GIDEON DE VILLIERS
NABOOMSPRUIT,SOUTH AFRICA
Summary
Passionate Multi-skilled Farm Manager with 10 + years of experience with Citrus and Packhouse management with Livestock experience. Continuously managing production of citrus, closely monitoring operations and accounting for factors such as weather and market demands. Extensive experience in citrus and packhouse management with top-notch project leadership, multi-tasking analytical problem-solving, maintaining a positive attitude and tactical planning abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
FARM MANAGER, PACKHOUSE MANAGEMENT
ZBR BOERDERY
NABOOMSPRUIT, SOUTH AFRICA
01.2024 - Current
- Managed farm operations to maximize productivity and efficiency in citrus industry.
- Streamlined harvesting procedures for timely market delivery of produce.
- Monitored pest and disease outbreaks with proactive measures, minimized crop loss significantly. Orchard management.
- Implemented sustainable farming practices to improve orchard health. Soil and leaf analysis.
- Ensured farm safety, reduced accidents on the field.
- Trained farm staff for increased productivity and skill development.
- Improved supply chain efficiency through effective coordination with packhouse, suppliers and customers.
- Developed crop rotation plans for enhanced orchard management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, obtained better pricing for supplies.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks to prevent breakdowns in peak seasons.
- Established an effective irrigation system, optimized water usage drastically for optimal production.
- Oversaw livestock feed management; ensured appropriate nutritional intake across all species.
- Handled administrative tasks efficiently, kept accurate records of all operations. GLOBAL G.A.P
- Adapted swiftly to changing market demands by adjusting production strategies promptly. PACKHOUSE MANAGMENT.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting orchards, assessing internal quality and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in seeding for tilling and planting.
- Used recognised breeding practices to improve stock health and profits.
- Maintained optimum environmental conditions to enable maximum animal welfare and biosecurity.
- Facilitated consistent, reliable tracking of farm performance by maintaining accurate and complete operational records, including animal movement, medicine records and production.
- Trained farm staff on tractor and equipment operation to maintain compliance with health and safety.
- Coordinated with suppliers and customers, improved supply chain efficiency.
- Prepared annual budgets to manage farm finances effectively.
- Developed crop rotation plans for enhanced soil fertility.
- Monitored pest and disease outbreaks with proactive measures, minimised crop loss significantly.
- Established an effective irrigation system; optimised water usage drastically.
- Handled administrative tasks efficiently, kept accurate records of all operations.
- Adapted swiftly to changing market demands by adjusting production strategies promptly.
Landscape architect
Gideon de Villiers
Gauteng, SOUTH AFRICA
01.2009 - 12.2013
- Harmonised built structures with surrounding environments through thoughtful landscape architecture practices-enhancing aesthetics and functionality.
- Enhanced public spaces by creating innovative and sustainable landscape designs.
- Developed comprehensive master plans for parks, to contribute to community recreation.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring satisfying results.
- Implemented green infrastructure solutions into urban design projects, improving environmental sustainability.
- Presented detailed reports of landscape proposals, facilitating client understanding.
- Conducted thorough site analyses for accurate project planning.
- Successfully delivered multiple residential garden designs using native plants and materials.
- Performed regular site visits during project implementation phase, maintaining quality control.
- Translated client ideas into practical design plans for successful outcomes.
- Applied knowledge of horticulture and botany in plant selection process for optimal growth and aesthetic appeal.
- Created and implemented a variety of landscaping designs based on residential and commercial customer specifications and budget.
- Created exceptional concept designs and estimated projects for residential and commercial customers, safeguarding budget expectations.
- Provided follow-up appointments with clients, ensuring finished projects exceeded expectations.
- Prepared documentation for regulatory approvals in alignment with project timelines.
- Created and implemented variety of landscaping designs based on residential and commercial customer specifications, climate, location and budget, exceeding customer expectations,
- Provided follow-up appointments with clients to ensure that the finished project met their expectations.
- Mentored employees and contractors in various landscaping tasks and equipment, including irrigation systems, shrubbery and horticulture, maximising team efficiency
- Created concept designs and estimated projects for residential and commercial customers.
- Worked closely with clients on material and planting selection, determining most suitable options for environment and budget.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Landscape Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
Tshwane, Gauteng 01.2005 - 12.2007
Two Year Theorie in Agriculture - Agriculture
Lowveld College of Africulture
Mbombela, Mpumalanga 01.2003 - 12.2004
Skills
- Crop management
- Livestock care
- Tractor operation
- Soil analysis
- Pest control
- Irrigation systems
- Harvesting techniques
- Agricultural machinery maintenance
- Budget control
- Harvest forecasting
- Field rotation planning
- Disease prevention strategies
- Waste management
- Fertilisation application
- Breeding practices
- Sustainable farming techniques
- Labour management
- Workforce training
- Risk assessment capabilities
- Equipment calibration
- Food safety standards
- Farm-To-Market logistics
- Computer literacy
- Precision agriculture technology
- Animal breeding
- Overseeing employees
- Orchard inspections,
- Financial budgeting
- Coordinating maintenance
- Irrigation system
- Market trends
- Produce management
- Crop production
- Land management
- Crop harvesting
Languages
English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent
Timeline
FARM MANAGER, PACKHOUSE MANAGEMENT
ZBR BOERDERY
01.2024 - Current
Landscape architect
Gideon de Villiers
01.2009 - 12.2013
Higher National Diploma - Landscape Technology
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2005 - 12.2007
Two Year Theorie in Agriculture - Agriculture
Lowveld College of Africulture
01.2003 - 12.2004
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