Good day,
I am a South African citizen with roughly 6-7 years of farming experience in the United States.
I’m currently in South Africa, my family and I would like to leave South Africa and immigrate to Australia. I am 31 years old and my wife is 34 and we have a 6 year old boy.
Thank you so much.
Best regards:
Nick Kühn
I am a South African citizen with roughly 6-7 years of farming experience in the United States.
I’m currently in South Africa, my family and I would like to leave South Africa and immigrate to Australia. I am 31 years old and my wife is 34 and we have a 6 year old boy.
Thank you so much.
Best regards:
Nick Kühn
Here is a brief summary of some of my experience.
More is detailed in the two resumes I have submitted.
I worked for a custom harvesting company in the States for 2-3 years operating a combine harvester and grain cart and driving truck. I also did general farm work operating big tractors and machines like pay loaders and excavators on the farm.
I also worked for a dairy in Inwood, Iowa in the States where I was a milk transport manager, we transported 300 tons of milk to near by cheese factory. I was in charge of the feeding of 12 000 cows where I had 5 feeder guys under me and I myself was also feeding.
I have a total of around 6-7 years farming experience in the United States in various sectors of farming.
I have a South African code 14 drivers license and I also had a CDL (commercial drivers license) in the States.
I have a lot of experience hauling over sized loads, tractors, pay loaders, combines and big hay bales
More is detailed in the two resumes I have submitted.
I worked for a custom harvesting company in the States for 2-3 years operating a combine harvester and grain cart and driving truck. I also did general farm work operating big tractors and machines like pay loaders and excavators on the farm.
I also worked for a dairy in Inwood, Iowa in the States where I was a milk transport manager, we transported 300 tons of milk to near by cheese factory. I was in charge of the feeding of 12 000 cows where I had 5 feeder guys under me and I myself was also feeding.
I have a total of around 6-7 years farming experience in the United States in various sectors of farming.
I have a South African code 14 drivers license and I also had a CDL (commercial drivers license) in the States.
I have a lot of experience hauling over sized loads, tractors, pay loaders, combines and big hay bales
NIKOLAI KUHN
- Dedicated, well-developed leader in farming operations and maintenance.
- 10+ years of experience working within diverse company environments and generating efficiency and accuracy in regard to project deadlines and overall job performance.
- Consistent results in building strong relationships with fellow employees as a motivated trainer and collaborative problem solver.
- Track record of excellent service with a strong personality and a reputation for reliable management. Eager learning aptitude with excellent language skills in Afrikaans and English.
PROFILE / RESUME
NIKOLAI KUHN
Dedicated, well-developed leader in farming operations and maintenance with 10+ years of experience working within diverse company environments and generating efficiency and accuracy in regard to project deadlines and overall job performance. Consistent results in building strong relationships with fellow employees as a motivated trainer and collaborative problem solver. Track record of excellent service with a strong personality and a reputation for reliable management. Eager learning aptitude with excellent language skills in Afrikaans and English.
VALUE OFFERED
❑ Strategic Route Management
❑ Dedicated Work Ethic
❑ Project Safety & Efficiency
❑ Diversified Industry Training
❑ Efficient Planning & Operations
❑ Vehicle Sales Experience
❑ Organized Budgeting & Reports
❑ Excellent Communications
❑ Engaged Peer Relationships CAREER HIGHLIGHTS FOREIGN EXCHANGE TRADER,GEORGE,WC, 2024–
PRESENT
MEADOWVALE DAIRY,Rock Valley, IA, 2022 - 2024 Feed OperationsAssistant Manager & Milk Transport Manager Hired to utilize feeding distribution proficiency and milk transport efficiency for the region’s largest dairy and to ensure that operations are handled in a safe and efficient manner according to company guidelines. Manage and transport 300 tons of milk to a near by cheese factory every 24 hours using a total of 4 trucks including drivers. Distribute and process 500 tons of feed mix to a total of 10 000 milk cows every 24 hours. Both feed and milk operations is facilitated by state of the art loading and unloading weight technology. Managed to quickly adapt in a fast paced environment which required ample self-motivation and zero margin for error.
GLAMCOR MOTORS,Gauteng, South Africa, 2021 - 2022 Owner Owned a small sized car dealership which specialized within the rent-to-own market with up to 15 vehicles on hand at any given time. Employed an eight-member staff with responsibility for precise scheduling of employee workflows and customer deadlines. Managed vehicle reconditioning to ensure a sales worthy appearance. Planned and set unit targets for sales staff. Generated a spreadsheet to track and organize all expenses and income. Facilitated meetings with potential buyers and sellers. Led training session for all staff members. Achieved business success and growth despite difficulties due to COVID and economic pressures.
JOSH SCHMIDT (SCHMIDT BROTHERS FARMS), Sioux Falls, SD, 2018 - 2021 Farm Equipment Operator & Truck Driver Hired to lead and operate a crew of combine harvesters, grain cart & trucks for a custom farm which operated across a four-state region. Ensured that all grain loads were delivered with speed and accuracy and communicated closely with grain elevators regarding delivery time and location. Maintained and serviced combines, trucks and tractors. Developed expertise in hauling over-sized loads such as heavy farm equipment and hay bales. Greenstar autosteer was utilized in all farm equipment.
Worked an average of 180 hours every two weeks for seven months and received multiple pay raises.
Boosted company productivity and built strong relationships with fellow employees.
GBLANDBRUG SERVICES,Mpumalanga, South Africa, 2018 Truck Driver & Manager Managed trucking operations for a small company which accommodated side dumps and water tankers. Maintained vehicle mechanics and instructed other drivers in proper loading/unloading of equipment. Ensured safe and legal compliance of vehicle usage. Contacted and met with freight brokers.
Achieved exceptional business feat by landing a cross border contract to transport chrome.
Improved fuel efficiency through use of targeted driving techniques. (Continued) Chasley, ND, 2017 Truck Driver & Farm Equipment Operator
Achieved success in reaching critical deadlines in field preparation before planting season and efficiently learned the operational systems and needs of the business within a short period of time.
CLANWILLIAM TOYOTA, Clanwilliam, South Africa, 2016 - 2017 Vehicle Sales Executive
Maintained tight deadlines and strict targets outlined by management with full administration of vehicle sales.
DIFFIE AUTO, Potgietersrus, South Africa, 2015 - 2016 Vehicle Sales Executive
Expanded business and grew sales across the entire country, managing fellow executives and resolving emerging sales issues through carefully planned meetings.
ROOIWATER FARMING, Gauteng, South Africa, 2015 Owner
Recognized a major need in the chicken industry and delivered 2.5K chickens per week to a supply chain company with full oversight of market partnerships, salary, bookkeeping, and tax compliance. REGGIE
HOUSER FARMS &HARVESTING, Royce City, TX, 2014 Truck Driver & Grain Cart Operator
Operated grain cart and driving truck with steadfast efficiency and acquired thousands of miles in driving experience.
JOHN DEER FRANCHISE, Oudtshoorn, South Africa, 2013 - 2014 Apprentice
Increased productivity in regard to tractor services and received remarks of superior performance from direct supervisor after only three days on the job with immediate offer of full-time employment.
Farm Machine Operator, JEFF PAPLOW HARVESTING, Roscoe, SD, 2012 Apprentice, OUDTSHOORN FORD, Oudtshoorn, South Africa, 2011-2012 ACADEMIC BACKGROUND - PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS -
TECHNICAL SKILLS
High School Diploma Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Code 14 Driver’s License (EC) John Deere Mechanical Training, Level 1 Toyota Sales Course Microsoft Excel
Dedicated, well-developed leader in farming operations and maintenance with 10+ years of experience working within diverse company environments and generating efficiency and accuracy in regard to project deadlines and overall job performance. Consistent results in building strong relationships with fellow employees as a motivated trainer and collaborative problem solver. Track record of excellent service with a strong personality and a reputation for reliable management. Eager learning aptitude with excellent language skills in Afrikaans and English.
VALUE OFFERED
❑ Strategic Route Management
❑ Dedicated Work Ethic
❑ Project Safety & Efficiency
❑ Diversified Industry Training
❑ Efficient Planning & Operations
❑ Vehicle Sales Experience
❑ Organized Budgeting & Reports
❑ Excellent Communications
❑ Engaged Peer Relationships CAREER HIGHLIGHTS FOREIGN EXCHANGE TRADER,GEORGE,WC, 2024–
PRESENT
MEADOWVALE DAIRY,Rock Valley, IA, 2022 - 2024 Feed OperationsAssistant Manager & Milk Transport Manager Hired to utilize feeding distribution proficiency and milk transport efficiency for the region’s largest dairy and to ensure that operations are handled in a safe and efficient manner according to company guidelines. Manage and transport 300 tons of milk to a near by cheese factory every 24 hours using a total of 4 trucks including drivers. Distribute and process 500 tons of feed mix to a total of 10 000 milk cows every 24 hours. Both feed and milk operations is facilitated by state of the art loading and unloading weight technology. Managed to quickly adapt in a fast paced environment which required ample self-motivation and zero margin for error.
GLAMCOR MOTORS,Gauteng, South Africa, 2021 - 2022 Owner Owned a small sized car dealership which specialized within the rent-to-own market with up to 15 vehicles on hand at any given time. Employed an eight-member staff with responsibility for precise scheduling of employee workflows and customer deadlines. Managed vehicle reconditioning to ensure a sales worthy appearance. Planned and set unit targets for sales staff. Generated a spreadsheet to track and organize all expenses and income. Facilitated meetings with potential buyers and sellers. Led training session for all staff members. Achieved business success and growth despite difficulties due to COVID and economic pressures.
JOSH SCHMIDT (SCHMIDT BROTHERS FARMS), Sioux Falls, SD, 2018 - 2021 Farm Equipment Operator & Truck Driver Hired to lead and operate a crew of combine harvesters, grain cart & trucks for a custom farm which operated across a four-state region. Ensured that all grain loads were delivered with speed and accuracy and communicated closely with grain elevators regarding delivery time and location. Maintained and serviced combines, trucks and tractors. Developed expertise in hauling over-sized loads such as heavy farm equipment and hay bales. Greenstar autosteer was utilized in all farm equipment.
Worked an average of 180 hours every two weeks for seven months and received multiple pay raises.
Boosted company productivity and built strong relationships with fellow employees.
GBLANDBRUG SERVICES,Mpumalanga, South Africa, 2018 Truck Driver & Manager Managed trucking operations for a small company which accommodated side dumps and water tankers. Maintained vehicle mechanics and instructed other drivers in proper loading/unloading of equipment. Ensured safe and legal compliance of vehicle usage. Contacted and met with freight brokers.
Achieved exceptional business feat by landing a cross border contract to transport chrome.
Improved fuel efficiency through use of targeted driving techniques. (Continued) Chasley, ND, 2017 Truck Driver & Farm Equipment Operator
Achieved success in reaching critical deadlines in field preparation before planting season and efficiently learned the operational systems and needs of the business within a short period of time.
CLANWILLIAM TOYOTA, Clanwilliam, South Africa, 2016 - 2017 Vehicle Sales Executive
Maintained tight deadlines and strict targets outlined by management with full administration of vehicle sales.
DIFFIE AUTO, Potgietersrus, South Africa, 2015 - 2016 Vehicle Sales Executive
Expanded business and grew sales across the entire country, managing fellow executives and resolving emerging sales issues through carefully planned meetings.
ROOIWATER FARMING, Gauteng, South Africa, 2015 Owner
Recognized a major need in the chicken industry and delivered 2.5K chickens per week to a supply chain company with full oversight of market partnerships, salary, bookkeeping, and tax compliance. REGGIE
HOUSER FARMS &HARVESTING, Royce City, TX, 2014 Truck Driver & Grain Cart Operator
Operated grain cart and driving truck with steadfast efficiency and acquired thousands of miles in driving experience.
JOHN DEER FRANCHISE, Oudtshoorn, South Africa, 2013 - 2014 Apprentice
Increased productivity in regard to tractor services and received remarks of superior performance from direct supervisor after only three days on the job with immediate offer of full-time employment.
Farm Machine Operator, JEFF PAPLOW HARVESTING, Roscoe, SD, 2012 Apprentice, OUDTSHOORN FORD, Oudtshoorn, South Africa, 2011-2012 ACADEMIC BACKGROUND - PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS -
TECHNICAL SKILLS
High School Diploma Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Code 14 Driver’s License (EC) John Deere Mechanical Training, Level 1 Toyota Sales Course Microsoft Excel
RESUME WITH photos, summary of specific task AND VEHICLE EXPERIENCE
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