.2023 - 10.2023
Technician Seed Collector
Millennium Seed Bank
02.2018 - 06.2023
Horticultural Conservation Worker
South African National Biodiversity Institute
12.2016 - 02.2018
Conservation Horticulturist
Groen Sebenza
05.2013 - 08.2016
National Diploma in Horticulture - Environmental Education
UNISA
Advanced Diploma in Ornamental Horticulture - Horticulture
University of South Africa (UNISA)
High School Diploma -
Mathume High School
- Seed Conservation Techniques Course (Kirsternbosch Botanical Garden)5th-16th September 2022.
- Basic HerbariumTechniques(Pretoria National Herbarium)11th-29 March 2019.Environmental Weed Control Course(FP&M SETA)2nd-6th March 2015
- Labour Relations Training Course(SANBI)6th-7th October 2014
- Develop,Implement and Evaluate a Project Plan(NCC)31 December 2014.
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