Senior Horticulture Supervisor | Nursery & Propagation | Garden & Estate Operations
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Hands-on horticultural, agricultural and operations professional with extensive practical experience in nursery production, greenhouse operations, plant propagation, crop production, estate maintenance, stock control, pest and disease management, pesticide and herbicide application, Health & Safety and team leadership. Experienced supervising teams of 5–20 staff while delivering practical leadership, operational reporting and high horticultural standards. Recognised by the Department of Agriculture with a Certificate of Merit for contributions during the 2005 HPAI response.
Horticultural & Agricultural Consultant - Sowntoshare Plants & Agriculture
(2012-01)
Provide horticultural advice and practical support for vegetable and garden production. Support greenhouse and nursery activities, plant propagation, seasonal planting, basic irrigation scheduling, fertiliser programmes, pest and disease identification, record keeping and grower training. Experience with tomatoes, spinach, kale, beetroot, onions, leeks, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, brinjal, asparagus and maize.
Depot Manager - ALZU Feeds
(2014-01 - 2015-12)
Managed depot operations, monthly sales of R350,000–R600,000, procurement, merchandising, stock control, customer service, operational reporting and staff supervision while supporting farmers with agricultural product solutions.
Owner - Animal Accessory Business
(2008-01 - 2016-12)
Owned and managed a successful retail business with annual turnover exceeding R800,000. Managed purchasing, supplier relationships, budgeting, merchandising, stock control, customer service and staff.
Operations Leadership - Animal Welfare & Operations Leadership
(1989-01 - 2012-12)
Led operational teams of 5–20 staff, managed grounds and facility maintenance, equipment and vehicles, enforced PPE and Health & Safety standards, conducted toolbox talks, trained staff and prepared operational reports.
Stock Controller - Carters Nursery
(1983-01 - 1988-12)
Worked in greenhouse production and nursery operations. Assisted with plant propagation through seed sowing, cuttings and division, monitored germination, maintained nursery hygiene and plant quality, managed stock and inventory, applied pesticides and herbicides safely, operated tractors and trailers, and supported seasonal production.
