Dikotsi Molefe
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Specialist Project Planner at Kumba
Location: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 19 work roles 3 schools
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Dikotsi Molefe is listed as Specialist Project Planner at Kumba, a with 740 employees, based in City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Dikotsi Molefe.

Dikotsi Molefe previously worked as Specialist Scheduler at Kumba and Snr Project Planner at Anglo Platinum. Dikotsi Molefe holds Engineering National Diploma, Mechanical Engineering from Technikon Northern Gauteng Now Known As Tut.

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I have 22 years’ experience in the Engineering field with the core focus in the Mechanical Engineering discipline.I am currently working as a Project Planner for a mine.My work experience is in Power Generation, Power Plant construction, Bulk material handling,Conveyors construction, Mining and mining plant construction, Construction, Oil and gas in Airport Plants and Network & telecom environment and Chemical explosives plants.I have knowledge of FIDIC and NEC and GEC ContractsMy last position was a Site Project Planner on Bulk Earthwork Project I have skills in Pumps and pump principles ( selection, Application and Installation) and maintenance and pipelinesI also have skills in Conveyors and Bulk material handling on coal, ash, iron ore and gold processes. I have project Management skills in Project management, Project Planning and Project Engineering. I have skills in wet and dry fixed Fire Protection systemsMy career include positions as Project Planner( 12 years), Project Technician ( 2 years), Project/Plant engineer (6 years), Clerk of Works (1 year), Engineering Technical Integrity Coordinator( 6 months), Senior Technician / Systems Maintenance Engineer ( 8 years) and Maintenance Technician ( 4 years).

Listed skills include Cost Engineering, Ms Project, Project Control, Mining, and 22 others.

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Kumba
Kumba
Specialist Project Planner
Johannesburg, GP, ZA
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740
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Specialist Project Planner

Johannesburg, Gp, Za

Specialist Scheduler

Current

Sishen,South Africa

Stay in Business Projects

Apr 2022 - Present

Site Project Planner

Mpumalanga

Site Project Project planner for a Multi- Bulk Earthworks Project that includes Dams,Roads, Platforms, Laydowns areas. The project also included planning and reporting on Sewage, Stormwater, Potable water, Pipe and Culverts etc.My duties entailed updating, reporting and lookahead planning for the project.

Feb 2018 - Jun 2018

Senior Project Planner

Kathu Solar Park

Kathu, Northern Cape, South Africa

 I am doing Planning / Scheduler for a multi-billion renewable energy power plant. I do planning and cost planning for all phases, engineering, procurement, construction 9 ie, Civil, mechanical, electrical and commissioning). I am using Primavera P6 R15.2 I am responsible for elaboration and management of Owner schedule  I Supervise the of EPC schedule and site activities I am responsible for doing Continuous analysis of critical path identifying threats or risks to… Show more  I am doing Planning / Scheduler for a multi-billion renewable energy power plant. I do planning and cost planning for all phases, engineering, procurement, construction 9 ie, Civil, mechanical, electrical and commissioning). I am using Primavera P6 R15.2 I am responsible for elaboration and management of Owner schedule  I Supervise the of EPC schedule and site activities I am responsible for doing Continuous analysis of critical path identifying threats or risks to the project and proposing solutions and corrective actions I also do Assessment of social and economic context Contribution to the environmental management plan I do Weekly and monthly updates of the planning schedule I gather information from EPC and from site works to keep an updated schedule Other local activities as reasonably required Show less

Oct 2016 - Aug 2017

Project Planner

Lephalale

Prepare and update project schedule based on the contract.Set work program and target milestones for each phase based on the project plan.Monitor critical activities based on the project schedule and advise project management.Prepares and submit updated work program and cash flow curve showing actual progress and identify areas of weakness and establishes means and methods for recovery, if any, as well as new critical activities.Monitor day to day work progress and prepare the… Show more Prepare and update project schedule based on the contract.Set work program and target milestones for each phase based on the project plan.Monitor critical activities based on the project schedule and advise project management.Prepares and submit updated work program and cash flow curve showing actual progress and identify areas of weakness and establishes means and methods for recovery, if any, as well as new critical activities.Monitor day to day work progress and prepare the weekly and monthly program and report.Maintain and record update of site work progress obtained from Project Manager.Prepares monthly report reflecting work progress summary.Report to the Project Manager about the current work progress and make comparison between plan and actual progress and study impact of alternative approaches to work.Conduct site walks to confirm work progress made Show less

Nov 2014 - Dec 2015

Project Planner

Roodepoort, South Africa

I used Ms projects and Primavera 6Developing and control of tender programs, project programs and after market programs to support on time delivery of tender proposals and projects.Set-up initial program with the Project manager according to contract Scope and specifications.Formulate project objectives assessing sequential relationships between each event.Determine project activity duration and resource requirementsLead development of baseline schedule as per the scope of… Show more I used Ms projects and Primavera 6Developing and control of tender programs, project programs and after market programs to support on time delivery of tender proposals and projects.Set-up initial program with the Project manager according to contract Scope and specifications.Formulate project objectives assessing sequential relationships between each event.Determine project activity duration and resource requirementsLead development of baseline schedule as per the scope of work and detailed Work Breakdown Schedule (WBS).Inform project managers on progress status and problem areas.Support the Project Manager in Baseline Review and updates;Accurate assessment of project schedule objectives and critical path.Prepare short and long term resource allocation plans based on input from all stakeholders and team members;Gather actual data to update project schedule and develop reliable schedule forecast with support from the project team from various siteApply technical knowledge to determine: Feasible planning alternatives, optimum rescheduling solutions. Constraints in manufacturing capacity and recommend solutions.Manage schedules and risk management plans and provide serious deviations warnings hindering project results;Develop and maintain the material plan taking into consideration material lead times, transportation and storage capacity.Ensure to take appropriate planning measures with the client redress, changes to scope of work and project delays;Ensure that the provisions and requirements of the contract are understood and adhered to.Prepare and present regular internal and external project plan reports for management;Visit suppliers and sites to confirm progress status and prepare accurate updatesConfirm delivery schedules with the Project Manager / Site and Transport ContractEnsure that the company's contractual and commercial position is protected and maximised. Show less

Feb 2012 - Sep 2014

Project Scheduler

Northern Cape, Kathu

I used Ms Project to manage the Project Schedule/Plan.Consolidate all Capital Project into one Master Schedule ProgramProduce project schedules from Scope WBS and Scope of work.Advice PM on the progress of projects and risks and suggest remedial actionsManage Baseline of projects Control, implement and verify proper change control of Scope, Time and Cost.Utilise the WBS to manage project deliverables and execute the ScopeConduct determination of activity… Show more I used Ms Project to manage the Project Schedule/Plan.Consolidate all Capital Project into one Master Schedule ProgramProduce project schedules from Scope WBS and Scope of work.Advice PM on the progress of projects and risks and suggest remedial actionsManage Baseline of projects Control, implement and verify proper change control of Scope, Time and Cost.Utilise the WBS to manage project deliverables and execute the ScopeConduct determination of activity definition, sequencing, duration’s estimation and control.Produce Portfolio weekly and monthly Dashboards and Reports.Produce Cost/Time S-CurvesConduct Project closure by documenting lesson learned • Also participated and managed Roles and responsibility sessions, Framing sessions, Kick-off sessions, Safety and Risk analysis, Progress meetings,• I manage cost controlling activities such as: Monthly cost forecast Forecast, Planned and Actual S-curve spend Show less

Jun 2010 - Dec 2011

Engineering Technical Coordinator

Bp

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

I managed and controlled maintenance and planned maintenance schedules and Integrity Management of plants on sites.Managing Control of Work Implementation ProjectsDocuments control and reviews Permit system reviewsLiaison with Regional Technical and Operational teamsAssist Operating Managers in fast-tracking the delivery of lagging IM data and critical registersControl permits issued to sitesManaging and updating regional databases relating IM and CoW

Aug 2009 - May 2010

Clerk Of Works

Central Rand Gold Mine In Maraisburg

Ms Project to manage the Project Schedule/Plan.Management of projects integration on siteCoordination of various projects on siteProject planning and schedulingProject expediting, supervising, control and managementPipe project overseer and engineeringManaging activities so that the projects are delivered on time, on budget and good qualityCommunicating instructions, changes and updates to various stakeholdersProject supervision and scope management and… Show more Ms Project to manage the Project Schedule/Plan.Management of projects integration on siteCoordination of various projects on siteProject planning and schedulingProject expediting, supervising, control and managementPipe project overseer and engineeringManaging activities so that the projects are delivered on time, on budget and good qualityCommunicating instructions, changes and updates to various stakeholdersProject supervision and scope management and changingi.e. concentrates plant and flotation plant supervision and commissioning Pipeline installationsRoad works/construction engineering design and implementation Show less

Apr 2009 - Jun 2009

Senior Project Planner

Amacebo Consulting

Modderfontein

Ms Project to manage the Project Schedule/Plan.Designing and creating project programs from inceptionSchedule Engineering tasks and deliveriesSet-up data in the system used for progressing tasksPrepare S-curves, Histograms, Look Ahead, Earned / Spent and the necessary progress reportsProgress and up-date on an agreed Cut-off dateLiaise with management, clients, and Engineering Personnel on a regular basisCommunication, report writing, computer skills in MS project… Show more Ms Project to manage the Project Schedule/Plan.Designing and creating project programs from inceptionSchedule Engineering tasks and deliveriesSet-up data in the system used for progressing tasksPrepare S-curves, Histograms, Look Ahead, Earned / Spent and the necessary progress reportsProgress and up-date on an agreed Cut-off dateLiaise with management, clients, and Engineering Personnel on a regular basisCommunication, report writing, computer skills in MS project Able to meet deadlines and work with a teamReview proposed changes to the Development Program and advise on their impactsRecommend on improvements to the project programComment on the monthly updated program and advise on their projectsPlanning, scheduling and monitoring resourcesUpdating program and running weekly progress reportsLiaising and co-ordinating, with Project Managers and team members Show less

Jan 2009 - Mar 2009

Project Engineer

Modderfontein

AEL Mining Services is one of the world’s leading suppliers of explosives and initiating systems. Duties and ResponsibilitiesHandling and participating in continuous improvement projectsScoping of developmental project workProject planning and schedule (MS Project)Managing activities in order that projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the agreed scope of workComplying with all statutory and company requirements and regulations in terms of… Show more AEL Mining Services is one of the world’s leading suppliers of explosives and initiating systems. Duties and ResponsibilitiesHandling and participating in continuous improvement projectsScoping of developmental project workProject planning and schedule (MS Project)Managing activities in order that projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the agreed scope of workComplying with all statutory and company requirements and regulations in terms of engineering practice, operation & safetyDeveloping project plans to identify resources, time lines and budgetsManaging, planning, designing and implementation of projects during the entire life cycle from conceptualization to hand-overNegotiating contracts for the supply of labour, services and capital equipment ensuring adequate risk coverEnsuring technology applied to projects is best suited to the requirements of the specific project, customer and the companyCostingResource identification and allocations (BCWP allocation on MSProject)Motivate approval and authorization projectsSite walkdown and assessmentsHand over from technical sales departmentsAssess and determine whether project to be done in-house or subcontractedDetermination of battery limits and QCP for the projectSend weekly project progress reports to clientsQuality timing and cost control and management of the projectsArrange and chair project kickoff meetings with clients on big projectsSafety, tracking, material requirements or surplus and quality Show less

Jan 2008 - Dec 2008

Site Engineer

Grootveli Power Station

Dutiesand responsibilities At Capital Expansion Project (CED)Assist Eskom CED (Capital Expansion Department) with the execution of the GrootvleiPower station return to service projectReview of designsLiaison with suppliersUpdates on the project execution planEnsure installation as per design and requirementsOptimization of the plantCompilation of technical data and maintenance proceduresCommissioning of the plant Duties and… Show more Dutiesand responsibilities At Capital Expansion Project (CED)Assist Eskom CED (Capital Expansion Department) with the execution of the GrootvleiPower station return to service projectReview of designsLiaison with suppliersUpdates on the project execution planEnsure installation as per design and requirementsOptimization of the plantCompilation of technical data and maintenance proceduresCommissioning of the plant Duties and Responsibilities At Generation Power Station OperationManaging on-site teamScoping developmental project workHandling and participating in continuous improvement projectsOptimization of the running plantSupervision of the maintenance teamRecommendations and implementation of plant upgradesDrawing up of plant operating and maintenance proceduresDrawing up of plant inspection and maintenance schedulesLiaison with suppliers and customersUndertake tests and inspection as per scheduleProvide long term solution to the plant Show less

Jan 2007 - Dec 2007

Project Engineer

Brakpan

Project Engineering of Refurbishment and Design projects Project planning and schedule (MS Project)Costing – compare with technical sales and improve by 10% at leastResource identification and allocations (BCWP allocations on MS Project)Motivate approval and authorization projectsSite visits and assessments to check on supplier, manufacturer and site progress.Complete the Handover from technical sales department to Project department Project management from Planning… Show more Project Engineering of Refurbishment and Design projects Project planning and schedule (MS Project)Costing – compare with technical sales and improve by 10% at leastResource identification and allocations (BCWP allocations on MS Project)Motivate approval and authorization projectsSite visits and assessments to check on supplier, manufacturer and site progress.Complete the Handover from technical sales department to Project department Project management from Planning of implementation Phase to completion.Assess and determine whether project to be done in-house or subcontractedDetermination of battery limits and QCP for the projectSend weekly project progress reports to clientsQuality, timing and cost control and management of the projectsArrange and chair project kick-off meetings with clients on big projectsUndertake site visits twice weekly, to check on safety, tracking, material Requirements or surplus and quantityControl and motivate for additional funds due to over-budget expenditureClosure meetings Show less

Sep 2006 - Dec 2006

Project Technician

Kelvin Power Station

Kempton Park

Project management Plant projects from start to finish on Capex and Opex Projects.Projects PlanningContract management NEC and EPC ContractsCommercial negotiations and managementPlant engineering by drawing up specifications and drawings] assurance.Responsible for cost control and accurate forecasting of engineering expenditure and engineering project budgetsCo-ordinate investigations into the root cause analysis of plant failuresDevelopment of Operations and… Show more Project management Plant projects from start to finish on Capex and Opex Projects.Projects PlanningContract management NEC and EPC ContractsCommercial negotiations and managementPlant engineering by drawing up specifications and drawings] assurance.Responsible for cost control and accurate forecasting of engineering expenditure and engineering project budgetsCo-ordinate investigations into the root cause analysis of plant failuresDevelopment of Operations and maintenance proceduresOptimize and improve plant capacity through maintenance and projectsResponsible for Pumps and systems engineeringEfficiently plan and manage all plant shutdownsReview and final approval of work scope, adjudication of contracts, contracts content and final acceptance of maintenance and general overhaul contractsProvide necessary operations and maintenance training requirementsAssist Maintenance and Production Managers in developing work scopes for planned and forced outagesMaximize plant availability by ensuring Participate constructively in annual budget processActively participates in the preparation, construction implementation and reporting of Kelvin annual Operating Plant Show less

Jan 2005 - Aug 2006

Senior Tchnician

Standerton Area, South Africa

Duties include Plant Engineering and project managementUpgrade Projects as per NEC contracts and contract managementCompressorsBulk Materials handling (Ash and Coal Conveyor systems)Ash ConditionersControl and Service air supply systemFixed Fire Protection SystemDemin Water supply and storage systemPotable water supply and storage systemCooling water system from the cooling towers to the condenser inlet and backRun-off water recovery… Show more Duties include Plant Engineering and project managementUpgrade Projects as per NEC contracts and contract managementCompressorsBulk Materials handling (Ash and Coal Conveyor systems)Ash ConditionersControl and Service air supply systemFixed Fire Protection SystemDemin Water supply and storage systemPotable water supply and storage systemCooling water system from the cooling towers to the condenser inlet and backRun-off water recovery systemPlanning of activitiesLeading of task teamsEnsure availability of systemsProvide long term technical engineering solutionsRoot Cause Analysis and Fault findingsIncident investigationsProcurement of materials and servicesReview of designsDesign, review and improvement of proceduresPlant walkdownsOPEX and CAPEX Budget managementMonitoring and maintenance of budget masterplan, (1-5 year plan) and (5-40 year plan)Planning and Scheduling of maintenance inspectionsMonitor and manage Preventative Plant Maintenance programSupport Maintenance team (Electrical and Mechanical) by giving engineering support and staff management and material requirement support. Show less

Dec 1999 - Dec 2004

Engineering Technician

Standerton Area, South Africa

Performance and Optimisation Engineering DepartmentMonitoring and Optimizing of boiler and Turbine performancesTrending of incidentsConducting tests, i.e. Mill Response Test, Islanding test, Load Swing Test Mill, Cleaned Airflow tests, Air Flow testCompiling daily and monthly data for the Station thermal Efficiency programming, the plant performance reporting

Aug 1998 - Nov 1999

Maintenance Technician

Standerton Area, South Africa

Turbine auxiliaries departmentPlanning the daily activities maintenance activitiesSupervision of contractors and quality controlMaintenance on Boiler Auxiliaries plant e.g. Dampers, expansion joints, flue gas and air ducting, air heatersPurchasing of spares for maintenance

Dec 1997 - Jul 1998

Pupil Technician

Standerton Area, South Africa

Training and Studies3 years Artisan Training2 years Years Technikon National Diploma Studies1 Year technician training

Mar 1992 - Nov 1997
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Dikotsi Molefe education

Engineering National Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

Technikon Northern Gauteng Now Known As Tut

Certificate In Program In Project Management

Ce_Up ( Pretoria University)

Matric, Maths And Science

Thomas Mofolo Secondary
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Dikotsi Molefe is listed as Specialist Project Planner at Kumba.

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Dikotsi Molefe is based in City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa while working with Kumba.

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Dikotsi Molefe has worked for Kumba, Anglo Platinum, Concor Construction (Pty) Ltd, Kathu Solar Park, and T-Systems International Gmbh.

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Dikotsi Molefe holds Engineering National Diploma, Mechanical Engineering from Technikon Northern Gauteng Now Known As Tut.

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