Herdiaan Anderson
Farm Manager
Hopetown
Summary
Dynamic Farm Manager with a proven track record at P.S. Bornman & Seuns, specializing in sustainable farming and precision agriculture. Enhanced crop yield through innovative irrigation techniques and effective team training. Skilled in fault finding and repair, ensuring operational efficiency while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Farm Manager
P.S. Bornman & Seuns
09.2011 - Current
- Oversaw daily farm operations, ensuring efficient crop production and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the season.
- Implemented sustainable farming practices, resulting in improved soil health and increased yield across diverse crops.
- Coordinated planting schedules and harvest activities, ensuring timely completion and minimizing crop loss due to weather conditions.
- Established partnerships with local suppliers, enhancing resource availability and reducing delays in farm operations.
- Monitored crop health using precision agriculture tools, enabling targeted interventions and maximizing output quality.
- Enhanced crop yield by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization techniques.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
- Trained and mentored a team of farmworkers, fostering skill development and improving overall workforce efficiency.
Education
N2 Mechanical - Automotive Engineering
Kemkou Auto Engineers
Vryheid, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Crop management
Additional Information
I am fully computer literate and i am really a "jack of all trades"
I learn very fast and I am always willing to go the extra mile.
I have extensive experience in steel production, mechanical, electrical, machinery and farming in general
Timeline
Farm Manager
P.S. Bornman & Seuns
09.2011 - Current
N2 Mechanical - Automotive Engineering
Kemkou Auto Engineers
04.2001 -