Gerhard Van Der Merwe
Business Administration
Cape Town,wc
Summary
I Have worked in many different industries trying to find my passion, as a young person i wanted to first find my feet in the world through various different industries, by gaining some valuable insight in the industries i have worked in.
I am currently busy furthering my studies in Business management & Project management. I am Looking to gain some experience in the world of Business Management and Project management before i formally start with my studies January 2025
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Real Estate Agent
Pam Golding Properties
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with mortgage companies to accurately determine loan and mortgage options for clients.
- Improved property listings by collaborating with photographers to capture visually appealing images that accurately represented each property''s unique qualities.
- Reviewed property listings, interviewed potential clients, accompanied clients to properties and effectively communicated condition of sales.
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Strengthened professional reputation through consistently positive client reviews and referrals from satisfied customers.
- Provided exceptional support during the negotiation process, advocating for clients'' best interests at all times.
- Negotiated contracts with buyers and sellers to maximize customer savings.
- Advised clients on market conditions and property value for informed decision-making.
- Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
- Hosted successful open houses by preparing properties for viewing and effectively showcasing features to potential buyers.
- Prepared and presented contracts and other legal documents to clients.
- Developed new business and managed new and existing clients.
Electrical Apprentice
West-GenWarehouse
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Panel wiring single-phase and three-phase motor control
- Transformers single-phase and three-phase
- Wiring of different electrical circuits
- Wiring of distribution boards
- Fault finding and installation of HV and LV cables
- Maintenance of Generators and installation of Solar systems.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
Electrical Apprentice
Eskort
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Fixing and maintaining of food processing machinery
- Building of DB boxes
- Working under pressure to repair and maintain machinery of the production line
- Installing and wiring of new machinery.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
Junior Technical Sales (Area Manager)
Titeforce
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Representation and sales of torquing tools too mines in Northern Cape
- Establishing new clients, providing support to clients and marketing of product range.
- Established territory boundaries and distribution routes to maximize service quality.
- Built positive and productive relationships with store and field leadership.
- Held meetings with director to identify techniques to overcome sales obstacles.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
Assistant Boilermaker
Mine Machinary, Mining and Construction
1 2018 - 1 2019
- Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment, Handling Objects, Inspecting Equipment and Structures, and Performing Physical Activities.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Increased workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections of boiler systems and components.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Studied designs, blueprints and drawings to create templates of boilers.
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
Education
Electrician - Millwright/ Electrician
Sol-Tech
Pretoria 08.2019 - 11.2021
Field Ranger
Eco Rangers Conversation Services
Hoedspruit, South Africa 1 2017 -
High School Diploma -
Kathu High School
Kathu, South Africa 01.2012 - 12.2016
Skills
Meeting Arrangements
undefinedPhone Number
073 192 7478
Personal Information
- ID Number: 970321*******
- Age: 27
- Health Status: Excellent
- Date of Birth: 03/21/97
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code A and B
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Assistant Boilermaker - Mine Machine Service, Mining and Construction, Chris Smit, 084 958 5156
- Assistant Boilermaker - Mine Machine Service, Mining and Construction, Jacques Groenewald, 053 723 1095
- Junior Technical Sales - The Force Group, Mr J Allen Mayer, 082 882 0062
- Electrical Apprentice - Eskort Heidelberg, Jannie Du Preez, 079 500 4872
- Practical Experience - Eco Ranagers Academy, Johan JC Strauss, 076 789 5589
- Electrical Apprentice - West-GenWarehouse, Rian Marais, 082 782 1177
- Rental Agent - Mariël Burger, 082 372 2573
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
Pam Golding Properties
03.2023 - 04.2024
Electrical Apprentice
West-GenWarehouse
02.2022 - 02.2023
Electrical Apprentice
Eskort
12.2021 - 02.2022
Electrician - Millwright/ Electrician
Sol-Tech
08.2019 - 11.2021
Junior Technical Sales (Area Manager)
Titeforce
01.2019 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Kathu High School
01.2012 - 12.2016
Assistant Boilermaker
Mine Machinary, Mining and Construction
1 2018 - 1 2019
Field Ranger
Eco Rangers Conversation Services
1 2017 -
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