Thabo Enrique Mutsila
Bedford Gardens
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in the farming and green industry, I have gained extensive knowledge working with industry leaders, ranging from machinery suppliers to seed suppliers in the region. This has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the green industry and its environmental changes. My experience as a turfgrass farmer and manager at one of the largest suppliers in the Southern Hemisphere has equipped me with the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse age groups and cultures. Additionally, my time in the financial and insurance industry as a Financial Adviser has further expanded my knowledge and honed my skills in sales. I am eager to bring my fresh perspective and enthusiasm for learning to your organization. Choosing me for this position will not disappoint.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Financial Advisor
LIBERTY
01.2023 - Current
- I am currently working under liberty as an accredited PFA (Personal Financial Advisor) specialising in Lon-term Financial planning, Retirement planning, Investments and Long-term Insurance
- As a financial advisor I am required to outsource and engage new prospective clients into the business so we do similar work to sales representatives and also do our own marketing with the support of resources and tools from the marketing department in the company
EJ Landscapes and Garden Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Responsible for overseeing every project from Johannesburg, East Rand and Pretoria
- From the physical work of planting and maintenance to handling enquiries and quotes
- Attending to problems and problem solving and overseeing all stages of project life cycle
- Managing project development from initiation to closing Work with stakeholders to complete project outlining scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget, and timing
Manager
Evergreen Turf
01.2015 - 01.2020
- I was responsible for the establishment, production, maintenance, sales, overseeing the workshop(breakdowns and repaired), sourcing new clientele, new suppliers(which saved time and money), worked at improving the living condition of the working stuff and many more
- We expanded our production and yield more harvest than before, growth in sales while introducing more ways of attracting new clients from different provinces as well
- Started supporting local initiatives from the local community, from charities, local police station and local disadvantaged schools
- Worked with the local municipalities in the parks and sport divisions for rehabilitation of old sports grounds
- I was part of the research team that worked with the University of Georgia’s ITGAP for production of the new varieties of the Cynodon species which most are indigenous to South Africa, which some of the residential estates and sports facilities locally have since opted for
- I was also part of the planning of our annual Turf day which accommodates every player in the green industry from supplies, local government, municipalities and several universities in the country
- I was also responsible for giving student educational tours
Sales
Evergreen Turf
01.2014 - 01.2015
- For a period of 8month at the Pretoria Branch I was responsible for sales overall, from doing invoices, quotes and orders
- I’m good with Sage pastel software
Production and Sales
Evergreen Turf
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Was responsible for examining different species of grass (lawn), treatment of different diseases and contamination
- Herbicides and pesticides applications, as well as determining the different production periods
- And many more duties that came with it
Education
Matric NQF Level 4 -
St Marks College
Computer Studies - undefined
PC Training and Business College
Turf Management - undefined
Pennstate University
Class of Business Investments - undefined
MILPARK
Class of Business Long-term Insurance - undefined
MILPARK
First Aid - undefined
Fire Fighting - undefined
Skills
Excellent communication skills
Proficient in Sage pastel software
Fluent in 7 official languages (English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Sotho, Pedi, Venda, Tswana)
Client relationship building
Financial goal setting
Sales skills
Microsoft Excel
Teamwork and collaboration
Customer service
Problem-solving
Time management
Client confidentiality
Problem-solving abilities
Honest and dependable
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication
Decision-making
Self motivation
Time management abilities
Verbal and written communication
Critical thinking
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Conflict resolution
Timeline
Personal Financial Advisor
LIBERTY
01.2023 - Current
EJ Landscapes and Garden Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
Manager
Evergreen Turf
01.2015 - 01.2020
Sales
Evergreen Turf
01.2014 - 01.2015
Production and Sales
Evergreen Turf
01.2012 - 01.2014
Computer Studies - undefined
PC Training and Business College
Turf Management - undefined
Pennstate University
Class of Business Investments - undefined
MILPARK
Class of Business Long-term Insurance - undefined
MILPARK
First Aid - undefined
Fire Fighting - undefined
Matric NQF Level 4 -
St Marks College