Brandon Donaldson
Inverurie,United Kingdom
Summary
Resourceful professional with motivational approach, eager to transition into managerial role. Demonstrates strong leadership and problem-solving skills, coupled with keen ability to drive team performance and foster collaboration. Poised to deliver impactful results, enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Yard Supervisor
Aberdeen & Northern Marts
2026.04 - Current
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure continuous coverage.
- Managed conflict resolution among staff members, maintaining a harmonious working environment.
- Implemented accident prevention measures; significantly reduced workplace incidents.
- Managed inventory, resulted in reduced waste and overstock issues.
- Delegated tasks efficiently among staff, optimising workload distribution.
- Supervised loading and unloading operations for smooth workflow.
- Improved safety standards with regular equipment inspections.
- Liaised with management regularly; provided updates on yard operations and progress towards goals.
- Loaded and unloaded deliveries, verifying quantity and quality requirements against paperwork.
Manager
St Ives Lodge
2025.01 - 2026.04
- Responsible for the full operational management of a multi-function hospitality business, overseeing staff performance, service delivery, compliance, and cost control.
- The role requires hands-on leadership, operational decision-making, and coordination of suppliers to ensure consistent service standards, efficient operations, and a high-quality customer experience across lodge, venue, and restaurant functions.
Farmer
Riverport Trading
2022.01 - 2025.01
- Held end-to-end responsibility for mixed farming operations, with a focus on production planning, execution, and labour leadership.
- Managed crop, livestock, and irrigation systems in line with seasonal cycles, ensuring operational efficiency, productivity, and effective use of resources across the farming enterprise.
Farm Manager
Caine Bros Farming
2015.01 - 2022.01
- Managed day-to-day operations of a mixed farming enterprise over an extended period, with responsibility for livestock, crops, irrigation systems, infrastructure, and workforce supervision.
- Played a key role in maintaining operational continuity, asset upkeep, and productivity while supporting budgeting, stock control, and long-term farm functionality.
Catering Supervisor / Chef
Camperdown Country Club
2013.01 - 2015.01
- Provided front-line supervision within a hospitality and service environment, overseeing staff, stock control, and daily operations.
- Gained early management experience in financial controls, administration, kitchen operations, and facility management, building a strong foundation in structured operations and people supervision.
Chef
Fern Hill Hotel
2011.01 - 2012.12
- Supervised all kitchen staff to maintain high quality standards.
- Led successful catering events provided excellent dining experiences for guests.
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Improved customer satisfaction by creating innovative and appetising menu items.
Education
Diploma - Professional Cookery & Hotel Management
Fern Hill Hotel (School & College)
2011.01 - 2012.01
Matric (Grade 12) - Agricultural studies with practical farming exposure
Weston Agricultural College
2006.01 - 2010.01
Skills
- Computer Literate
- ERP Systems
- Farm & Business Operations
- Irrigation Systems
- Livestock Management
- Crops & Pastures: Establishment, Rotation & Management
- Machinery Operation & Basic Mechanical Skills
- Inventory control understanding
- Adaptable decision-making
- Stock management software usage
- Efficient equipment handling
- Repair maintenance understanding
- Budgeting proficiency
- Equipment maintenance knowledge
- Safety gear usage
- Stock level monitoring
- Machinery operation
- Manual handling
- Warehouse logistics
- Driving licence
- Inventory storage
Certification
- Agricultural Management Certificate
- Animal Handling and Logistics
- Damview Brahmans Course
- Simmentaler Course
- Artificial Insemination Certificate
- Wool Classification Certificate
- Labour Management
- Beekeeping
- Tractor Management
Languages
English
IsiZulu
Afrikaans
In Conclusion
I am always looking for new challenges to test my skills, I would appreciate any opportunity to work for a company who believes i can make a career within their business. I would like to extend into hospitality, retail and sales
I am a hard working, Motivated and Passionate individual who intends in giving everything to making a successful career in something i enjoy.
I have relocated here from South Africa and i Have a valid UK passport that entitles me to work within the United Kingdom.
I am not bound to any place and i am flexible to relocate anywhere in the United Kingdom, If you can offer housing, or accommodation, that would be great, otherwise i can always rent near to work.
Please consider my application as i am currently seeking employment in any sector
Timeline
Yard Supervisor
Aberdeen & Northern Marts
2026.04 - Current
Manager
St Ives Lodge
2025.01 - 2026.04
Farmer
Riverport Trading
2022.01 - 2025.01
Farm Manager
Caine Bros Farming
2015.01 - 2022.01
Catering Supervisor / Chef
Camperdown Country Club
2013.01 - 2015.01
Chef
Fern Hill Hotel
2011.01 - 2012.12
Diploma - Professional Cookery & Hotel Management
Fern Hill Hotel (School & College)
2011.01 - 2012.01
Matric (Grade 12) - Agricultural studies with practical farming exposure
Weston Agricultural College
2006.01 - 2010.01