Erdem

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

Exploring South Africa through farm life, nature, outdoor activities, shared meals, creative projects, music, and meaningful connections with people.

Description

NOT A FREE VACATION SEEKER. A REAL WORKAWAYER!
Hard Work Included, Sense of Humor Free Of Charge!

Hi! I’m Erdem — born and raised by the sea in Türkiye, with a very Mediterranean spirit: warm, social, curious, and easy to connect with people. I enjoy good company, meaningful conversations, shared meals, and contributing in practical ways wherever I stay.

I come from a solid professional background. For many years I worked as an engineer in construction, land surveying, drone mapping, and fiber-optic (ISP) infrastructure projects. Staying long-term in corporate environments taught me responsibility, reliability, teamwork, and safety awareness — values I still bring into every place I stay.

Alongside my professional life, I’ve always been very hands-on and active. I’m comfortable helping with farm and maintenance work, including:
• maintenance & repair
• outdoor tasks
• hand tools (drill, basic power tools)
• chainsaw
• tractor operation
— always following safety rules and host guidance.
I also enjoy learning new practical skills and improving step by step (e.g. circular saw, basic welding under supervision).

Recently, I’ve been volunteering on a farms in Swellendam and Addo Elephant Park, helping with:
• animal cares such as horse
• basic building and repair tasks
• daily farm routines & tractor operations
• occasional cooking and shared meals
This experience strengthened my physical endurance, adaptability, and comfort with rural life.

I’m also an experienced motorcycle rider and can handle basic maintenance tasks such as:
• oil change
• fuse/battery replacement
• basic checks & adjustments
I’m very interested in learning more mechanical skills related to motorcycles, cars, and 4x4 vehicles, if a host is happy to teach.

I love cooking and sharing food, especially Turkish dishes like İmam Bayıldı and Menemen — people often really enjoy these meals, and I see cooking as a great way to build community and connection.

On the creative side, I create short promotional videos using drone and phone footage, edited in CapCut and Canva, which hosts can use for:
• social media
• websites
• promotion of their place or project

I also have a growing interest in DJing, music production, and sound design, and I’m motivated to keep learning and improving — especially in social, community, or event-based environments.

I have strong outdoor and stamina-based skills, including:
• rock climbing / rope skills
• hiking & mountain experience
• diving (CMAS 1★)
• paragliding (P2)
These experiences helped me build physical resilience, calmness under pressure, and comfort in nature — useful for long days, outdoor projects, or active environments.

I also have a strong background in martial arts and body awareness, including:
• Aikido – 3rd Dan (black belt)
• Kickboxing (1 year experience)
• Mindfulness & body awareness practices

If relevant, I can also organize basic mindfulness-based self-defence or awareness workshops, focused on calmness, posture, balance, and personal safety (non-aggressive, respectful approach).

What matters most to me is real human connection: being useful, sharing effort, bringing good energy, and leaving a place better than I found it. I’m calm, reliable, adaptable, and genuinely enjoy helping — whether it’s physical work, creative support, cooking, or simply being a positive presence.

All the best,
Erdem

Interests

Movies & TV

Technology

Sustainability

Videography

Events & social

Self development

Farming

Charity work

Astronomy

Cooking & food

Performing arts

Books

Music

Photography

Carpentry

Team sports

Dancing

Beach

Cycling

Water sports

Winter sports

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Camping

Hiking

Outdoor activities

Fitness

Sailing / Boating

Mountain

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Being an elderly companion

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Some knowledge of:  

Art Projects

Charity Work

Languages

Life at a Farmstay

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

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Able to teach about:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

Helping around the house

General Maintenance

More details about your skills

Computer Skills:
*MS Office
*Wordpress
* Canva
*Capcut
*Content Creation
*Basic IT support

Driving Licence:

A, A1, A2, B1, B, D1, F (manual gear car/ motorcycle)

Rock Climbing( Summer mountaineering training accredited by the Turkish Mountaineering Federation.)
CMAS one star diver
P2 paraglider
Drone operator

Age

43

What else ...

Professional background: Civil / geomatics engineering, construction & infrastructure projects, drone mapping

Physical skills: Climbing & rope access (former Level 1), farm & outdoor work

Martial arts: Aikido – 3rd Dan (black belt)

Sports & nature: Hiking, climbing, paragliding (P2), diving (CMAS 1★)

Turkish and Mediterranean Cuisine

Creative interests: Video creation, drone storytelling, DJing & music production (learning phase)

Languages: Turkish (native), English (fluent), Spanish (beginner)

Personality: Calm, friendly, practical, reliable, good with people

Lifestyle: Non-smoker, social but respectful, enjoys nature and community living

Values: Respect, kindness, humor, teamwork, safety, and shared effort

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  no

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  Special dietary requirements
  no