Linda Millicent Wiseman
Farmer, Estate Manager
Cape Town
Summary
Unfortunately, my current position is incumbent on the financial wellbeing of the owner of the estate, and he is going through a bit of a financial crisis. I have extensive experience in the Agricultural, horticultural, Administration and Accounting as well as Veterinary and Equestrian fields, although I can teach, my main interests are mainly related to the agricultural fields:- Vegetable production, Organic farming, permaculture, animal management and production, stable management and veterinary, and estate fix up as well as building and renovations. I also am very well versed in office administrative functions, and I have many years’ experiences in QuickBooks, now using QuickBooks Pro 2008, QuickBooks Accountant desktop and now migrated to QuickBooks online Have experience on Pastel, last processed on Pastel Partner 2008 @ Goodbooks I would like to have a more secure income. I look forward to hearing from you, Thank you Linda Wiseman
Hardworking Farm Manager bringing 20+ years of experience in the field. Excellent relationship-building, multitasking and organizational skills. Proficient in maintaining land, equipment and facilities in good working order.
Experienced with managing diverse farm operations, including crop cultivation and livestock care. Utilizes advanced agricultural techniques and sustainable practices to boost productivity and ensure quality. Knowledge of effective team management and resource allocation to meet operational goals efficiently.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Bookkeeping Services
- Current
- Still ongoing, Bookkeeping for the smaller concern up to trail balance, either at their premises or on my own computer. Contracting out to Goodbooks processing on pastel partner 2008 R 5000.00pm half day
- Some of my clients:- Bookkeeping @R 200 per hour
- Imvusa wines George Monk Susan Fourie u BONDS Dr. Williams The Tatler Transworld Insurance Brokers
LEGENDS EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
01.2021 - Current
- Renovate and refurbish the estate: - 30 Stables, paddocks holding paddocks, show arena, lunging ring, judges’ box, tuck-shop, art studio, bed and breakfast, 13 residences, gardens. Irrigation, plumbing, building and renovations, staff, administration, accounting and marketing
self employed
Own farm
01.2014 - 01.2021
- Landscaping Courses given at farm Contractor to STEEP Bookkeeping for small businesses (remote/hybrid)
Farm Manager
Jakkalskloof permaculture farm
01.2012 - 01.2014
- All aspects of renovating and refurbishing a run-down farm near Swellendam on biodynamics , permaculture and organic systems to be totally self sufficient in food production, water supply and electrical supply. Build up cottages, and community grounds for intended intentional community as planned. Care for and breed a herd of Dexter Cattle Care for and breed a flock of dorper sheep Care for and breed a pig production unit Design, and implement extensive fruit orchards and vegetable gardens Run school holiday camps for Waldorff school children Give talks and courses on diverse small scale farming activities. All admin, including accounts and marketing All staff wages, contracts etc.
Director /Stable master and Consultant to Architect tv3
Deltacrest Equestrian Centre
01.2001 - 04.2002
- Salary R4000, 00 per month plus free housing, water and electricity, livery for two horses, cell phone and contract. Duties: - consultation with builders, owners and Architects as to correct dimensions and requirements for 5-star livery horse and equestrian center. Run and maintain a very high standard of livery yard. Mentor young trainee instructors/grooms. Plan and organize equestrian events and activities. Plan, institute and maintain veterinary aspect of livery yard. Plan, institute and maintain paddock system, plan and maintain dressage and jumping arena’s, Care and maintenance of tack, client liaison, etc.
01.2000 - 01.2000
- I also helped with Diemersfontien trail rides – under the friendly auspices of David Sonnenberg.
- I took time out and had my last child in September 2000.
Windmeul Stables
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Still running Windmeul Stables from Rhebokskloof, where I did major renovation and rebuilt the arena’s etc. At this time, I did work for the SPCA horse care unit with Janet May. I again trained the Eco Challenge team for 1998 Moroccan Eco Challenge.
Fairview Cheese Factory
01.1996 - 01.1996
- Administration of the cheese factory Invoicing Stock control Staff administration Reconciliation of Woolworths and other customers’ accounts Cold chain management Client Liaison R 2000.00 pm half day
Lighting Unlimited
01.1996 - 01.1996
- All administrative Duties Accounting on Quickbooks Quotations Staff wages Petty cash control R3000.00 per month
Part time (did Husband’s business Bookkeeping)
01.1996 - 01.1996
- Auto Service and Repairs (Function ended when sold) Running all administrative functions Quickbooks Excel Vat Returns Quotations Invoicing Costing Banking Debtors and creditors Etc.
- At this time, I did the seminar “Fourth Biannual Equine Stud Managers Course” Offered by Onderstepoort.
- I also trained the South African Eco Challenge Equine team for the British Columbian Eco Challenge of 1996
Locum as vet nurse
Drs Teper and Mills
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Then moved to the Cape, ran Equine Veterinary Stables for Bridgette Boswell on Teunis Uys farm in Klapmuts, Full post and pre-op care of mostly racehorses, as well as some breeding work for Pax Stud. I worked with Dr. Shultz on Artificial insemination, and presale work with yearlings working with Godfrey Gird, for the sales in Germiston. I also did a few foaling seasons with John Gulch in Wellington.
- Brigitte closed stables due to financial stress, and I then opened a small part-time livery yard in Wellington on the R44, with only 8 stables, and worked for Fairview Wine and Cheese, in a clerical position dealing with the sales, shipping and reconciliations for Woolworths, checkers etc. But at this time my mother was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, and I resigned and rather took on bookkeeping work from home and ran my livery yard at the same time. The livery stables became larger, and I moved to Rhebokskloof Estate, where I was able to operate a livery yard, and took in a partner who bred Appaloosa’s. At this stage I had 7 student instructors and 35 horses, did trail rides, taught stunt work and taught riding. My pupils regularly took part in shows, show jumping, school teams etc.
Own Stables Bethal
Little Eden Stables
01.1989 - 01.1995
- 20 horses, full livery, lessons, riding for the disabled, helped at the Highveld Horse care unit. Did courses with Mrs. Stubbs, Mrs. Laros, and took in students from Stonyhurst who needed to learn the practical aspects of stable management, Paddock care and maintenance etc. Member of the Transvaal Horse Society. Did Riding for the disabled.
Stable Manageress
Consolidated Diamond Mines
01.1985 - 01.1989
- Blue Cross Equine Veterinary skills
- 60 horse equestrian facility with 28 hectares of Lucerne production Picnic and camping grounds Club house and grounds 14 Staff members NO VET, so all procedures were done by me with staff assisting with telephonic instructions from Dr. Dup or Francois Trichardt
- Manage all aspects for the Stables, Manage all staff Maintain grounds of the Riding club Maintain grounds of camping area Maintain grounds of picnic area Identify, order, and control of all veterinary medications and uses, as well as all veterinary equipment, once monthly stock with signatures for scheduled drugs Produce Lucerne All aspects of farming activities, IE. Fertilizing, soil management, stable management, veterinary care of horses, as the vet only visited once every three months, so all injuries etc. had to be treated by my staff and myself. Irrigation, pasture management etc.
- All administration for above
- Accounts, petty cash control, reporting to management, staff reports, disciplinary actions etc.
- Equine Veterinary Course Diploma in agriculture Salary R 36000.00 P/A plus Medical Aid, Pension, + housing and company vehicle.
Promotional Assistant and P.R.O
Nicholas Laboratories
01.1982 - 01.1984
- All promotional work to assist with the marketing of Radox, Shipmate bubble bath and Ambi Beauty Products Liaising with supermarkets, hypermarkets and shopping malls when organizing promotions, Gondola ends and competitions. I was expected to handle all aspects of promotions from the initial idea through to and including choosing of prizes and prize giving. Promotional Reports for the attention of the Marketing Manager. This report included graphs of sales after promotional activities.
- Liaison, Control of all marketing and display material.
- Price check and comparisons. In store promotions Merchandising time surveys Dealing with all complaints Keeping suppliers in stock of all the latest advertising material
- Company Car, Expense account, Basic Salary 13th cheque R 1500.00 half day
- During this time, I did a fine art diploma at Kempton Park Technician
Trainee Departmental Manageress
Greatermans Claremont
01.1979 - 01.1982
- Departments – Haberdashery Sports Equipment Manchester General Management Techniques for Departmental floor Managers Also volunteered for Animal anti Cruelty league in Crossroads
Veterinary Nurse – Dr. Rob
Hazell
01.1978 - 01.1978
- In house course Small Animal Veterinary Care, Manage Belvedere Street Clinic, assist in both Veterinary and Administrative roles
Education
Matriculated - English First Language HG, Afrikaans Second Language HG, Mathamatics HG, Science LG, Art HG, Biology HG, Typing
Star of The Sea Convent
Skills
Animal enrichment
Other Qualifications
- Equine Veterinary responder
- Agricultural Diploma
- Diploma in Fine Arts – Painting and Sculpture
- Damelin Accounting
- St John Ambulance
- Management for non-financial Managers
- Performance Management
- Assertiveness Training
- Presentation Skills
- EFAR
Courses Taken
- Windows 97
- Quickbooks
- Computer Literacy
- Equine Veterinary Nursing
- Microsoft Excel
- Landscape Design
- Mibco Mentor Training
- Stable management and Pasture
- Pastel Partner 5
- Bookkeeping / Accounting and inventory
- Management Development
- 4th Biannual Stud Managers course.
- Courses with Mrs. Stubbs Mrs. Laros, and Rosemary Bartlet.
Timeline
LEGENDS EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
01.2021 - Current
self employed
Own farm
01.2014 - 01.2021
Farm Manager
Jakkalskloof permaculture farm
01.2012 - 01.2014
Director /Stable master and Consultant to Architect tv3
Deltacrest Equestrian Centre
01.2001 - 04.2002
01.2000 - 01.2000
Windmeul Stables
01.1998 - 01.1999
Fairview Cheese Factory
01.1996 - 01.1996
Lighting Unlimited
01.1996 - 01.1996
Part time (did Husband’s business Bookkeeping)
01.1996 - 01.1996
Locum as vet nurse
Drs Teper and Mills
01.1995 - 01.1996
Own Stables Bethal
Little Eden Stables
01.1989 - 01.1995
Stable Manageress
Consolidated Diamond Mines
01.1985 - 01.1989
Promotional Assistant and P.R.O
Nicholas Laboratories
01.1982 - 01.1984
Trainee Departmental Manageress
Greatermans Claremont
01.1979 - 01.1982
Veterinary Nurse – Dr. Rob
Hazell
01.1978 - 01.1978
Small Business Bookkeeping Services
- Current
Matriculated - English First Language HG, Afrikaans Second Language HG, Mathamatics HG, Science LG, Art HG, Biology HG, Typing
Star of The Sea Convent
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