Gugu Khulekile Faith Mashaba
Section Leader ( Assistant Farm Manager)
Schoemansdal
Summary
Highly energetic, enthusiastic individual committed to lifelong learning with an ability to work independently and in a team-orientated setting. I'm confident and comfortable in dealing with people in all levels of business with excellent communication skills- Articulate clear, influent English. Characterize myself as an efficient/organized worker who is motivated to succeed and able to take directions and constructive criticism. I am a Leader with a record in driving team success and achieving organizational goals. Adapt at fostering collaboration and adapting to organizational evolving requirements, ensuring dependable performance. I have strong skills in strategic planning, conflict resolution, and operational management. Respected for reliability, integrity, and results-focused mindset.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Section leader (Assistant farm manager)
Sivunosetfu
01.2017 - Current
- Oversee projects, equipment and manpower needs to properly allocate resources.
- Conduct performance reviews through Job observations to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
- Liaise with farm manager/ Production manager to discuss adverse trends and identify and resolve production issues.
- Supervise, encourage and evaluated team by coaching and empowering team members to meet production goals.
- Monitor production targets to meet company set standards.
- Monitor and update schedules(weekend plans) to maintain sufficient shift coverage on overtime and shift workers(pump attendants).
- Collaborate with support services (Engineering,Millwrights, agronomy, SASRI inspectors and Eskom) department to support projects, identify issues and implement improvement strategies.
- Assist with new processes and project planning(Land preparation, irrigation installation,planting, Irrigation scheduling and management,Crop care) and facilitate rollout.
- Address and resolve conflicts within team, seeking resolutions that supports both individual needs and overall organizational success, maintaining a positive work environment.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient weekly scheduling and daily task delegation.
- Maintain open lines of communication with all stakeholders( Contractors, Employees and Management) promoting transparency throughout the production lifecycle( Financial year).
- Work closely with employees to improve production practices techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Complete safety inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs, ensuring compliance to Health and Safety standards,ensuring safe working conditions.
- Participate in risk assessments to identifying potential hazards early and mitigating potential negative impacts on overall farm operations.
- Implement quality control measures conducting purity tests to ensure that produce(Sugarcane) meets the mill's set standards.
- Organize staff training courses for skill development and safety compliance within the team members with facilitator and SHE Administrator.
- Implement pest and weed control measures, scouting to reduce crop damage and maximize production.
- Improve crop yield by implementing effective irrigation management and fertilization strategies.
- Enforced strict adherence to environmental regulations in farming practices contributing positively towards sustainable farming initiatives.
- Assist in budget management in the farm for optimized farm operations and reduced costs.
- Manage record-keeping systems for contract/ permanent labour hours, irrigation input data on CANEPRO, Rainfall data, TLB and tractor hours to track usage and farm performance data, aiding in informed decision-making processes.
Section leader in Training
RCL Foods
01.2016 - 12.2016
In service training
Sivunosetfu
01.2015 - 12.2015
Education
National Senior Certificate - English, Agricultural Science, Agricultural Management, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Life Orientation, SiSwati
Mahhushe Agricultural High School
01-2012
Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture - undefined
University of Free State
Bloemfontein, South Africa04-2023
Advance Diploma in Agricultural Extension - undefined
University of Mpumalanga
Mbombela, South Africa05-2018
Sugarcane production program - undefined
University of Mpumalanga in partnership with SASRI
Mbombela, South Africa04-2018
Program in Production/Operation and Productivity Management - undefined
University of South Africa
01-2018
Diploma in Agriculture - Plant production
University of Mpumalanga
Mbombela, South Africa05-2016
Skills
Team management
Problem-solving
Time management
Decision-making
Adaptability and flexibility
Verbal and written communication
Relationship building
Continuous improvement
Goal setting
Affiliations
South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions
Timeline
Section leader (Assistant farm manager)
Sivunosetfu
01.2017 - Current
Section leader in Training
RCL Foods
01.2016 - 12.2016
In service training
Sivunosetfu
01.2015 - 12.2015
Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture - undefined
University of Free State
Advance Diploma in Agricultural Extension - undefined
University of Mpumalanga
Sugarcane production program - undefined
University of Mpumalanga in partnership with SASRI
Program in Production/Operation and Productivity Management - undefined
University of South Africa
Diploma in Agriculture - Plant production
University of Mpumalanga
National Senior Certificate - English, Agricultural Science, Agricultural Management, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Life Orientation, SiSwati
Mahhushe Agricultural High School
Personal Information
- ID Number: 9406210222089
- Date of Birth: 1994-06-21
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 10 (C1)
- ID Type: South African ID
Addresses
P.O Box 813, Shongwe Mission, 1331, Stand number 526, Schoemansdal, Mpumalanga
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