Berlinda Simelane

I am a dedicated and experienced Grade Controller and an Administrator. I seek challenging opportunities where I can fully use my skills for the success of the organisation

Ore Quality Controller - Tharisa Mine

(2026-06 - 2026-11)

Responsibilities

• Conduct systematic sampling of ROM, product, and chrome stockpiles as per mine SOP and sampling standards
• Collect representative samples to determine Cr2O3 grade for processing
• Label, record, and dispatch samples to the laboratory and track results
• Perform visual inspections for gangue, oxidation, sizing, and foreign material on stockpiles and conveyor transfer points
• Maintain and clean sampling equipment to prevent cross-contamination between different chrome grades
• Communicate quality issues to Shift Supervisors and Geologists for immediate action

Maintenance Coordinator - Only Realty Property Group

(2024-08 - 2024-06)

Responsibilities

• Receive and promptly log maintenance requests from tenants
• Schedule maintenance work with contractors and service providers within minimal timelines
• Follow up with contractors to ensure work is completed within agreed timelines
• Confirm completion of maintenance tasks with Landlords and Tenants
• Maintain records of maintenance requests, quotes, approvals and invoices
• Scheduling entry and exit, as well as any interim, inspections promptly and ensuring the agent has access to the inspection
• Prepare inspection documentation and checklist
• Record inspection findings and assisting in coordinating repairs identified during inspections
• Process rental applications and tenant documentation
• Drafting of lease agreements and addendums
• Send renewal reminders to agents, tenants, landlords as required
• Ensure all lease documents are signed and properly stored

Guesthouse Administrator - Khubonye Guesthouse

(2023-02 - 2024-07)

Responsibilities

• Manage guest bookings and reservations
• Handle check-in and check-out processes
• Coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance staff
• Handle guest queries and complaints
• Manage front desk operations and cash handling
• Maintain accurate records of guest stays and payments
• Source and manage suppliers for guest house needs
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Provide excellent customer service to guests

Grade Controller - Pilanesburg Platinum Mines

(2008-10 - 2017-05)

Responsibilities

• Overseeing RC drilling operations ensuring quality and safety
• Logging and interpreting geological data from drill samples
• Managing drill rigs and crew, optimizing drilling efficiency
• Conducting geological surface mapping
• Marking and delineation- Paint ore/waste boundaries on the pit floor so operators know where to dig
• Decide what's ore, low grade or waste based on cut off grade
• Writing detailed geological reports and inputting data
• Coordinate with geologists and other stakeholders into CAds mine software
• Make sure trucks tip ore at the ROM, waste goes to waste dump
• Supervising stockpile management and implementing grade control procedures
• Maintaining accurate records of drilling activities and results
• Maintain geological databases and maps
• Provide administrative support to geological teams
• Manage geological sample tracking and storage
• Capturing data (RC data) on SABLE

Underground Geological Technician - Goldfields

(2007-07 - 2008-02)

Responsibilities

• Mapping and interpreting underground geological structures
• Logging and sampling underground drill core and face samples
• Collaborated with production teams to locate reefs and identify geological features
• Updated geological plans and ensured data accuracy for daily reports

Geological Field Assistant - SRK Consulting

(2005-08 - 2007-02)

Responsibilities

• Collected soil samples from field sites for geotechnical analysis
• Logging samples and transport them to their designated area
• Performed geological administrative tasks including data entry and report preparation

Matric - Nyanga High School (1999 - 1999)

Diploma - Geology - Tshwane University of Technology (2005 - 2005)