John Snyman
Pretoria
Summary
Dynamic Farmer with a proven track record at Buisfontein Boerdery, driving increased crop yields through advanced irrigation strategies and effective performance management. Skilled in farm equipment operation and maintenance, while fostering a motivated and collaborative team culture. Adept at optimizing operations, ensuring safety compliance, and boosting both productivity and profitability.
Dedicated and hardworking agricultural professional with over 10 years of hands-on farm management experience. Strong expertise in relationship-building, multitasking, and organizational efficiency. Proficient in maintaining farmland, equipment, and facilities to ensure long-term sustainability and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Farm Manager
Buisfontein Boerdery (Farms)
02.2014 - 11.2024
- Led team of 8 farm personnel.
- Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest for 3 000 Peacan Nut Trees.
- Installed and maintained drip irrigation system.
- Operated and maintained pivot irrigation system.
- General farm maintenance, fencing, security measures and farm machinery maintenance, i.e. tractors, planters and vehicles.
- Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and veterinary consultations.
- Oversaw 120 sheep, feeding, breeding, tagging, birth assist and overall health.
- Oversaw 20 breeding pigs, feeding, breeding, tagging, birth assist and overall health.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Enhanced crop yield by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization techniques.
- Fostered a positive work culture that motivated employees to excel in their roles while also reducing turnover rates.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
- Set up and managed plant irrigation systems to maintain optimal flows to different types of plants.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Technical High School Pretoria Tuine
Pretoria 04.2001 -
Skills
Farm equipment operation
20 years experience on petrol and diesel mechanics
Performance management
Farm operations
Overseeing employees
Irrigation system
Crop inspection
Crop management
Equipment operation
Fertilizer application
Controlling pests
Inventory management
Pest control
Crop rotation
Mechanical Maintenance
Timeline
Farm Manager
Buisfontein Boerdery (Farms)
02.2014 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
The Technical High School Pretoria Tuine
04.2001 -
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