Johan Oosthuizen
Farm Manager - Breeders
Malmesbury
Summary
I am a loyal, honest and responsible person with strong leadership abilities and excellent problem-solving skills. I am hard working and believe in getting the job done. I am adaptable and focused in any high pressure environment. My time in the poultry industry has taught me to act fast and decisively, with the last few years teaching me to be calm and collective during high pressure situations. I also believe in being fair and consistent towards my peers and employees when dealing with challenges. I believe that I will be value adding to the company in the position I am applying for.
I want to be of value to a company where I could further myself as a leader. I want to be a leader who guides and leads by example, and not just a “boss”. Farm Manager skilled at coordinating supplies, personnel and yearly plans to keep farm operations running smoothly and within budgets. Well-versed in ordering feed, fertilizer, seeds and new livestock. Forward-thinking and hardworking with disciplined and tenacious approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Farm Manager - Laying
County Fair
04.2024 - Current
- Managing one open sided laying site and one closed environment site.
- Led team of 29 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Kept detailed records on crop production, livestock health, equipment maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
Farm Manager - Rearing
County Fair
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Managing one open sided rearing site and one closed environment site.
- Led team of 42 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Kept detailed records on crop production, livestock health, equipment maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
Farm Manager - Broilers
County Fair
7 2014 - 12.2023
- Managing multiple broiler sites with SKOV controlled combi-tunnel houses using Doll 539, 339 and 36CT Climate Controller.
- Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades. Designed and implemented PLC controller to replace old discontinued SKOV controllers.
- Led team of 23 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Kept detailed records on crop production, livestock health, equipment maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
Senior Manager
Disco Chicks Farm
01.2010 - 06.2014
- Duties included managing a modern broiler farm consisting of 12 SKOV controlled combi-tunnel houses each of 1800m2
- This entailed using Doll 339 Climate Controller, Doll 95 Production Controller, Doll 2200 Controller and Farm Online.
CNC Machinist and Programmer
W & A Engineering
01.2009 - 04.2010
- Duties included CNC programming and machining using Edgecam
- I also had two machinists under me for whom I also programmed.
Supervisor
Kleinplaas Farm
01.2008 - 08.2009
- Duties included organising harvesting teams for citrus, cantaloupe (spanspek), watermelon, pepper dew and vegetables
- These harvesting teams consisted of 200+ farm workers
- Other duties included soil preparation, planting and harvesting of crops, the irrigation of crops as well as designing and building a basic packing line for cantaloupe (spanspek).
Education
Tool Jig & Die Maker - Engineering - Trade
MERSETA
National - South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
HTS Daniel Pienaar
Uitenhage, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Performance Management
Adaptability
Managing operations
Organizational Skills
Staff Management
Problem-solving abilities
Farm Budgeting
Supply Ordering
Records Management
Budget Development
Troubleshooting skills
Food Safety Regulations
Academicbackground - Educationandqualifications
- 1999 - 2003, National Senior Certificate, Daniel Pienaar Technical High School, Uitenhage, Afrikaans 1st Language, English 2nd Language, Physical Science, Technical Drawings, Fitting and Turning, Mathematics
- 2004 – March 2008, Apprenticeship, MP Engineering, Port Elizabeth, I qualified as a Tool, Jig & Die Maker at MP Engineering, Port Elizabeth.
Lifeexperience
Working on a farm from 2008 – August 2009; 2010 - Currently: I have learnt that being organised, planning ahead and having sufficient leadership skills leads to success., I have experience in operating the following machinery types: Frank Phoenix CNC Machining Centre, Spark Eroder machine, Manual Mill and Lathe, Surface Grinder, C-Tech machining centre & CNC Lathe and programming. By being able to operate these various types of machines I have learnt that one should always take the necessary safety precautions when handling any type of machinery., Edgecam v12.5 3D & 2D Programming
Precision machining
Manufacturing of moulds for Plastic Injection Moulding
Manufacturing of Machine Components
Manufacturing of Form and Pierce Tools
Manufacturing of components for production lines
Tool maintenance
Arc, Mic (CO2), Tic Welding, Computer Literacy - excellent (Ms Office Word, Excel)
First Aid Level 1
AgriSETA Accredited Assessor Certificate
MS Excel Intermediate Certificate
VETTA Leadership Development Certificate
MSD Animal Health Poultry Academy Certificate
Control Workplace Hazardous Substances Certificate
Health & Safety Representative Certificate, I am a highly active person who likes to spend time outdoors. I also like to do DIY projects when the time allows for it.
Personal Information
- ID Number: 851127 5236 089
- Ethnicity: White
- Health Status: Excellent
- Criminal Record: None
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code no. 08
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Mr G. van der Wath, Operational Manager, County Fair, 082 783 1771
- Mr A. Carstens, Operational Manager, County Fair, 082 452 3929
- Mr. J Robertson, Area Manager, Sovereign Foods, 082 921 4935
Timeline
Farm Manager - Laying
County Fair
04.2024 - Current
Farm Manager - Rearing
County Fair
01.2024 - 03.2024
Senior Manager
Disco Chicks Farm
01.2010 - 06.2014
CNC Machinist and Programmer
W & A Engineering
01.2009 - 04.2010
Supervisor
Kleinplaas Farm
01.2008 - 08.2009
Tool Jig & Die Maker - Engineering - Trade
MERSETA
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
HTS Daniel Pienaar
04.2001 -
Farm Manager - Broilers
County Fair
7 2014 - 12.2023
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