Humphrey Takudzwa

Agricultural Engineer

Harare, ZW.

About

An Accomplished Water Engineer with extensive experience at Maka Irrigation, specialising in CAD software utilisation and project management. Leveraged technical acumen to design innovative systems and facilitate seamless project execution. Recognised for enhancing efficiency and client satisfaction through strategic planning and effective communication resulting in reduction in project lead time.

Work

Comhold Services

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Irrigation Engineer

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

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Summary

Spearheaded the design, construction oversight, and technical support for irrigation systems in agricultural and landscaping projects, driving efficient water resource management.

Highlights

Designed and implemented irrigation, solar energy, and related infrastructure layouts for multiple agricultural and landscaping projects, enhancing water resource efficiency and project delivery.

Conducted detailed feasibility surveys utilizing GPS equipment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage field data collection and processing, ensuring project accuracy.

Generated comprehensive detailed designs, topographic maps, cross-section diagrams, and GIS reports for irrigation projects, significantly improving planning precision and documentation.

Administered the complete tender process and documentation, ensuring compliance and contributing to successful project acquisition and streamlined workflows.

Produced accurate monthly and quarterly sales reports, providing management with key insights for strategic planning, performance optimization, and informed decision-making.

Maka Irrigation

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Design and Sales Engineer

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

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Summary

Drove sales and project execution for irrigation solutions to agricultural clients, encompassing design, lead generation, and comprehensive project coordination.

Highlights

Designed and presented irrigation, solar energy, and infrastructure layouts to prospective farmers, securing multiple contracts for the CBZ Agro-Yield program and cash clients.

Generated high-quality sales leads, managed the full sales cycle from initial contact to negotiation and closing orders, consistently contributing to revenue growth.

Coordinated and supervised installation teams, ensuring project adherence to detailed plans, quality standards, and safety compliance across all irrigation projects.

Collaborated in innovative mapping design using QGIS, optimizing lead time in field data collection and map production for Maka-CBZ Agro yield projects.

Conducted comprehensive topographic surveys using RTK-CHC GPS equipment, processing field data to inform precise project designs and layouts.

Managed client and contractor relationships, addressing technical issues and ensuring smooth project execution from inception to completion, achieving project milestones.

Maka Irrigation

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Project Coordinator

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

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Summary

Coordinated and managed project documentation, resources, and budgets for irrigation projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to financial targets.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive project documentation and milestone reporting, ensuring accurate and organized records for all irrigation projects, enhancing transparency.

Optimized resource allocation and equipment procurement, ensuring installation teams had necessary materials to meet project timelines effectively.

Analyzed potential project risks and opportunities, developing and implementing mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure successful project outcomes.

Managed project budgets and costs, consistently ensuring projects were completed within allocated financial constraints, achieving cost-efficiency.

Administered tender process documentation, streamlining administrative workflows for project acquisition and compliance.

Hitira Irrigation

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Irrigation Engineer Intern

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe

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Summary

Supported senior engineers in the design, implementation, and data analysis of irrigation projects, gaining foundational technical experience.

Highlights

Assisted senior engineers in the design and implementation phases of various irrigation systems, contributing to project planning and execution.

Conducted essential data collection and preliminary analysis for irrigation projects, supporting informed decision-making and design modifications.

Gained hands-on experience in applying industry best practices for irrigation engineering, significantly enhancing technical proficiency.

Contributed to the preparation of technical documentation and project reports, improving communication and record-keeping efficiency for ongoing projects.

Education

Midlands State University

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
BSc Honours Degree Land and Waters Resources Management Grade: Class 2.1

Cranborne Boys High

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
Advanced Level 3 A Levels Passes

Speciss College

Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
Cambridge IGCSE

Languages

English

Skills

Project Management

Irrigation Design

Sales and Marketing

Modelmaker

Map Production

Microsoft Office Packages

3D Visualization

ArcGis Pro

qGIS

IrriCAD

AutoCAD

References

Simbarashe Gosha

General Manager, Maka Irrigation (PVT), simba@maka.co.zw, +263773675514

Prince Chikangaise

Projects Manager, Maka Irrigation (PVT), prince@maka.co.zw, +263773775850

Michelle Gwatimba

Managing Director, Tzoro Greenfields (PVT), +263775222627

Erick Bingura

General Manager, Comhold Services (PVT), mashinyae@comhold.co.zw, +263772745034

Projects

CBZ Agro-Yield, Tzoro Greenfields Farm – Mash Central Centenary

Summary

Led the installation and rehabilitation of critical irrigation and power infrastructure for a large-scale agricultural project.

Siligulu Farm – Centenary Mash Central

Summary

Managed the implementation of extensive irrigation and power infrastructure to expand agricultural operations.

Turnkey Irrigation - Nyamutsahuni Community Irrigation System

Summary

Implemented a comprehensive semi-portable irrigation scheme to support community agricultural initiatives.