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Juan Grant

Juan Grant

Maintenance Manager
Nelspruit,MP

Summary

I am self-motivated, self-driven, disciplined to work on my own, adapting well in any environment, finding challenges stimulating and inspiring. I also enjoy a diversity of responsibilities, always striving to broaden my experience and qualifications. I am honest and trustworthy, positive and have excellent communication skills, always placing my work inviroment first. Dynamic and results-driven Maintenance Manager with 22 years of comprehensive experience in preventive maintenance, farming and optimizing operational excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Manager

Madevu Farming
06.2022 - 09.2025
  • Daily farm management and maintenance
  • Planning, Installing and electrical connection of a PALLETIZING PLANT. (plant producing feed for animals - reducing cost output)
  • Intensive sheep, goat and cattle farming
  • Start up and building of all structures, store, dam, waterways, camps, laying of pipes, set-up of pumps etc. regarding livestock farming.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance.
  • Kept detailed records on 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.
  • Lead a team of 6 skilled unskilled farm personnel on a daily basis.

Farm / Maintenance Manager

Schalk Burger Boerderye
04.2020 - 05.2022
  • NEW OWNER - BOUGHT CHEMC (Previous Company farm - owner kept all personnel)
  • Maintenance / Operations of the Auction House on the farm - weekly basis
  • Continuation of all previous CHEMC farm / maintenance duties.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of necessary materials at competitive prices.
  • Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
  • Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.

(More detail of all duties can be send on reqeust)


  • Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
  • Boosted overall profitability with effective budget management, cost reduction strategies, and market analysis.
  • Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
  • Conducted regular assessments of current industry trends and competitor offerings, making strategic adjustments as needed to maintain a competitive edge.
  • Fostered a positive work culture that motivated employees to excel in their roles while also reducing turnover rates.

Site Manager / Maintenance

Conrad Herbst Environmental Management Consultants (CHEMC)
02.2005 - 03.2020
  • Deconstruction of Mine Shafts - site manager
  • Overseeing of all construction - managed a team of 30 + unskilled workers
  • Rehabilitation of mines, grounds and re-establishing of soil etc.
  • Water monitoring of all water systems after rehab was done
  • Tailings dam rehabilitation
  • Recycling of all metal taken down
  • 2018 - Started with Genetics Goat and Sheep farming (division transfer within company)
  • Farm / Maintenance Manager
  • Building of a Live stock Auction House
  • Intensive sheep and boergoats farming
  • Animal laboratory - artificial incimination and freezing of semen straws, testing of rams and scanning of eve's.
  • Daily managing of unskilled workers to keep farm maintenance up to date.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
  • Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
  • Expanded the farm''s customer base through targeted marketing efforts that showcased the high quality of our products.
  • Streamlined communication between departments by implementing efficient reporting systems for accurate information sharing.
  • Maintained farm records and documentation.
  • Hired new farm hands and livestock handlers.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
  • Monitored, coached, and supervised team of 15 employees.


Student Worker

England - Contactor
01.2004 - 01.2005

Construction

Landscaping

Abattoir

Jobs as requested by agent.

Student Worker

America - Schempers Harvesting
02.2003 - 11.2003
  • Combining Harvesters
  • Grain carts, tractors, service trucks.
  • Intensive farming
  • Driving combines

Education

No Degree - Chemical / Water Analyst

Certificates
CHEMC
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Potchefstroom Technical High - HTS Potchefstroom
Potchefstroom, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance Planning
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Farm equipment operation
  • Overseeing employees
  • Safety Compliance
  • Budget Optimization
  • Facilities Upkeep
  • Vendor Contract Negotiation
  • Computer Literate:

    Word

    Excell - Invoicing

    Sage Acounting

    Outlook emails

    Google

Timeline

Farm Manager

Madevu Farming
06.2022 - 09.2025

Farm / Maintenance Manager

Schalk Burger Boerderye
04.2020 - 05.2022

Site Manager / Maintenance

Conrad Herbst Environmental Management Consultants (CHEMC)
02.2005 - 03.2020

Student Worker

England - Contactor
01.2004 - 01.2005

Student Worker

America - Schempers Harvesting
02.2003 - 11.2003

No Degree - Chemical / Water Analyst

Certificates
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Potchefstroom Technical High - HTS Potchefstroom
04.2001 -
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