Tumelo – left and Matimba- right
This month, we would like to introduce two staff members who we believe deserve acknowledgement for their hard work which has resulted in growth within the company for both individuals.
They are Nevermind Masiya (known as Matimba) and Tumelo Sibuyane.
Below, each of them give us a little bit more insight into how they came about working at Makanyi and have answered a few ‘quick questions’ (in their own words) to help us get to know them a little more:
Tumelo Sibuyane
Tumelo has been working at Makanyi since November 2016. He started his journey employed in our Gardens and Security team and has since been promoted to our Barman / Waiter team. Tumelo showed great initiative and determination in order to advance into his new position.
How did you end up at Makanyi?
I heard from a friend that there was a vacancy in the Garden and Security department at Makanyi. I applied, was interviewed and was successful in my application. During my service as a Gardener, I fell in love with being a barman. Through communication with the management team, I started learning the job practically which led to my stepping up from a gardener to a butler.
- Describe your job in 3 words
- Providing
- Challenging
- Influential
- Describe yourself in 3 words
- Loving
- Caring
- Honest
- The best thing about living in the bush
- Everyday feels like a holiday. I get the peace of mind being surrounded by nature and animals
- The worst thing about living in the bush
- Being far from my family
- When you were growing up, what did you want to do/be?
- I wanted to be a mobile crane operator or truck driver
- Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
- An elephant (they are majestic in their movement and fearless)
- Who is someone you really admire?
- My parents for their unconditional love and care they have always provided me
- What is something you would like to do in the next year, that you have never done before?
- A cruise
- What’s your phobia?
- Snakes
- Somewhere you would love to visit?
- Victoria Falls
Nevermind (Matimba) Masiya
Matimba has been working at Makani since June 2017. He was originally employed as a maintenance assistant and has since been promoted to our Maintenance Manager. Matimba has an incredible work ethic and completes all tasks presented to him with a sense of pride. We are extremely fortunate to have Matimba as part of our Makanyi staff family.
How did you end up at Makanyi?
I visited Makanyi and there was a position available for a maintenance assistant. I grabbed the opportunity as Makanyi seemed like a great place to work and I knew it was something I could not resist. I started in my position and then was promoted to the maintenance manager. I am a broadminded person and believe in being punctual. I believe there are always solutions to problems.
- Describe your job in 3 words
- Exciting
- Stressful (a good stressful)
- Challenging
- Describe yourself in 3 words
- Reliable
- Respectful
- Productive
- The best thing about living in the bush
- Learning to adapt to living life remotely and the beauty of nature.
- The worst thing about living in the bush
- Sudden fires, dangers may emerge anytime
- When you were growing up, what did you want to do/be?
- I wanted to be a mechanical engineer / electrician
- Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
- Rico, just to feel how it feels to be a general Manager
- Who is someone you really admire?
- Amos, our Head Chef – he is very passionate about his work
- What is something you would like to do in the next year, that you have never done before?
- I would like to further my studies in electrics and aircons. I would like to one day have my own company for an investment for my family for when I retire
- What’s your phobia?
- I am scared of failing to deliver the very best in my job and any other task I have been given
- Somewhere you would love to visit?
- Mozambique