James Gerber
Summary
Highly motivated and diligent individual with a creative mindset and a strong interest in technology. Extensive background in agriculture and sales , offering valuable expertise. Demonstrated ability to cultivate strong relationships and drive business growth. Possess in-depth knowledge of agricultural practices, making me a valuable asset capable of providing innovative solutions for any company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Irrigation Scheduler
DFM Technolgies
11.2023 - Current
- Successfully launched and managed a new business division focused on irrigation consulting and scheduling.
- Represented the company at industry events and conferences, enhancing brand visibility and building relationships with potential clients.
- Led marketing, branding, and sales efforts for the new service.
- Provided technical support to clients and consultants.
- Analysed data and delivered detailed reports.
- Played a key role in consistently achieving annual sales targets.
- Organized and hosted training sessions and events.
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Explore Atlantic
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Generated leads through cold calling, social media, email campaigns, AI-powered WhatsApp messaging, and face-to-face visits.
- Developed marketing content using tools such as Canva, Command, Gamma, and Tome.
- Managed marketing efforts across multiple social media platforms and real estate portals, including Private Property and Property24.
- Conducted economic and property market research to support business strategies.
- Built and maintained client relationships, ensuring seamless CRM integration.
- Provided price counseling, conducted comparative market analyses, and delivered compelling listing presentations.
- Oversaw budgeting and closely monitored expenses.
- Completed legal, script, and POPAI training to enhance industry knowledge and compliance.
Technical Support and Sales Consultant
DFM Technologies
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Drove sales of a diverse range of agricultural equipment and software through cold calling, engaging existing clients, farm visits, and targeted email campaigns..
- Automated farm irrigation systems
- Installed various types of soil moisture probes, including RF, short-range, and GPRS models.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on all field units.
- Trained and provided technical support on software applications such as Probe Utilities, ICS1, MB4000, FarmPro, and the Pest Monitoring app.
- Analysed probe data and provided clients with recommendations for more efficient irrigation practices.
- Prepared installation plans, site surveys, and quotes for clients.
Farm Worker
Shalmar and Dairy Farm Holdings(New Zealand)
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Milking1200 cows through a 60-bail rotary shed
- Maintenance and servicing of all farm vehicles and equipment
- Tractor work such as ploughing, feeding and mowing equipment
- Pasture management and setting up camps for cows
- Assisting during calving, scanning, mating and calving
- General farm work such as weeding fencing, maintenance of farm infrastructure and equipment
- Effluent and irrigation water management
- Treatment of sick and lame cows
- Managing nutritional requirements for cows during the season
Tour Bus Driver
Paarl Rock Tours
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Operated various sizes of Mercedes Benz and Yutong buses
- Maintenance and repairs on buses
- Transporting passengers to schools, functions, and sport days during day trips
- Transporting local and overseas tourists through Southern Africa during two to four-week trips Responsible for safety and comfort of passengers
- Management of trip logistics, logbooks, documentation, and inspections
Farm Worker
Juerg Hess Farm (Switzerland)
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Milked 60 cows in a herringbone shed.
- Managed feeding and processing of cows and horses.
- Administered treatment to sick animals.
- Oversaw pasture and nutrition management for livestock.
- Harvested apples and grain crops.
- Pruned, planted, fertilized, and tied apple trees.
- Trained horses for out-rides.
- Performed tractor work, including grass mowing, equipment movement, and fertilizer spreading.
- Carried out general farm work and maintenance, including cleaning and fencing.
Farm Worker
G&Y Roberts (Australia)
03.2017 - 02.2018
- General farm work such as fencing, pipe laying and setting up fire breaks
- Processing and feeding of sheep and cattle
- All aspects of animal husbandry
- Administered treatment to sick animals
- Trucking grain and bales during harvesting
- Transportation of sheep and cattle between farms
- Tractor work – harrows, blade plough, rock roller, slasher, mowing, lifting
Practical Year
Weleggend Farm
02.2015 - 12.2016
- General farm work such as fixing fences, moving herds, feeding animals
- Drove grain truck during harvesting
- Assisting during sheering, lambing, weaning etc
- Basic animal healthcare such as dosing, vaccinating, wound and sickness treatment
- Tractor work ( grain cart, baling , ploughing, rolling etc)
Education
ND - Agriculture
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
12-2015
Skills
- Problem solving
- Data Analytics
- Marketing and Sales
- Training
- Content creation and writing
- Leadership and teamwork
- Technical Support
- Agri-tech
Certification
Code14 Driver's license
Language
Afrikaans (fluent)
English (fluent)
References
Duwan Jackson
Head of International Sales at DFM
Phone: 082 494 9120
Ockie Myburgh
Farm Manager at Dairy Farm Holdings
Email: liamfarming@outlook.com
Phone: +64 277 681 942
Location: Bankside, New Zealand
David Kellerman
Owner at Paarl Rock Tours
Phone: 0832706763
Hobbies and Interests
Active in church and sports, with a passion for spending time in nature. Enjoy trail running, golfing, and horseback riding.
Timeline
Lead Irrigation Scheduler
DFM Technolgies
11.2023 - Current
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Explore Atlantic
12.2022 - 07.2023
Technical Support and Sales Consultant
DFM Technologies
05.2021 - 11.2022
Farm Worker
Shalmar and Dairy Farm Holdings(New Zealand)
03.2020 - 12.2020
Tour Bus Driver
Paarl Rock Tours
07.2019 - 12.2020
Farm Worker
Juerg Hess Farm (Switzerland)
08.2018 - 06.2019
Farm Worker
G&Y Roberts (Australia)
03.2017 - 02.2018
Practical Year
Weleggend Farm
02.2015 - 12.2016
ND - Agriculture
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
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