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Vuyisa Gugushe

Mbombela

Summary

Agricultural Engineering expert with strong analytical skills and dedication to innovative solutions. Proven track record in optimising farm equipment, irrigation systems, and crop management practices. Skilled in team collaboration, adapting to changing conditions, and achieving tangible results. Highly reliable and focused on driving productivity and sustainability in agricultural operations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Agricultural Engineer and Project Manager

Yola General Trading (Pty) Ltd
05.2018 - Current
  • Project Planning, Supervision, and Management
  • Topographical Surveying and Mapping
  • Design of Water Reticulation Systems
  • Design of Irrigation Systems
  • Design of Subsurface Drainage Systems

Agricultural Engineer and Sales Representative

Illustra Civil and Agriculture
06.2017 - 04.2018
  • Project Planning, Supervision, and Management
  • Topographical Surveying and Mapping
  • Design of Water Reticulation Systems
  • Design of Irrigation Systems
  • Prospecting of Customers
  • Maintenance of Customer Records and Information Feedback
  • Provide Sales Services

Agricultural Engineer

Luriware Consulting Engineers Pty (Ltd)
07.2016 - 05.2017
  • Preliminary Project Investigations
  • Contract Administration and Documentation
  • Design of Animal Production and Support Infrastructure
  • Design of Hydrological Structures
  • Design of Water Reticulation Systems
  • Project Planning, Supervision, and Management

Engineer Intern

Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
02.2016 - 06.2016
  • Dam Design and Report Compilation
  • Formulation of Fence Specifications and Norms
  • Topographical Surveying and Mapping
  • Key Responsibilities

Student Engineer

Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Agrarian Reform
12.2013 - 01.2014
  • Conduction of Fence Installation Training to Locals
  • Site Assessment
  • Infrastructure Rehabilitation Report Writing

Education

BSc - Agricultural Engineer

University of KwaZulu Natal
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal
01.2015

Skills

  • Engineering Tools: Autodesk AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Inventor, Revit, CFD Viewer, Model Maker
  • Global Information System (GIS) Tools: ArcGIS, Global Mapper
  • Hydrology Tools: Pitman, Visual SCS, ACRU 4
  • Surveying Tools: Global Positioning System (GPS) Machine, Total Station, Theodolite, Dumpy Level
  • Business Software Tools: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Projects, Adobe Reader

Personal Details

Fluent English, IsiXhosa, IsiZulu, and seSotho

References

Tendai, Mutenje, Chief Engineer, (+27) 071 217 9756, Luriware Consulting Engineers

Professional Development

  • Registered as a Candidate Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
  • Graduate Member of the South African Institute of Agricultural Engineers (SAIAE)
  • Attend SAIAE Symposiums, Branch Meetings, and Tours

Timeline

Agricultural Engineer and Project Manager

Yola General Trading (Pty) Ltd
05.2018 - Current

Agricultural Engineer and Sales Representative

Illustra Civil and Agriculture
06.2017 - 04.2018

Agricultural Engineer

Luriware Consulting Engineers Pty (Ltd)
07.2016 - 05.2017

Engineer Intern

Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
02.2016 - 06.2016

Student Engineer

Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Agrarian Reform
12.2013 - 01.2014

BSc - Agricultural Engineer

University of KwaZulu Natal
Vuyisa Gugushe