Operations Manager - 927 Wilhelm Office Block
(2024-01)
- Develop and implement proactive strategies to identify potential security risks and prevent incidents
- Design, install, and maintain effective security systems
- Oversees daily surveillance of retail spaces and responds promptly to emergencies
- Coordinates with law enforcement and local authorities on security, safety, and compliance matters
- Plans staffing requirements
- Assesses security infrastructure needs and manages the sourcing and procurement of equipment
- Establishes and enforces access control policies, procedures, and security protocols
- Prepares and manages operational budgets, ensuring effective cost control
- Develops and maintains emergency response plans for various risk scenarios
- Oversees the overall administration of facility operations, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Implements and monitors safety policies and compliance standards across the complex
- Conducts financial planning, including forecasting and managing expenditure schedules
- Ensures adherence to all legal, occupational health and safety regulations through inspections and reports
- Monitors operational performance to ensure efficiency within approved budget limits
- Manages procurement processes for equipment, furnishings, and services in line with budget allocations
Boilermaker Supervisor / Operations Lead - Public Bonds & Projects - Thutuka Power Station, Hendrina Power Station, Arnot Power Station
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
- Supervised and coordinated milling plant, PF, PA & raw coal piping maintenance
- Supervised and coordinated repairs and refurbishment of burners and dampers
- Conducted quality control and progress inspections on all work streams
- Ensured adherence to risk assessments, method statements, permit-to-work systems, hot work permits, and tool inspections
- Prepared repair schedules and progress reports as per the scope of work
- Coordinated with QC department to ensure quality and welding processes were maintained
Piping Supervisor / Site Operations Manager - Babcock - Kusile Power Station
(2020-01 - 2020-03)
- Supervised and controlled erection activities as per Inspection Test Plan
- Conducted quality control and progress inspections
- Followed up on Method Statements and Risk Assessments
- Accountable for material identification, tracking, and issue to sub-contractors
- Prepared daily progress reports at end of each workday
Piping Supervisor / Multi-Contractor Operations - Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Africa (IMS Africa) - Kusile Power Station
(2016-04 - 2019-12)
- Managed, supervised, and coordinated site activities of sub-contract companies (high and low-pressure piping systems), mechanical equipment, and outage projects
- Supervised and controlled erection as per Inspection Test Plan
- Conducted quality control and progress inspections
- Followed up on Method Statements and Risk Assessments
- Accountable for material identification, tracking, and issue to sub-contractors
- Coordinated and communicated with QC and NDT departments to maintain quality and welding processes
Supervisor / Facilities & Operations Supervisor - Steinmüller Africa – Bilfinger - Medupi Power Station, Kusile Power Station, Duvha Power Station, Petro SA
(2013-07 - 2016-03)
- Provided technical support, monitoring, and leadership to increase quality and output during membrane wall construction
- Controlled construction, assembly, and connection of superheater element supports, coils, and headers
- Managed workflow, production processes, and fabrication quality across multiple sites
- Coordinated with QC and NDT divisions to maintain welding procedures and quality standards
Technical Manager - Chippa Investment Holdings
(2010-01 - 2013-06)
- Designed masonry equipment including brick-making machines, batching plants, conveyors, hoppers, and concrete mixers
- Supervised fabrication and installation of masonry equipment
- Prepared Work Instruction Documents, Bills of Materials, Quotes, Invoices, and Procurement documents
- Planned and scheduled engineering work to meet monthly targets
- Attended client meetings to address engineering challenges; cultivated client relationships
Team Leader / Supervisor (Boilermaking & Pipefitting) - Gascon Pty (Ltd)
(2008-01 - 2009-12)
- Managed cryogenic team in the research and production of cryogenic pressure vessels
- Developed expertise in flux core, double TIG, plasma TIG, and other welding processes
- Fabricated LPG semi-trailers (PD5500), deep-sea diving chambers, and ASME-certified gas tanks
Technical Manager - Van Kemp Engineering
(2003-09 - 2007-12)
- Designed and drafted brick machines, plants, and masonry equipment
- Supervised fabrication and installation of equipment; created Work Instruction Documents and Bills of Materials
- Interacted with clients daily to meet specific requirements; planned and scheduled engineering work
- Inspected worksites and ensured contractors completed scope of work as per specifications
- Ensured adherence to risk assessments, method statements, permit-to-work systems, hot work permits, and tool inspections
- Prepared repair schedules and progress reports as per the scope of work
- Coordinated with QC department to ensure quality and welding processes were maintained
Boilermaker / Offshore Welder - Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc. - Ocean Patriot Oil Rig
(2003-06 - 2003-08)
Boilermaker / Foreman - JCR Engineering
(2002-03 - 2003-05)
Manufacturing of stainless steel tanks for wine and dairy industries, food & beverage packaging equipment
Boilermaker - Industaff Solutions
(2001-06 - 2002-02)
Manufacture food packaging and filling machines
Lecturer / Practical Skills Instructor - Athlone Technical College
(1997-06 - 2001-05)
Mathematics, Waste Water Treatment, Engineering Science, Trade Theory & Practical
Boilermaker / Offshore Welder - Dunmec Engineering / De Beers Marine
(1996-02 - 1996-12)
Apprentice / Boilermaker / Team Leader - Grotto Steel
(1989-02 - 1996-02)
Manufacture pressure vessels, steel structures, road tankers, food & beverage industry equipment
