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Shallyn Chisango[ GENERAL FARM WORKER]
Pretoria
Summary
Hardworking and reliable fruit picker highly experienced in inspecting, selecting and harvesting healthy ripe fruit. Demonstrates solid knowledge of fruit varieties and determination of maturity. Extremely co-operative with great attention to detail.
Farm professional with comprehensive background in agricultural operations. Known for improving farm productivity while maintaining high standards. Reliable team player with focus on achieving goals and adapting to changing needs, proficient in crop management and machinery operation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
General Farm Worker
Tangaroa STRAWBERRY FARM
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the successful harvest of crops by operating various machinery and hand tools.
- Completed daily farm tasks according to established schedules, maintaining a steady workflow and meeting deadlines.
- Maintained farm equipment for optimal performance, reducing downtime and repair costs.
- Contributed to higher livestock health levels with consistent monitoring and care practices.
- Supported overall farm operation efficiency through effective communication with supervisors and team members.
- Conducted regular inspections for pests and diseases on plants; applied appropriate treatments to maintain overall plant health.
- Monitored weather conditions closely to make informed decisions about planting schedules and fieldwork adjustments as needed.
- Harvested crops at proper time for maximum yield and quality.
- Promoted and sold crops, livestock and other farm products to customers.
Fruit Picker
Mazoe Citrus Estates
01.2018 - 08.2023
- Identified, picked and sorted fruits according to size, type and ripeness
- Used hand tools, ladders and other equipment to complete assigned tasks efficiently
- Checked fruit for signs of diseases insects, reporting details to the supervisor
- Placed picked fruiting baskets, lining with protective wrapping
- Provided care to plants surrounding fruit picking areas
- Loaded and unloaded containers of fruit manually and with conveyors and hand trucks
- Performed light maintenance on harvesting equipment
- Inspected assigned fields to determine harvest availability
- Communicated with management to promote efficiency in daily operations
- Assessed needs of seasonal, annual and perennial plants and identified pests and other issues that could hinder growth
- Harvested oranges by hand to avoid damages
- Picked and arranged fruit following specified instructions.
- Harvested high volumes of ripe, quality fruits from fields and orchards.
Education
Diploma In Modern Applied Psychology -
Udemy
12.2022
High School Diploma -
Highfield High School
Harare, Zimbabwe12.2014
Skills
- Horticulture knowledge
- Harvesting condition knowledge
- Weeding and Watering
- Product location skills
- Farm equipment ethic
- Good work ethic
- Interpersonal and written communications
- Field scouting
- Pest control
- Fertilizer application
- Soil preparation
Timeline
General Farm Worker
Tangaroa STRAWBERRY FARM
01.2024 - Current
Fruit Picker
Mazoe Citrus Estates
01.2018 - 08.2023
Diploma In Modern Applied Psychology -
Udemy
High School Diploma -
Highfield High School
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