MAKGOBANE ZANELE MATSWALELA
Horticulture
Tzaneen
Summary
Strategic Horticulture Supervisor with expertise in landscaping, turf management, and agricultural support. Leads teams in planning and executing planting schemes while maintaining high-quality green spaces. Manages projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
Overview
4
4
Languages
2
2
Certifications
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
University of Limpopo
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinated daily activities and reported horticultural work, contributing to university's objectives
- Leading and training a team of gardening and operational technicians
- Managed maintenance of gardens, lawns, flower beds, trees, and shrubs while performing turf care tasks such as aerating, fertilizing, and pest control
- Managing maintenance of gardens, lawns, flower beds, trees and shrubs and performing turf care including aerating, fertilizing, pest and disease control
- Planning and executing planting schemes and landscaping projects
- Handled project documentation, reporting, and inventory, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
- Implementing integrated weed, pest and disease management
- Monitoring and supervising utilization of resources
Assistant Agricultural Practitioner
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Supported implementation of agricultural advancements for internal and external clients
- Delivered technical support for agricultural projects and land development programs
- Facilitated training sessions for farmers on best practices
- Streamlined administrative functions to enhance operational efficiency
- Conducted training sessions for farmers on best practices to enhance crop yields
- Performed administrative and related functions
Green and Open Space Management (GOSM)
Pretoria National Zoological Gardens (SANBI)
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and maintained horticultural infrastructure to enhance accessibility and aesthetics of parks, gardens, and public spaces
- Monitored and controlled invasive alien plant species to promote biodiversity and ecosystem health
- Conducted environmental education and community engagement on green space conservation sustainable practice
- Developed and maintained horticultural infrastructure for parks, gardens and public spaces
- Conducted environmental education and engaged community in green space conservation and sustainable practices to foster awareness and participation
- Executed garden installation, landscaping and beatification projects including bed preparation, planting and turf establishment
Trainee Horticulturist
University of Limpopo
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Oversaw maintenance of green spaces and sports field playing surfaces, ensuring optimal conditions for athletic performance
- Managed irrigation systems and soil conditions to optimize plant growth
- Oversaw maintenance of green spaces and playing surfaces for various sports fields
- Conducted mowing, fertilizing, and pest control applications
- Managed team of groundskeepers, fostering collaboration to maintain high standards of facility care
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and guidelines, promoting a secure environment for staff and visitors
Education
Advanced Diploma - Horticulture (NQF Level 7)
Tshwane University of Technology
12-2022
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Fobeni High School
LimpopoNational Diploma - Horticulture (NQF Level 6)
Tshwane University of Technology
02-2022
Skills
Horticultural Knowledge
Plant Care Expertise
Pest Management
Irrigation management
Turf Management
Landscaping Design
Soil Health Monitoring
Project Documentation
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Team Leadership
Safety Compliance
Certification
Computer Certificate, 2015
Personal Information
Driving License: Licence (Code C1)
Timeline
Supervisor
University of Limpopo
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Agricultural Practitioner
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
01.2023 - 10.2023
Green and Open Space Management (GOSM)
Pretoria National Zoological Gardens (SANBI)
05.2022 - 01.2023
Trainee Horticulturist
University of Limpopo
03.2021 - 04.2022
National Diploma - Horticulture (NQF Level 6)
Tshwane University of Technology
National Senior Certificate - Matric
Fobeni High School
Advanced Diploma - Horticulture (NQF Level 7)
Tshwane University of Technology