Nicolaas Mouton James Botha
Touwsriver,Western Cape
Summary
Talented agricultural Farmer/operator/farmhand with experience and expertise in operations oversight and team leadership.
Work directly with employer and employees to improve strategies and optimize performance. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Have experience in tractor operations and implement use for different cultivation. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and eager to master new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand and needs. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Knowledgeable about running safe, compliant and honest mixed farm operations. Willing to assist in a adaptable environment and have a resourceful approach to maximizing resources, reducing waste and increasing profits for the farm owner.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Farmer
Jakkalsroep Farm
Touwsriver,Western Cape
03.2020 - Current
- Managed breeding programs following best practices in animal husbandry.
- Assessed market conditions to identify opportunities for selling products at optimal prices.
- Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with local laws concerning animal welfare.
- Reviewed records of feed consumption, water intake, egg production, making adjustments where necessary.
- Analyzed weather forecasts and determined the best times for planting and harvesting operations.
- Developed strategies that promote efficient use of resources such as water and energy.
- Planned and implemented crop rotation schedules to maximize soil fertility.
- Sowed seeds, planted seedlings, and transplanted crops by hand or with mechanized equipment.
- Monitored growth of crops and weeds, applying herbicides as needed.
- Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Recorded information such as production costs, yields, grades, moisture content, and other data related to crop production.
- Conducted soil tests to determine nutrient levels; added fertilizers or amendments as needed.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
- Irrigated crops manually or using automated systems such as pivots or sprinklers.
- Applied pesticides according to safety regulations to control pests and diseases affecting plants.
- Evaluated animals' health condition; administered medications when necessary.
- Provided routine care for livestock including feeding, watering, herding, branding, castrating .
- Observed animals during birthing process; assisted as needed; monitored newborns' health status.
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
- Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to verify proper sunlight and growth.
- Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver products to markets or storage facilities.
- Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
- Set up and operated irrigation equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers to crops.
- Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Followed germination processes to detect deficiencies in seedling health.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems and farming processes.
- Kept financial records up to date.
- Segregated animals according to weight, age and physical condition.
- Planned harvest and planting schedules.
- Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
- Positioned and monitored plant irrigation systems.
- Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
- Conducted or supervised stock examinations to identify diseases or parasites.
- Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.
- Allocated resources to respond to insect infestation, drought and fire.
- Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
- Handled money by accurately setting up registers, balancing drawers and preparing daily deposits.
- Gathered and documented information about stock growth, production activities and environmental readings to make accurate plans and operational decisions.
Business Owner
Botha Nm Enterprises
Touwsriver,Western Cape
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Developed business plan to secure financial backing from investors.
- Identified and recruited staff members, including managers and sales personnel.
- Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
- Created a customer service policy to ensure customers were satisfied with products or services.
- Managed inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing costs.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
- Implemented systems for tracking sales performance and analyzing data trends in order to maximize profitability.
- Conducted regular meetings with employees to review progress towards company goals.
- Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in a timely manner.
- Reviewed financial statements on a monthly basis in order to assess financial health of the organization.
- Analyzed competitor's pricing and product offerings in order to remain competitive within the market.
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders, such as suppliers and vendors, in order to secure advantageous terms for the company.
- Initiated cost-cutting measures when necessary without sacrificing quality of products or services.
- Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
- Participated in trade shows, conventions, and other events related to industry promotion.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
- Investigated new technologies that could improve efficiency within the organization.
- Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
- Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
- Improved company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
Teacher
The Gateway school
Roodepoort,Jahannesburg
07.2014 - 12.2017
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional resources tailored towards their specific needs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
- Graded student papers and assignments to track student progression.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Manager
Spar Windsor
Johannesburg
10.2005 - 07.2014
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer service.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
- Developed annual goals for each department based on market trends and competitor analysis.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Reviewed contracts before signing them on behalf of the organization.
- Organized special events such as conferences or training sessions for employees.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Communicated company directives and programs to associates and ensured all follow-up items were completed accurately and timely.
- Accomplished financial objectives by forecasting requirements, scheduling expenditures and preparing annual budgets.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
General Farm Hand
Kromdraai,Koedoeskop,Potchefstroom
Amersfoort,Mpumalanga
01.1997 - 12.2003
- Assisted in the planting and harvesting of crops.
- Conducted routine maintenance on farm equipment and machinery.
- Monitored livestock health and nutrition.
- Performed daily animal husbandry duties, such as milking cows, feeding animals and cleaning pens.
- Maintained fences, gates, barns and other farm structures.
- Operated tractors, harvesters and other agricultural vehicles safely.
- Organized storage areas for feed, hay, straw and other supplies.
- Prepared soil for planting by tilling or plowing fields.
- Weeded gardens or crop areas by hand or with hoes.
- Repaired irrigation systems to ensure adequate water supply to crops.
- Sprayed fertilizers or herbicides on plants according to instructions.
- Collected eggs from poultry houses.
- Assisted in the sorting of produce at harvest time.
- Ensured proper disposal of animal waste materials.
- Recorded data related to activities such as number of animals sold or harvested yields.
- Inspected crops regularly for signs of disease or pests.
- Cleaned out stalls, pens and barns to maintain a hygienic environment.
- Provided assistance during calving season by ensuring newborn calves were healthy and had access to food and water.
- Kept records of seed purchases, fertilizer applications, pesticide use.
- Assisted with maintenance and repair activities to keep buildings and equipment in safe and proper condition.
- Watered and fed livestock and cleaned pens and enclosures to maintain farm animal health.
- Repaired buildings, fences and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
- Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver fresh products to market or storage facilities.
- Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
- Sprayed fertilizer or pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus and weed growth.
- Observed and listened to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions.
- Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
- Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales and enclosures.
- Harvested vegetables to make ready for sale and consumption by picking, cleaning and packing with labels.
- Completed harvesting activities using harvesters, tractors and other heavy equipment.
- Attached plows, sprayers or harvesters to tractors with bolts or hand tools.
- Transplanted plants and planted new seeds according to determined size of crop.
- Loaded and unloaded feed, chemicals and equipment from trucks.
- Removed roots, rocks and debris from field in preparation for planting.
- Operated tractors and other farm equipment to plow fields, dig ditches and move trees.
- Installed, cleaned and maintained irrigation equipment to maximize functionality.
- Planted and watered seeds using hand watering and irrigation systems.
- Monitored and adjusted irrigation systems, properly distributing water according to crop needs.
- Harvested and inspected crops by hand for quality purposes.
- Sprayed chemicals with self-propelled sprayer on plants and harvest crops.
- Examined livestock for signs of injury and disease.
- Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Mulched and fertilized crops to improve yield.
- Cut and split wood for cold weather heating purposes.
- Directed and monitored work of casual and seasonal help during planting and harvesting.
Education
Business JLP - Business
Spar Business School
Pinetown,RSA12-2006
B ED - Middle School Teaching
Potchefstroom University
Potchefstroom,Northwest,RSA02-2004
High School Diploma -
Volksrust High School
Volksrust,Mpumalanga11-1999
Skills
- General Maintenance
- Crop Planning
- Crop Management
- Farm Operations Management
- Harvesting
- Budget Management
- Supply Management
- Labor Management
- Cultivation
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Safety Procedures
- Crop Rotation
- Worker Training
- Customer Relations
- Livestock Husbandry
- Farm Equipment Maintenance
- Grounds Maintenance
- Pest Control
- Budget Development
- Cattle farming
- Heavy equipment operations
- Sustainable Agriculture
Websites
Timeline
Farmer
Jakkalsroep Farm
03.2020 - Current
Business Owner
Botha Nm Enterprises
02.2018 - 08.2020
Teacher
The Gateway school
07.2014 - 12.2017
Manager
Spar Windsor
10.2005 - 07.2014
General Farm Hand
Kromdraai,Koedoeskop,Potchefstroom
01.1997 - 12.2003
Business JLP - Business
Spar Business School
B ED - Middle School Teaching
Potchefstroom University
High School Diploma -
Volksrust High School
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