Gideon Van Zyl

Experienced industrial maintenance professional with strong background in conveyor systems within a high-pressure FMCG manufacturing environment. Over 8 years of hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance, with 4 years in a supervisory role managing teams of up to 12 employees. Strong technical ability in preventative maintenance, breakdown response, and conveyor system reliability.

Proven ability to support maintenance planning processes, track downtime, manage reporting systems, and implement condition monitoring tools using Excel-based systems. Currently seeking a transition into a Maintenance Planner or Maintenance Coordinator role.

Maintenance Supervisor / Fitter - Quantum Industrial Maintenance Services - Springs, Gauteng

(2017-01)

• Supervised maintenance team of 12 employees in FMCG conveyor environment
• Attended maintenance planning and shutdown meetings with planners
• Compiled weekly downtime reports and corrective action analysis
• Managed safety compliance, medical scheduling, and safety files
• Developed Excel-based conveyor chain wear prediction system
• Implemented spare parts tracking and inventory visibility system
• Coordinated shutdown execution and task allocation
• Preventative and breakdown maintenance on conveyor systems
• Routine inspections to prevent equipment failure
• Emergency breakdown response under production pressure
• Mechanical repairs including alignment, replacement and adjustment

Grade 10 - Johan Jurgens Secondary School

Mechanical Fitter Competency Course - Mechanical Maintenance