Lithemba Bozo

Operated industrial wastewater treatment processes. Collected and analysed process samples. Monitored biological treatment systems and bioreactors.

Process Operator - Astron Energy

(2020-02 - 2021-02)

• Operated industrial wastewater treatment processes.
• Collected and analysed process samples.
• Monitored biological treatment systems and bioreactors.
• Performed routine inspections on pumps and associated equipment.
• Assisted with preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensured compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Field Worker – Professional Mobile Mapping - Umsobomvu Municipality

(2022-08 - 2022-09)

• Conducted professional mapping of municipal infrastructure assets.
• Verified electricity and water meter locations.
• Updated municipal asset registers using mobile mapping technology.
• Collected accurate field data to support municipal infrastructure planning.
• Worked effectively with project teams to ensure data accuracy and timely completion.

Process Technician - PepsiCo

(2023-02 - 2024-02)

• Operated snack manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Performed product changeovers and monitored production efficiency.
• Conducted routine quality inspections to ensure compliance with HACCP and GMP requirements.
• Assisted with process optimisation to improve productivity and minimise downtime.
• Maintained production records and supported continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensured compliance with health, safety and food quality standards.

Metallurgist - Minopex

(2024-02 - 2024-11)

• Monitored and optimised Dense Media Separation (DMS) plant performance.
• Controlled FeSi consumption, media density, cyclone pressure and cut-point.
• Conducted routine metallurgical sampling and plant inspections.
• Performed process troubleshooting and recommended corrective actions.
• Compiled daily, monthly production and metallurgical reports.
• Assisted with continuous improvement projects aimed at improving recovery and reducing operating costs.
• Ensured compliance with safety procedures and company standards.

Metallurgist - Minopex

(2024-12 - 2025-07)

Analysed laboratory and plant data to improve recovery and operational efficiency.

• Operated and optimised PGM flotation circuits to maximise recovery and concentrate grade.
• Conducted metallurgical sampling and interpreted plant performance data.
• Monitored reagent consumption and flotation performance.
• Performed metallurgical accounting and production reporting.
• Assisted with process improvement initiatives and flotation optimisation trials.
• Worked closely with operations to improve plant performance while maintaining safety standards.

Metallurgist - Minopex

(2025-07 - 2026-02)

• Operated and monitored the High Purity Manganese Oxide (HPMO) pilot plant.
• Controlled leaching, crystallisation, washing and filtration processes.
• Monitored process parameters to ensure product quality and plant stability.
• Developed and maintained metallurgical spreadsheets for process monitoring and reporting.
• Assisted in reviewing Plant Procedures and Permit to Operate (PTO) documentation.
• Supported process optimisation initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
• Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to maintain safe and efficient plant operations.

National Diploma - Chemical Engineering - Cape Peninsula University of Technology (2020 - 2020)

Advanced Diploma - Chemical Engineering - Cape Peninsula University of Technology (2021 - 2021)