Engineering and Project Management Business providing Professional Services into the Mining, Infrastructure and Transportation sectors of Southern Africa and the broader African continent.The business is in the infancy stages and has secured relationships with a number of established businesses in South Africa with a view to offering Professional Services ranging from the establishment and operations of Project Management Offices within client organizations as well as services relating… Show more Engineering and Project Management Business providing Professional Services into the Mining, Infrastructure and Transportation sectors of Southern Africa and the broader African continent.The business is in the infancy stages and has secured relationships with a number of established businesses in South Africa with a view to offering Professional Services ranging from the establishment and operations of Project Management Offices within client organizations as well as services relating to the delivery of projects through the EPC, EPCM, Turnkey models. Coupled with this, BGG Consulting offers services within the Mining, Processing, Engineering, Environmental, Safety and Health disciplines. The Project model is premised on the use of the PMBOK approach and the implementation of a tried and tested Project Management “Tool” that has been developed on and adapted to the PMBOK principles and methodologies. Furthermore, BGG Consulting provides services for developing, nurturing and growing Black-Owned Companies with a view to ensuring capacity and capability deployment into the South African markets. Show less

Headed up the multi-billion US Dollar Venetia Underground Project through the transition from the Feasibility Study into the Implementation Phase, establishing all of the Infrastructure requirements for the development of a Decline from Surface to 1040m level and the vertical sink of two shafts from Surface to 1040m level.Project Director/Head of Project for the largest underground mining project within Anglo American and De Beers Consolidated Mines responsible for the… Show more Headed up the multi-billion US Dollar Venetia Underground Project through the transition from the Feasibility Study into the Implementation Phase, establishing all of the Infrastructure requirements for the development of a Decline from Surface to 1040m level and the vertical sink of two shafts from Surface to 1040m level.Project Director/Head of Project for the largest underground mining project within Anglo American and De Beers Consolidated Mines responsible for the following:• Directed and managed all activities associated with transitioning the project from a Bankable Feasibility Study into the Implementation/Construction phase, and adapting the implementation model from an EPCM to an Owner Lead Project• Setting up systems and processes and employing all resources required for an Owners Team lead project, with Engineering support from an EPCM Service Provider. • Directing and managing the project using the Owners Team to ensure sound and successful project delivery, taking cognizance of all of the 9 PMBOK Knowledge Areas, inclusive of an additional 5 Knowledge Areas• Responsible for the full implementation of the project, which comprised the following main activities;• Surface InfrastructureAll surface requirements for the project implementation phase as well as for the operational phase of the underground mine• Mining Development• All environmental legislative requirements from the modification of the existing EIA, EMP, IWULA and Waste Management requirements• The establishment of the stakeholder management plan and the ongoing management of the stakeholders involved and affected by the project. Show less

Paradigm Project Management is a Project Management Company operating mainly in the African Mining sector, focusing on designing and building mines and mining solutions for clients. I was Projects Director for all projects within the PPM fold, which included projects within South Africa, neighboring countries and in Africa.Responsibilities included: • Develop and implement a Project Management Development and Delivery system for the business• Guide, train and mentor… Show more Paradigm Project Management is a Project Management Company operating mainly in the African Mining sector, focusing on designing and building mines and mining solutions for clients. I was Projects Director for all projects within the PPM fold, which included projects within South Africa, neighboring countries and in Africa.Responsibilities included: • Develop and implement a Project Management Development and Delivery system for the business• Guide, train and mentor personnel on the Delivery of projects within the mining fraternity from a Service Provider perspective• Manage the Project Development and Delivery portfolio of the business • Develop and Implement Portfolio and Project Management systems for mining companies• Manage all Concept, Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility Studies for clients• Manage and Implement EPC, EPCM, Turnkey and Owners Team solutions for clients in the mining industry• Manage Client representation for projects in the mining industry Show less

Establishment of a Project Management Office to govern and support Project Development and Delivery across the South African operations. The Project Management Office comprised both the Portfolio Management as well as the Project Management Office requirements for a total of 7 operating mines and the Head Office within the Company.Responsibilities included:• Develop, Implement and Manage the Project Development and Delivery system for the South African Operations• Establishment… Show more Establishment of a Project Management Office to govern and support Project Development and Delivery across the South African operations. The Project Management Office comprised both the Portfolio Management as well as the Project Management Office requirements for a total of 7 operating mines and the Head Office within the Company.Responsibilities included:• Develop, Implement and Manage the Project Development and Delivery system for the South African Operations• Establishment and management of a governance and assurance framework for Capital and Stay in Business Projects across the South African Operations• Manage and Deliver the De Beers Consolidated Mines Project Portfolio for the South African Operations• Ensure governance on the large value Capital Projects within the South African context, in liaison with the international leg of the De Beers Group Projects and Engineering• Project review and approval for all projects across the South African Operations prior to application for Board approval• Manage project tracking and reporting for all projects across the South African Operations• Manage project benefits tracking and close out of all projects across the South African Operations Show less

The completion of a Bankable Feasibility Study of the Centenary Cut (C-cut) Project, which included an underground Block Cave mining operation as well as a new diamond recovery process plant treating 6 million tons per annum of diamond-bearing ore.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 of the Minerals Act No 50 of 1991• Management of the conclusion of a Bankable Feasibility Study for the estimated R12billion underground Block Cave Mine at… Show more The completion of a Bankable Feasibility Study of the Centenary Cut (C-cut) Project, which included an underground Block Cave mining operation as well as a new diamond recovery process plant treating 6 million tons per annum of diamond-bearing ore.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 of the Minerals Act No 50 of 1991• Management of the conclusion of a Bankable Feasibility Study for the estimated R12billion underground Block Cave Mine at Cullinan Diamond Mine• Ensuring the technical viability of the project, which included the Ore Extraction (Mining & Geotech), Ore Processing (Metallurgical) and Engineering aspects• Ensuring Safety, Health, Environmental, Risk and Quality aspects associated with the project• Management of the cost and financial controls• Final Preparation of the Bankable Feasibility Study and the capital cost estimate• Management of the human resources allocation for the execution phase of the project• Project Management controls and project principles application on the project• Management of the Alliancing / Partnering model implementation within a large project environment Show less

The completion of a Bankable Feasibility Study of the Centenary Cut Project, which included an underground Block Cave mining operation as well as a new diamond recovery process plant treating 6 million tons per annum of diamond-bearing ore.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.6.1 of the Minerals Act 50 of 1991• As the Cullinan Diamond Mine’s Executive Committee member, I was responsible for the Centenary Cut Project Bankable Feasibility Study, which… Show more The completion of a Bankable Feasibility Study of the Centenary Cut Project, which included an underground Block Cave mining operation as well as a new diamond recovery process plant treating 6 million tons per annum of diamond-bearing ore.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.6.1 of the Minerals Act 50 of 1991• As the Cullinan Diamond Mine’s Executive Committee member, I was responsible for the Centenary Cut Project Bankable Feasibility Study, which included;- The revalidation of all technical aspect on the project- The financial justification of the project to the De Beers Board- Finalization of a new Feasibility Study to bankable standards for submission to the De Beers Board of Directors for consideration• The development and implementation of the Alliancing/Partnering principles within a large project environment• Management of tasks associated with the daily operation of a project team• SHERQ aspects associated with the project Show less

As a permanent member of the Mines Executive Committee, I managed the Engineering Discipline for the surface and underground operations at Cullinan Diamond Mine, providing strategic input, direction, and planning for the mine operations.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996.• Management of the Engineering department on a 4 million ton per annum operating Diamond Mine• Management of the… Show more As a permanent member of the Mines Executive Committee, I managed the Engineering Discipline for the surface and underground operations at Cullinan Diamond Mine, providing strategic input, direction, and planning for the mine operations.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996.• Management of the Engineering department on a 4 million ton per annum operating Diamond Mine• Management of the Engineering maintenance and production activities associated with the;- Underground operations- Surface process plant- Surface infrastructure- Personnel housing and accommodation- Township maintenance• Management of all Capital and Stay in Business Projects• Management of the Safety, Health and Environmental department on the mine• Management of the Aids program as well as the initiation of the wellness program on mine Show less

The management and construction of the completed Bankable Feasibility Study of the Centenary Cut Project, which included an underground Block Cave mining operation as well as a new diamond recovery process plant treating 6 million tons per annum of diamond-bearing ore.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996• As part of the Project and Mine Executive Committee, I was responsible for the design… Show more The management and construction of the completed Bankable Feasibility Study of the Centenary Cut Project, which included an underground Block Cave mining operation as well as a new diamond recovery process plant treating 6 million tons per annum of diamond-bearing ore.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996• As part of the Project and Mine Executive Committee, I was responsible for the design, construction and commissioning of the underground Block Cave Mine, surface infrastructure, diamond recovery plant and all associated infrastructure to support a new 9 million ton per annum underground mining operation• This included the sinking, construction, and commissioning of the four vertical shafts and underground mining operations• The Project was deferred by 12 months post the DBI buyout of the company Show less

Construction of a P1.6billion Diamond Recovery Process Plant at Orapa and Letlhakane Mines capable of treating 1400 ton per hour inclusive of a new 3800 ton per hour primary crusher. Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No 127 of 1978• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(1), 14(1), 250(1) of the Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery act of 1978• As the Construction Manager I was… Show more Construction of a P1.6billion Diamond Recovery Process Plant at Orapa and Letlhakane Mines capable of treating 1400 ton per hour inclusive of a new 3800 ton per hour primary crusher. Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No 127 of 1978• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(1), 14(1), 250(1) of the Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery act of 1978• As the Construction Manager I was responsible for the overall management of all construction, commissioning, ramp up and hand over activities for the new Diamond Recovery Process Plant and associated infrastructure, inclusive of;- Earthworks and Civil- Building Works- Structural Works- Mechanical works- HT, MV and LT Electrical Reticulation- Control and Instrumentation, inclusive of the software• The construction and equipping of 36 additional boreholes for water supply to the mine, including the infrastructure requirements and piping required to transfer the water over 40km from the wellfields to the mine• Management of a labor force in excess of 3700 contract and permanent staff• The construction of additional housing facilities, inclusive of all infrastructure to support the units• The construction and management of a Contractors Camp facility, capable of housing and feeding 3000 contractors per day• The construction and equipping of three workshops to service the new plant and equipment• The construction of a new office block for the plant operational and maintenance staff• Stakeholder engagement and management including Debswana Diamond Company, National and Local Government departments, Local Communities, Orapa Mine, Orapa Mine Community.• The ISO 14001 certification of Orapa Mine Show less

Orapa and Letlhakane Mines operates a number of Diamond Mines in central Botswana, mining and processing in excess of 12 million tons of diamond-bearing ore per annum and recovering 7.5 million carats of diamonds per annum. Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(2), 14(2) and 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No. 127 of 1978• Managed and controlled in excess of P85 million worth of working cost and working cost suspense… Show more Orapa and Letlhakane Mines operates a number of Diamond Mines in central Botswana, mining and processing in excess of 12 million tons of diamond-bearing ore per annum and recovering 7.5 million carats of diamonds per annum. Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(2), 14(2) and 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No. 127 of 1978• Managed and controlled in excess of P85 million worth of working cost and working cost suspense expenditure per annum• Managed subordinate staff of 300 people, which included 3 Section Engineers, 1 General Engineering Supervisor and 15 Foreman• Included both the diamond recovery plants as well as the total earthmoving fleet on the mines• The 74 strong earthmoving fleet, comprised of Caterpillar and Komatsu 50 ton haul trucks, Caterpillar 824 wheel dozers and 992 loaders, Ingersoll Rand SP drill rigs, Komatsu 355 track dozers, auxiliary service machines and the complete light vehicle complement, with a replacement value of P90 million Show less

Orapa and Letlhakane Mines operates a number of Diamond Mines in central Botswana, mining and processing in excess of 12 million tons of diamond-bearing ore per annum and recovering 7.5 million carats of diamonds per annum.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(2), 14(2), 250(1) and 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No. 127 of 1978• Management of a multidisciplinary project team tasked with the design, construction… Show more Orapa and Letlhakane Mines operates a number of Diamond Mines in central Botswana, mining and processing in excess of 12 million tons of diamond-bearing ore per annum and recovering 7.5 million carats of diamonds per annum.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(2), 14(2), 250(1) and 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No. 127 of 1978• Management of a multidisciplinary project team tasked with the design, construction, commissioning and hand over of the following projects within an operating diamond recovery plant;- The process control upgrade of the existing 500 000 ton per month plant. The project entailed the upgrading of the manually operated plant to a fully automated PLC controlled process facility. The total value of the work was P35 million- The construction of a stand-alone 50 ton per hour Reconcentrate Plant, inclusive of the Sicon conveyor feeds to and from the plant, the total value of the work was P12 million- The construction of an automated concentrates handling system capable of transferring diamond concentrates from Letlhakane plant via a truck to the Orapa Recovery plant. The total value of the work was P5 million- The upgrading of the existing diamond sorthouse to a modern and automated facility. The total value of the work was P2 million- The installation of spillage vacuum systems in various areas of the main treatment plant and the recovery plant. The total value of the work was P1 million• During the construction period I managed a labour force of 300 contract and permanent staff Show less

Orapa and Letlhakane Mines operates a number of diamond mines in central Botswana, mining and processing in excess of 12 million tons of diamond-bearing ore per annum, recovering 7.5 million carats of diamonds per annum.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(2), 14(2), and 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No. 127 of 1978• Managed the Development and Delivery of all Capital Projects on the mine, including; - Project… Show more Orapa and Letlhakane Mines operates a number of diamond mines in central Botswana, mining and processing in excess of 12 million tons of diamond-bearing ore per annum, recovering 7.5 million carats of diamonds per annum.Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulations 13(2), 14(2), and 9(4) of the Botswana Mines, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act No. 127 of 1978• Managed the Development and Delivery of all Capital Projects on the mine, including; - Project control for the project scope of works, justification, design, estimates, tender documentation, order placement, escalation, contract variation requests, changes of scope, contingencies, the control of the capital financial ledger, construction, commissioning and hand over- Compilation of the capital justifications to the Debswana Board of Directors for approval - Loss Control and Safety Management of 21 local contracting companies who employed over 1200 people• Staff consisted of a total of 11 people of varying disciplines, including 5 Clerks of Work, a Senior Project Planner, Project Planner, Estimator, Senior Design Draughtsman and 2 Design Draughtsmen• The total value of capital was P85 million per annum Show less

Colliery Engineer responsible for all engineering activities on the three underground coal mines at Bank Colliery. • Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 and 2.9.2 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996• Responsible for the Engineering discipline on 3 of the underground coal mines, including the control and maintenance management of the surface and underground infrastructure, equipment and mining machinery• The equipment included all the underground electrical and… Show more Colliery Engineer responsible for all engineering activities on the three underground coal mines at Bank Colliery. • Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 and 2.9.2 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996• Responsible for the Engineering discipline on 3 of the underground coal mines, including the control and maintenance management of the surface and underground infrastructure, equipment and mining machinery• The equipment included all the underground electrical and diesel coal winning machinery as well as the electrical reticulation and the mechanical infrastructure to support the removal of the coal via conveyor belts to the coal washing plant• The engineering complement totaled 200 people with a budget of R20 million per annum Show less

Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 and 2.9.2 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996• Responsible for the Engineering discipline on 3 of the underground coal mines, including the control and maintenance management of the surface and underground infrastructure, equipment and mining machinery• The equipment included all the underground electrical and diesel coal winning machinery as well as the electrical reticulation and the mechanical… Show more Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.1 and 2.9.2 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996• Responsible for the Engineering discipline on 3 of the underground coal mines, including the control and maintenance management of the surface and underground infrastructure, equipment and mining machinery• The equipment included all the underground electrical and diesel coal winning machinery as well as the electrical reticulation and the mechanical infrastructure to support the removal of the coal via conveyor belts to the coal washing plant• The engineering complement totaled 200 people with a budget of R20 million per annum Show less

Responsibilities included:• Appointed in terms of Regulation 2.13.3 of the Mines Health and Safety Act no 29 of 1996• Electrical Engineer in charge of all surface and underground electrical and instrumentation reticulation• The responsibilities included the HT and LT reticulation systems