Partner - A2B Projects - St Helena Bay, South Africa
(2023-01)
Construction Project Management company engaged in private contracting, focusing on new home construction, alterations, and renovations. Assume responsibility for business development, client relations, project planning, workforce management, budgeting, and service delivery.
- Consulting and coordinating with clients, architects and engineers to define project scope and requirements.
- Developing detailed budgets, managing contract reconciliation and overseeing invoicing processes.
- Procuring materials precisely according to bills of quantities and project specifications.
- Arranging for the hiring of specialized equipment and scaffolding as needed.
- Negotiating and managing subcontractor services to ensure project timelines and quality standards are met.
- Conducting regular maintenance and repair of construction tools and equipment.
- Providing on-site supervision and directing the work of laborers.
- Compiling accurate timesheets and managing weekly wage payments for the workforce.
- Ensuring all projects are delivered on schedule, within budgetary constraints and to the highest quality standards.
Superintendent: Heavy Equipment Maintenance & Fleet Management - Kansanshi Mine (First Quantum Mining & Operations) - Solwezi, Zambia
(2010-07 - 2022-11)
- Managed teams of up to 55 employees, including expatriate technicians across Liebherr, Volvo, Komatsu and Caterpillar mining fleets.
- Oversaw the maintenance and performance of electric shovels, excavators, articulated dump trucks, dozers, graders, loaders, and ancillary equipment.
- Maintained Liebherr fleet availability above 85% through effective maintenance planning, supervision and parts management.
- Completed advanced Liebherr excavator maintenance and operations training.
- Increased Volvo ADT fleet availability from 52% to 80%, despite operating aging, high-hour equipment.
- Sustained 80–85% availability across diverse ancillary equipment fleets.
- Worked closely with OEM support teams of Liebherr dozers to implement engineering modifications that improved equipment reliability, productivity and operational performance, with several innovations incorporated into subsequent production models.
Mechanical Supervisor - Frontier Mine - Sakania, DRC
(2009-02 - 2010-06)
- Maintained and repaired Liebherr 9350 electric shovels and Komatsu excavators.
- Managed equipment recovery and asset preservation during mine closure operations.
- Successfully relocated two Liebherr 9350 electric shovels from the DRC to Zambia.
- Coordinated dismantling, transportation, and reassembly of major mining equipment at Kansanshi Mine, ensuring the preservation of valuable company assets under challenging operational conditions.
Workshop Superintendent - First Quantum Mining: Roads Division - Ndola, Zambia
(2008-01 - 2009-01)
Managed the Roads Division workshop and was responsible for the maintenance, repair and operational readiness of all road construction equipment.
- Oversaw a fleet comprising Caterpillar D8, D7 and D6 dozers, Mercedes tipper trucks and Scania bulk cement tankers, supporting mining and infrastructure operations in the DRC.
- Ensured high equipment availability through effective maintenance planning, resource management and workshop supervision.
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic - Kansanshi Mine - Solwezi, Zambia
(2006-02 - 2008-01)
Responsible for the servicing, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of a diverse fleet of heavy earthmoving and mining equipment, including Caterpillar dozers, graders, wheel loaders and dump trucks; Euclid haul trucks; Volvo graders, articulated dump trucks and compactors; Komatsu dozers, graders and excavators; and Liebherr excavators and dozers.
- Ensured high equipment reliability and availability through effective maintenance planning, fault diagnosis and repair management.
Proprietor - Ngoma Construction - Kasane, Botswana
(2003-02 - 2005-12)
Established and operated a maintenance and construction services business providing support to hotels, private clients and government departments.
- Delivered a range of services including general maintenance, repairs and small-scale construction projects.
- Undertook contracted work for government agencies such as Wildlife and Veterinary Services, responsible for the installation, servicing and repair of electric fencing systems across the Chobe District, ensuring reliable operation and asset protection in wildlife management areas.
Farm Manager - Chobe Farms - Kasane, Botswana
(1999-09 - 2003-02)
Managed overall farm operations, including maintenance of plant and equipment and coordination of agricultural production activities across crops and orchards.
- Oversaw cultivation of market garden crops, mangoes, citrus and bananas while ensuring efficient and reliable production systems.
- Designed, installed and commissioned a hydroponic system supplying high-quality fresh produce to hotels in the Chobe area.
Farm Manager - Sobbah Farming - Middle Sabi, Zimbabwe
(1995-05 - 1999-07)
Responsible for cultivation of cotton, wheat, citrus, litchis and mangoes using irrigation and micro-irrigation systems for efficient production.
- Managed full farm operations including production planning, quality control, staff supervision and resource management.
- Oversaw a computerized pack house for mango and citrus exports, handling processing, compliance, logistics and distribution to export markets.
Project Manager - Carguard Construction - Harare, Zimbabwe
(1993-07 - 1995-04)
- Designed, manufactured and commissioned large-scale commercial greenhouses and steel sheds (100m x 30m x 6m) in Mashonaland.
- Successfully completed the erection of over 20 hectares of greenhouse infrastructure (gum pole and steel-on-gum pole) dedicated to commercial flower production.
- Managed full project lifecycle including design, structural fabrication, onsite assembly and commissioning.
Fleet Manager - A Thompson Harvesting - Centenary, Zimbabwe
(1993-01 - 1993-06)
Maintenance and servicing of combine harvesters and tractors, supporting contract harvesting and land preparation operations across Zimbabwe.
- Ensured high equipment availability through effective preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis and field repairs under demanding operating conditions.
- Supported agricultural contracting activities by maintaining reliable machinery performance during peak harvesting and cultivation seasons.
Farm Manager - FT Martin Silver Streams Farm - Mutare, Zimbabwe
(1991-01 - 1992-12)
Overall farm management for cultivation of tobacco and maize using both irrigation and dryland farming methods to ensure optimal production.
- Workshop management including maintenance of all plant, equipment and tobacco handling facilities.
- Managed livestock operations of a herd of approximately 300 head of cattle, ensuring efficient and sustainable farm performance.
Farm Manager - L Souchon, Mauricia Farm - Middle Sabi, Zimbabwe
(1990-01 - 1990-12)
Responsible for the operation of a 200-hectare fully irrigated farm in the Zimbabwe lowveld, overseeing production of cotton, wheat, and tomatoes.
- Managed crop planning, irrigation systems and farm operations to ensure efficient and consistent agricultural output.
- Focused on maximizing production efficiency through effective resource management and operational control.
Maintenance Manager - Halfway Enterprises - Selous, Zimbabwe
(1989-01 - 1989-12)
- Responsible for transport division operations, including full overhauls of trucks and tractors to ensure reliability, efficiency and fleet performance.
- Supported agricultural operations through cultivation of soya, wheat and sorghum using both lateral irrigation and dryland farming methods.
- Played a key role in the establishment and maintenance of Mwena Game Ranch, including construction of a lodge, water features, dams and electric fencing systems.
Farm Manager - P Cox, Fopogena Farm - Chegutu, Zimbabwe
(1987-04 - 1988-12)
- Managed crop production activities, primarily tobacco and tomatoes, to support consistent agricultural output.
- Oversaw a feedlot operation of approximately 200 head of cattle, ensuring efficient livestock management and productivity.
- Responsible for workshop management, ensuring effective servicing, maintenance and reliability of all farm equipment.
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic - Barlows Eastern Transvaal Equipment Company - Middelburg Transvaal, South Africa
(1981-01 - 1987-03)
- Obtained an apprenticeship as Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic specializing in Caterpillar earthmoving equipment.
- Gained three years of workshop experience in the servicing, repair and overhaul of heavy machinery components.
- Completed three years of field service, performing onsite diagnostics, maintenance and repair of Caterpillar earthmoving machines including complete component change-outs in demanding operational environments.
