Sydney Keobakile Mocumi
Wellington,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and highly experienced farmer with over a decade of hands-on expertise in managing and transforming challenging farms into profitable operations. Proven success in implementing efficient farming practices, maximizing yields, and enhancing overall productivity. Skilled in managing resources, leading teams, and adapting to evolving agricultural trends. Eager to leverage my extensive experience to contribute to the growth and success of your farming operations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Manager
Aviagen Australia
Sydney, NSW
10.2024 - Current
Managing GP Breeder Farm.
Farm Manager
ProTen Holdings
Sydney, NSW
07.2024 - 09.2024
Managing Broiler Farm operation with capacity of 771 200 birds.
Assistant Farm Manager
Proten
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Assistant Farm Manager for the Broiler farm consists of 16 sheds at 48200 birds capacity per shed and farm capacity771 200 birds.
Farm manager Charwill Commercial Layers
Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd
08.2017 - 07.2023
- Managing Commercial Laying and free range Farm
Farm Manager at Morester Breeders
Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Managing Breeder and Rearing farm
Senior Farm Manager
RCL Foods
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Managing Commercial Broiler Farms, over600000 chickens in3 farms and more than30 employees
Farm manager Morester Breeders
Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd
05.2014 - 04.2016
- Managing Breeder and Rearing Farm
Supervisor at Eugendom Broiler farm
Pioneer Foods
03.2010 - 11.2012
- Supervising all activities on the Broiler farm
- Responsible for office administration and all farm activities
- Feed ordering, weekly reports and month end reports
- Plan chick placements and catching
- House preparation, brooding and vaccinations
Farm Supervisor at Bellevue Rearing Farm
Pioneer Foods
07.2008 - 02.2010
- Supervising all farm activities and reporting to the farm manager
- Responsible to produce good quality POL for layer farms
Trainee Supervisor at Silversands
Pioneer Foods
02.2007 - 06.2008
- Trainee supervisor on the Broiler farm
- House preparation, brooding, chick weighing, vaccinations and other activities on the farm such ground maintenance, H&S and biosecurity trainings
Education
Certificate of Completion - Business Management and Development
Gordon's Institute of Business Science
01.2020
Finance for Non-Financial Managers
Optimum Learning Technologies
01.2015
National Diploma - Animal Science/Production
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2006
Skills
- Communication Skills:
- Good verbal and written communication
- Active listening and clear articulation
- Ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences
- Building strong, positive relationships
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
- Creative and resourceful in tackling challenges
- Data-driven approach to problem resolution
Interpersonal Skills:
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking:
- Effective collaboration within cross-functional teams
- Ability to motivate and support team members
- Skilled in managing group dynamics for optimal performance
- Proven track record of leading and motivating teams
- Conflict management and fostering a positive team culture
- Delegating tasks and ensuring accountability
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools
Teamwork & Collaboration:
Leadership & People Management:
Computer Proficiency:
Languages
English Tswana Afrikaans Sotho Sepedi Isi Xhosa Isi Zulu
Hobbies and Interests
Fishing, hunting, walking and hiking
Timeline
Farm Manager
Aviagen Australia
10.2024 - Current
Farm Manager
ProTen Holdings
07.2024 - 09.2024
Assistant Farm Manager
Proten
12.2023 - 06.2024
Farm manager Charwill Commercial Layers
Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd
08.2017 - 07.2023
Farm Manager at Morester Breeders
Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd
11.2016 - 07.2017
Senior Farm Manager
RCL Foods
05.2016 - 10.2016
Farm manager Morester Breeders
Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd
05.2014 - 04.2016
Supervisor at Eugendom Broiler farm
Pioneer Foods
03.2010 - 11.2012
Farm Supervisor at Bellevue Rearing Farm
Pioneer Foods
07.2008 - 02.2010
Trainee Supervisor at Silversands
Pioneer Foods
02.2007 - 06.2008
Certificate of Completion - Business Management and Development
Gordon's Institute of Business Science
Finance for Non-Financial Managers
Optimum Learning Technologies
National Diploma - Animal Science/Production
Tshwane University of Technology