Janneman Smit
Senior Condition Monitoring & Vibration Analysis Specialist
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About
Highly experienced Condition Monitoring and Vibration Analysis Specialist with over 21 years of proven performance across power generation and mining industries. CAT3 Vibration Analyst ISO 18436 -2 professional specializing in predictive maintenance, reliability improvement, and fault diagnosis of critical rotating equipment. Recognized for strong on-site leadership, maintaining high equipment availability, and delivering reliable technical solutions in demanding industrial environments.
Experience
Online Condition Monitoring Specialist at JWA Condition Monitoring (2025-10 – Present)
- Perform ad hoc remote vibration analysis and diagnostics for multiple mining operations.
- Provide technical recommendations to support maintenance and reliability teams.
- Support proactive maintenance planning to reduce unplanned downtime.
Site Manager at Guduza Engineering (2022-08 – 2025-10)
- Managed site-wide condition monitoring operations within a large-scale power generation environment.
- Led and developed condition monitoring personnel, ensuring adherence to safety and reliability standards.
- Delivered accurate diagnostics and actionable insights to support plant reliability and availability.
- Coordinated maintenance support activities to minimise downtime and optimise performance.
Condition Monitoring Specialist at Yellotec (2020-08 – 2022-08)
- Conducted vibration analysis on critical rotating equipment within power generation facilities.
- Produced detailed technical reports and diagnostic recommendations.
- Supported maintenance planning through data-driven condition monitoring insights.
Site Manager at WearCheck Africa (2013-01 – 2020-08)
- Managed condition monitoring operations across multiple industrial and power generation sites.
- Served as Site Manager at Camden Power Station (2013–2018) and Tongaat Hulett Sugar (2018–2020).
- Led site teams and ensured compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Maintained high equipment availability through proactive maintenance coordination.
Site Manager at ABB South Africa (2010-01 – 2013-12)
- Managed condition monitoring activities within power station environments.
- Supported reliability improvement initiatives through advanced diagnostics and reporting.
Contract Manager / Vibration Analyst at Rotek Engineering (2007-01 – 2009-12)
- Performed vibration analysis and supported maintenance teams in diagnosing equipment faults.
- Managed contracts and coordinated technical service delivery.
Fitter and Turner (2004-01 – 2006-12)
- Conducted mechanical maintenance and provided support on industrial machinery.
- Developed strong foundational skills in equipment maintenance and fault finding.
