Bright Sithole

Operations Manager, Tactical Site Manager and Poultry Farming Specialist with 15+ years of experience in Breeder Poultry Production and 4+ in high-risk security management, armed response, and tactical operations across private sector and agricultural environments. Former 1st Lieutenant with elite military training, specialising in rural and urban surveillance and rapid-response interventions. Proven leader in high-pressure environments, with expertise in managing large-scale operational security strategies, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring incident-free protection for high-value assets.

Passionate, self-motivated, performance driven and ensuring the highest quality/hygiene standards are always maintained. Good administrative skills and ability to control documents. Pro-active and able to work accurately and independently.

Establish and maintain biosecurity protocols, to safeguard flock health and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Maintaining the company's assets and constantly striving to improve results. Work efficiently in a team environment with dedication and patience.

Maintaining

Risk control, Occupational Health, Environmental control and Animal welfare requirements and standards as per relevant legislation and Standard Operating practices. Maintaining production standards in terms of quality and volumes. Adhering to Health and Safety requirements.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPI's) and implement corrective actions as needed to achieve operational targets. Strong leadership and team-building skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Able to work under pressure with a pro-active approach to problem solving and operational challenges. Passionate for people and animals and adaptable to changing environments. Computer skills (Ms Excel Intro and Microsoft Excel Intermediate).

Extensive background in poultry farm production management, safety compliance, and crisis response. Renowned for operational discipline, strategic risk assessment, and enhancing security readiness through targeted training and process improvement.

Operations Manager - Tower City Trading (Sambane Multi Project PTY LTD)

(2026-01)

• Manage reporting, data collection, and oversee arrest procedures.
• Develop, implement and manage an annual plan for the all the farming operations, staffing, and financial plans with the support of the Executive Directors and the management team.
• Lead all aspects of crop production, including soil management and field preparation, greenhouse seeding and seedling management, direct seeding, weeding, irrigation, harvesting and post-harvest handling of produce.
• Lead the distribution and marketing of the farm produce, improve upon and implement fertility, weed, pest and disease management plans. Create and manage an annual farm budget, track and adjust income and expense
• Oversee all security-related issues on client sites to ensure safety and compliance.
• Motivate and foster teamwork among security personnel.
• Conduct drill procedures and deliver training sessions.
• Perform guard inspections and issue necessary gear and weapons.
• Schedule guard duties and prepare duty timetables.
• Monitor guards on duty to maintain compliance and operational performance.
• Manage all hospital cleaners ensuring that they are key defenders against infection. Ensuring staff safety, and overall hospital hygiene by adhering to strict cleaning protocols.

Tactical Site Manager - Personal Protection Specialists (PPS)

(2024-03)

• Manage reporting, data collection, and oversee arrest procedures.
• Oversee all security-related issues on client sites to ensure safety and compliance.
• Motivate and foster teamwork among security personnel.
• Conduct drill procedures and deliver training sessions.
• Perform guard inspections and issue necessary gear and weapons.
• Schedule guard duties and prepare duty timetables.
• Monitor guards on duty to maintain compliance and operational performance.

Farm Manager - Rainbow Chicken Farms

(2019-01 - 2024-02)

• Managing multiple farms to achieve production targets while minimizing costs.
• Coordinating operational planning, placements, and depletions with Agricultural Planning for optimal production.
• Preparing farms to receive chicks following best operating practices (BOP).
• Calculating and issuing feed and water to meet nutritional needs.
• Overseeing chick grading processes.
• Ensuring ventilation and lighting systems function properly to maintain production levels.
• Managing budgets and working within financial limits to meet targets.
• Supervising and coaching team members to meet farm and strategic objectives.
• Managing staff overtime and shift schedules to maintain compliance.

Armed Response Officer - National Security

(2017-11 - 2018-12)

Rapid response

1st Lieutenant - Milites Dei Academy

(2017-02 - 2017-05)

• Led and supervised lower-ranking personnel, ensuring discipline, cohesion, and operational readiness across all assigned duties.
• Conducted detailed reporting and data collection, while managing and coordinating arrests in accordance with academy protocols.
• Oversaw the induction of new students, providing guidance on rules, regulations, and expectations to ensure smooth integration into the academy environment.
• Assisted in the delivery of both basic and advanced survival training, equipping students with the skills necessary for challenging tactical operations.
• Managed and monitored daily bungalow duties, maintaining high standards of order, cleanliness, and discipline.
• Directed and evaluated drill procedures and guard inspections to uphold operational efficiency and readiness.
• Issued and accounted for gear and weapons used in guarding operations, ensuring proper handling and security.
• Developed and maintained guard duty rosters, coordinating schedules to meet security requirements and operational demands.
• Monitored guards during active duty to ensure compliance with established procedures and performance standards.
• Organised and chaired weekly student meetings to address operational concerns, communicate updates, and reinforce teamwork within the academy.

Foundation Leadership Programme - Leadership - Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (2013)

Certificate - Hatchery Management - KwaZulu-Natal Poultry Institute (2013)

Certificate - Microsoft Excel 2010 Introduction - Added Advantage Academy (2010)

Certificate - Microsoft Excel Intermediate - Added Advantage Academy (2015)

Certificate - Initiating Disciplinary Action - Braniquel & Associates

Certificate - Managing Poor Performance & Incapacity - Braniquel & Associates

Certificate - Incident Investigation & First Aid Level 1 - Risk Management Consultants

Certificate - Workplace Safety & Hotwork Permit - Risk Management Consultants

Certificate - Accident/Incident Investigation, Hazardous Material Awareness, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA), Emergency Evacuation Procedures - Action Training Academy

Certificate - Occupational Health and Safety Act, Hazard Identification, Incident Investigation - RCL Foods

Matric - IsiZulu, English, Physical Science, Biology, Agricultural Science - Amakholwa High School (2003)