Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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General Information - Physical Address
Personal Information
Criminal Charges
References
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Alewyn Hugo

Alewyn Hugo

Mildura

Summary

I am a hardworking and dedicated person who aims to lead by example. I have excellent interpersonal skills and work ethic. My personal aim is to occupy a leadership position where I can inspire others to strive for and maintain quality service for the company.

Managing table grape farms for 15 years. Control of phytosanitary programs, managing fertilizers , irrigation. Administrative management, setting up monthly, weekly, and daily operational planning and setting up yearly budgets. Management of pack houses, developing and improve new variety practice’s do better yield and productivity.

15 years’ experience in the production of premium export grapes. Special interest and knowledgeable in new grape varieties, irrigation, and best practises to increase productivity. Goal orientated and adaptable to new challenges. Nurtures close relationships with staff and other technicians to facilitate communication across job functions.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Horticultural Technician/ Grower Relations

GrapeCo Australia
11.2022 - Current
  • Managing third party growers and look after their needs
  • Allocating their grapes to certain markets and see that the right packaging is used
  • See that all patches being pick is at the right MRL levels for each market
  • Helping them with pesticide and other sprays to get the best crop at the end
  • Be of technical advice on new and old varieties to obtain the best yield with exceptional quality
  • Help managing 261ha table grapes for premium export markets
  • This includes everything from pruning to harvest
  • I am also part of marketing team that is responsible for the procurement of grapes where needed to fill some programs.
  • Coordinated pest and weed control operations to improve yield of table grapes\citrus operations.
  • Adapted to changing circumstances in the field by staying current on industry trends and research findings through continuous professional development opportunities.


Head Manager

Eden and Uitkyk Farm, JD Kirsten Company (table grapes)
07.2019 - 10.2022
  • Managing 85ha of export table grapes of two units independently with 2 production managers second in charge
  • Responsible for general production practices, irrigation, thinning sprays, colouring sprays, all Q and A audits regarding UK supermarkets (BRC, Global Gap and Nature’s Choice) and general PR matters on farm
  • I am managing all the admin and working hours of 250 people in season time
  • Working closely with managing director to assure that we are staying ahead on latest trends regarding new varieties, productivity, and general farming equipment.
  • Boosted overall customer satisfaction through continuous improvement of service standards and staff training.
  • Achieved higher levels of employee engagement through effective communication, coaching, and recognition programs.

Farm Manager

Eden Farm, JD Kirsten Company (table grapes)
10.2018 - 06.2019
  • Managing 55ha of export table grapes independently with a production manager second in charge
  • Responsible for general production practices, irrigation, thinning sprays, colouring sprays, all audits regarding UK supermarkets (BRC, Global Gap and Nature’s Choice) and general PR matters on farm
  • Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
  • I am managing all the admin and working hours of 250 people in season time
  • Working closely with managing director to assure that we are staying ahead on latest trends regarding new varieties, productivity, and general farming equipment.

Farm Managers

Eilandia Farm, Mooigezicht Estate (table grapes)
06.2011 - 09.2018
  • Manager at Mooigezicht Estates 360ha, one of the largest table grape companies in Western Cape
  • Was responsible for 60ha
  • All the general production practices from pruning to harvest
  • Responsible for all chemical sprays, colour sprays, thinning sprays and pesticides
  • Managed all Q and A audits
  • Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations.
  • Enhanced crop yield by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization techniques.
  • I was responsible for all salaries of people working on my unit
  • I gained experience in seedless grapes with some of the best new varieties in the world
  • (IFG,Arra,Sunworld etc.)

Assistant Farm Manager

La Dauphine Farm, Mooigezicht Estate (table grapes)
08.2008 - 05.2011
  • Assistant manager at Mooigezicht Estates 360ha, one of the largest table grape companies in Western Cape
  • I was in charge of 45ha with senior manager Willem Visser leading the way
  • My duties included all general practices from pruning to packing
  • To communicate job threw to working force
  • Seeing that everything is done according to company policies.

Farm Manager

Witelsboom Farm (wine grapes, stone fruit)
05.2007 - 07.2008
  • Managed the 270ha of wine grapes, pears, and nectarines
  • Responsible for all production practices and harvesting
  • Controlled working force, irrigation, fertigation, and pesticides as well
  • Was a good steppingstone to the table grape industry.

Education

Diploma in Table Grape Farming -

Elsenburg Cape Institute for Agricultural training
01.2009

Grade 12 -

Paarl Boys High
01.2003

Skills

  • Communication
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Effective time management
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Self-motivation
  • Enjoy new challenges
  • Irrigation Techniques
  • Integrated Pest Management
  • Pruning Techniques

Languages

English

General Information - Physical Address

1242 Sturt Highway, Merbein South, Victoria,  3505

Personal Information

  • Health Status: Very Good
  • Date of Birth: 04/11/85
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Yes (code 10)South Africa
  • Marital Status: Married

Criminal Charges

None

References

  • Willem Visser, Previous Senior Manager, Mooigezicht Estate, +27 763 287 108
  • Stephan Nel, Arra Australia, +27 824 905 949
  • Francois Rossouw, Managing Director, Mooigezicht Estates, +27 825 734 581
  • De Witt Kampher, IFG South Africa, +27 829 969557

Timeline

Horticultural Technician/ Grower Relations

GrapeCo Australia
11.2022 - Current

Head Manager

Eden and Uitkyk Farm, JD Kirsten Company (table grapes)
07.2019 - 10.2022

Farm Manager

Eden Farm, JD Kirsten Company (table grapes)
10.2018 - 06.2019

Farm Managers

Eilandia Farm, Mooigezicht Estate (table grapes)
06.2011 - 09.2018

Assistant Farm Manager

La Dauphine Farm, Mooigezicht Estate (table grapes)
08.2008 - 05.2011

Farm Manager

Witelsboom Farm (wine grapes, stone fruit)
05.2007 - 07.2008

Diploma in Table Grape Farming -

Elsenburg Cape Institute for Agricultural training

Grade 12 -

Paarl Boys High
Alewyn Hugo