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Gauteng, South Africa

City Of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Oversee operations related to the manufacturing of slurry pumps while serving as a technical specialist for commissioning, maintenance, applications, and process engineering-related issuesExperience:• GMR 2(7) Role: Oversee all pump production and engineering aspects, including innovation, project management, quality assurance, and compliance.• Production Planning: Plan and organize production activities, developing strategies to optimize processes and ensure timely delivery.• Operational Supervision: Supervise production plant operations, ensuring adherence to quality procedures and managing operational hours while maintaining an adequate supply of parts and tools.• Budget Control: Control production outputs and expenditures, monitoring performance to meet budgetary and quality standards.• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate production-related matters effectively to managers and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.• Continuous Improvement: Implement continuous improvement practices, integrating innovative solutions to enhance production efficiency and overall performance.• Reporting: Generate and submit comprehensive reports, preparing production records and detailed documentation.• SHEQ Management: Serve as appointed SHE Supervisor 8(7), managing SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) processes to ensure compliance with ISO45001 standards.• Team Leadership: Lead and monitor team performance, providing guidance and support to achieve production goals.• Project Support: Assist process and application engineers with project execution, pump selection, system assessment, and optimization improvements.• Special Achievement: Contributed to the design and rollout of the Multotec-owned specific pump range, enhancing product offerings and company capabilities.

South Africa

Appointed 2.6.1 - Lead the team in safety, quality, lean, administration and delivery of fabricated equipment and installations in project management capacity• Special Achievement - Involved in implementing wear monitoring system on HDPE Piping systems, chutes and bins as additional value adding solutions

Zambia

Lead the team in safety, quality, and delivery of refurbishment, installations and safe monitoring of pumps, crushers, vibrating screens, and valves, in project management capacity, ensuring maximum plant availability and adequate maintenance ensuring optimized productionExperience:• Managed all aspects of service center operations, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management, to meet customer service requirements and project deadlines.• Oversaw the refurbishment of mineral processing equipment, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards.• Led installation and commissioning projects, coordinating with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure successful project execution and equipment integration.• Implemented quality assurance protocols to maintain the highest standards of service delivery and customer satisfaction.• Developed and implemented safety procedures and training programs to ensure a safe working environment for employees and contractors.• Collaborated with sales and engineering teams to provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and identify opportunities for equipment upgrades or enhancements.• Special Achievement - Annual Sales Award: 2018 – Customer Rescue: Managing projects, achieving schedule and budget targets

North West Area, South Africa

Appointed 16.2 - Sales, installation and maintenance on hydraulic equipment and electric overhead cranes.

Rustenburg Area, South Africa

Lead the team in safety, quality, and delivery of maintenance, installations, and safe monitoring of crushers, vibrating screens, flotation cells and pumps, in project management capacity, ensuring maximum plant availability and adequate maintenance to ensure optimized production.Experience:• Supervise a team of technicians responsible for maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment.• Develop and implement maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment.• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to procure necessary parts and equipment for repairs and replacements.• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential issues and address them proactively.• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations in all maintenance and repair activities.• Train and mentor technicians to enhance their skills and knowledge in equipment maintenance and repair techniques.• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.• Collaborate with other departments to optimize equipment utilization and minimize downtime.• Monitor budgetary constraints and implement cost-effective solutions for equipment maintenance and repairs.

Rustenburg Area, South Africa

Appointed 2.6.1 - Ensuring maximum plant availability and adequate maintenance to ensure optimized production and safe monitoring all mechanical equipment and structures according to prescribed regulations.Experience: • Oversee and lead a team of technicians responsible for mechanical maintenance activities within the mineral processing plant.• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal functioning of equipment and machinery.• Coordinate with maintenance planners to schedule repairs, shutdowns, and inspections to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.• Provide technical guidance and support to technicians in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues.• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures during maintenance activities.• Monitor equipment performance and recommend upgrades or modifications to improve efficiency and reliability.• Collaborate with other departments to optimize workflow and minimize disruptions to production schedules.• Train and mentor technicians to enhance their skills and knowledge in mechanical maintenance techniques.• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment history, and inventory management.• Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions as needed.• Special Achievement - Taking ownership of various equipment maintenance and refurbishments from OEM to inhouse, resulting in massive cost savings and reduced downtime

Rustenburg Area, South Africa

Ensure maximum plant availability by conducting quality maintenance on pumps, crushers, gearboxes, grinding mills, flotation cells, conveyors, vibrating screens• Special Achievement - Implement and manage condition-based maintenance systems: Improving equipment availability by 95%

Brits Area, South Africa

Operation and maintenance of Boart Longyear earthmoving machinery: Drill Rig, Roof Bolter and Utility Vehicle

Qualified as Mechanical Fitter Tradesman – January 2002

Masters, Mechanical Engineering, Aqf Level 9

Core Units: Units for Graduate Certificate: Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Professional Engineering Management - (Passed.

Graduate Certificate, Mechanical Engineering - (Part Of Meng), Aqf Level 8

Core Units: Heat Transfer, Materials for Engineers, Industrial Hydraulics and Pneumatics & Pumps, Compressors, Turbines & Drives.

Advanced Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

Core Units: Fundamentals-Mech. Engineering, Structural Mechanics, Mechanical Drive Systems, Electr. Motors & Drives, Rotating Equipment.

Advance Project Management

Trade, Mechanical Fitting Including Machining

Senior Certificate Gr 12 - Matric