Makhosazana Gumede
Farm Manager
Kwa-Ngwanase
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Graduate
Department of Rural Development and Land Reform
Agricultural Advisor
Tongaat Hullet Development
1 2015 - 1 2016
Farm Assistant
Illovo Sugar-Isonti Farm
2018.09 - 2020.08
Assistant Farm Manager
Illovo Sugar- Esperanza Farm
2020.09 - 2023.09
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as perfoamance and weather conditions.
Farm manager
Illovo
2022.10 - Current
- Leading team of 200 skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Keeping detailed records on sugar cane production, soil and cane health, equipment and fleet maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of necessary materials such as fertilisers, herbicides and fleet spares.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Developed long-term farm plans for crop sustainability, soil management, and sustainable farming practices to maintain soil fertility and prevent erosion.
- Consistently meet and exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Developed operational budget and monitored farm expenses to enforce and achieve budget adherence.
Education
Grade 12 -
James Nxumalo Agricultural High School
Diploma of Agriculture - undefined
Cedara College of Agriculture
Senior Certificate Course in Sugarcane - undefined
South African Sugarcane Research Institute
B Tech in farm management - undefined
University Of South Africa
PGD in sustainable agriculture - undefined
University Of Free State
Masters Degree in sustainable agriculture - undefined
University Of Free State
Skills
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Fullnames
Makhosazana Zamanguni
Healthystatus
Good
Disability
None
Personal Information
- ID Number: 9311120592086
- Place of Birth: Empangeni (KZN)
- Citizenship: South African
- Date of Birth: 11/12/93
- Gender: Female
- Driving License: Code 10 (C1)
- Marital Status: Single
Criminaloffence
None
References
- Mr Z kalazani, Farm Manager, Cedara College of Agriculture, 0638231813
- Mr Serage Mpahlele, Enterprise chair person, Department of Rural Development and Land Reform, 0824657914
- Mr V Luthuli, Farm manager, Illovo Sugar South Africa, 0785147634
Languages
English
Timeline
Farm manager
Illovo
2022.10 - Current
Assistant Farm Manager
Illovo Sugar- Esperanza Farm
2020.09 - 2023.09
Farm Assistant
Illovo Sugar-Isonti Farm
2018.09 - 2020.08
Agricultural Graduate
Department of Rural Development and Land Reform
Agricultural Advisor
Tongaat Hullet Development
1 2015 - 1 2016
Grade 12 -
James Nxumalo Agricultural High School
Diploma of Agriculture - undefined
Cedara College of Agriculture
Senior Certificate Course in Sugarcane - undefined
South African Sugarcane Research Institute
B Tech in farm management - undefined
University Of South Africa
PGD in sustainable agriculture - undefined
University Of Free State
Masters Degree in sustainable agriculture - undefined
University Of Free State
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