Hendrik Petrus Jacobus Labuschagne
North West,South Africa
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Silage
Self Employed
, South Africa
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Grain Cart Operator
Self Employed
, South Africa
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Operated grain cart to transport and unload grain from combine harvester into storage bins or trucks;.
- Assisted in the preparation of equipment for field operations, including checking hydraulic fluid levels, lubricating moving parts, and ensuring safety guards were in place;.
- Monitored grain cart operation during harvesting process to ensure proper speed and smoothness of operation;.
- Inspected grain cart before each use to identify any damage or malfunctioning components;.
- Followed specific instructions from supervisors regarding where to unload harvested grain;.
- Communicated with other personnel involved in harvesting process to coordinate activities;.
- Kept work area clean and organized at all times by performing regular housekeeping duties;.
- Interacted with customers in a polite and professional manner when loading and unloading harvested materials onto trucks;.
Combine Operator
Self Employed
, South Africa
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Operated the combine harvester to cut and collect crops such as wheat, oats, barley and other grains.
- Adjusted settings on the machine according to crop type and condition of land.
- Checked that all safety features were in place before operating the combine.
- Followed field maps and GPS coordinates to ensure proper harvesting coverage.
- Troubleshot minor issues with the combine to reduce downtime during harvest.
- Inspected equipment for any signs of wear or damage prior to use.
- Performed regular maintenance on the combine including oil changes, filter replacements.
- Loaded harvested crops into trucks for transport to storage facilities or processing plants.
- Assisted in unloading supplies from delivery trucks at job sites.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while operating the combine harvester.
- Cleaned up spilled grain around the combine harvester during harvest operations.
- Ensured that all components of the machine were securely fastened before starting it up.
Fabrication Welder
Self Employed
, South Africa
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
Carpenter Foreman
Self Employed
South Africa
02.2014 - 07.2018
- Ensured safety protocols were adhered to on all job sites, prepared work schedules and delegated tasks accordingly.
- Provided technical guidance to carpenters as needed, monitored progress of assigned projects and addressed any issues that arose.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of a team of carpenters to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner.
Skills
- Task prioritization
- Decision-making
- Self-Directed
- Excellent communication
- Analytical
- [Area of certification] certified
Languages
English
Professional
Afrikaans
Professional
Timeline
Grain Cart Operator
Self Employed
01.2024 - 03.2024
Silage
Self Employed
02.2023 - 10.2024
Combine Operator
Self Employed
02.2023 - 02.2024
Fabrication Welder
Self Employed
01.2022 - 01.2024
Carpenter Foreman
Self Employed
02.2014 - 07.2018
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