LOUKAS GEORGIOS PROVATARIS
UPINGTON,SOUTH AFRICA
Summary
Experienced agricultural professional with over 9 years of hands-on experience in livestock, vineyards, agricultural retail, equipment sales, and farm management. Skilled in sheep and cattle farming, vineyard operations, irrigation, fencing, welding, equipment operation, and supervising teams of up to 54 employees. Experienced in operating heavy machinery including forklifts, excavators, tractors, TLBs, ATVs, and Code 14 trucks. Strong background in agricultural parts sales, animal nutrition recommendations, customer service, and farm operations. Dedicated, hardworking, and committed to maintaining safe, productive, and efficient farming operations.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
FARM OPERATION SUPERVISOR
TURKSIVY BDY
Upington
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated daily farm operations to ensure optimal workflow and productivity.
- Managed and delegated tasks to a team of 54 employees, enhancing team efficiency.
- Perform hands-on work alongside employees.
- Managed sheep and cattle farming operations on-site.
- Vineyard management and maintenance.
- Provided support for cotton farming activities and tasks.
- Operate excavators, forklifts, trucks, tractors, and ATVs.
- Perform irrigation installation and maintenance.
- Build and repair fencing.
- Perform welding and general maintenance.
- Operate mowing equipment and maintain farm grounds.
- Load and unload farming equipment and materials.
- Ensure efficient and safe farm operations.
AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Kyle Carr Farms
Osceola, USA
08.2026 - 11.2026
- Operated tractors, and other farm equipment to plow, cultivate, and harvest crops.
- Operated tractors and other farm machinery for harvesting crops.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and repairs as needed.
- Inspected machinery to ensure proper functioning before use.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment on the farm.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate daily farm operations efficiently.
- Loaded agricultural products for transport to local markets. agricultural products for transport to local markets.
- Monitored crop health regularly to identify any potential issues. and reported issues to farm management promptly.
- Monitored soil conditions to determine when irrigation was necessary.
AGRICULTURAL & AUTOMOTIVE PARTS SALES SPECIALIST
Agricultural & Automotive Parts Sales Specialist
Upington
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Sold automotive, agricultural, and heavy equipment parts.
- Assisted customers with parts identification and technical advice.
- Sold ATVs and ATV parts.
- Sold Kubota and Mahindra tractors.
- Sold TLBs, excavators, and Heli forklifts.
- Supplied replacement parts for agricultural equipment.
- Visited farms to assist customers with parts and service requirements.
- Built long-term customer relationships.
- Assisted with technical troubleshooting.
AGRICULTURAL CLERK
Agri Mark Operations
Upington
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Recommended animal feed products to farmers.
- Mixed and prepared livestock feed.
- Sold agricultural products including fencing supplies.
- Operated forklifts for loading and unloading deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks.
- Managed inventory and stock control.
- Supervised a team of 14 employees.
- Operated Code 14 trucks when required.
- Delivered professional customer service to agricultural clients.
GENERAL FARM HAND
Atmar Farms
Upington
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Performed all aspects of daily sheep and cattle farming.
- Fed and cared for livestock.
- Built and repaired fences.
- Maintained farm equipment and facilities.
- Assisted with livestock handling and movement.
- Loaded and unloaded farming materials.
- General farm maintenance and manual labour.
Education
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
OXBRIDGE ACADEMY
UpingtonMATRIC -
HIGH SCHOOL DUINEVELD
UpingtonPUMP & IRRIGATION
AGRINET
UpingtonSkills
- Farm Operations Management
- Livestock Management
- Tractor Operation
- Agricultural Parts Sales
- Inventory Management
- Staff Supervision
- Animal Feed & Nutrition
- Irrigation Systems
- Team Leadership
Personal Information
- Title: FARM OPERATION MANAGER/AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/BUSINESS OWNER/PARTS & INVENTORY SPECIALIST
- Date of Birth: 1998-04-10
- Driving License: CODE B , CAR / SEMI TRUCK
- Availability: AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
- ID Number: 9804105109082
Certification
FIRST AIDER, CONFLICT MANAGEMENT, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, CUSTOMER SATISFACTION, PUMPS & IRRIGATION, STOCK MANAGEMENT, OPERATION MANAGEMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY REP, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, MATRIC NCS
LANGUAGES
- Title: FARM OPERATION MANAGER/AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/BUSINESS OWNER/PARTS & INVENTORY SPECIALIST
- Date of Birth: 1998-04-10
- Driving License: CODE B , CAR / SEMI TRUCK
- Availability: AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
- ID Number: 9804105109082
INTERESTS
- Title: FARM OPERATION MANAGER/AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/BUSINESS OWNER/PARTS & INVENTORY SPECIALIST
- Date of Birth: 1998-04-10
- Driving License: CODE B , CAR / SEMI TRUCK
- Availability: AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
- ID Number: 9804105109082
Timeline
AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Kyle Carr Farms
08.2026 - 11.2026
FARM OPERATION SUPERVISOR
TURKSIVY BDY
01.2024 - Current
AGRICULTURAL & AUTOMOTIVE PARTS SALES SPECIALIST
Agricultural & Automotive Parts Sales Specialist
01.2022 - 01.2024
AGRICULTURAL CLERK
Agri Mark Operations
01.2019 - 01.2022
GENERAL FARM HAND
Atmar Farms
01.2017 - 01.2019
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
OXBRIDGE ACADEMY
MATRIC -
HIGH SCHOOL DUINEVELD
PUMP & IRRIGATION
AGRINET