Obakeng Moroeng

Trade-tested Fitter and experienced Mechanical Foreman with more than two decades of mining and plant maintenance experience across gold and platinum operations. Strong background in supervising mechanical teams, preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment inspections, installations, shutdown planning and commissioning. Experienced in maintenance planning, CAPEX requirements, Scopes of Work (SOW), critical and consumable spares, asset reliability, safety compliance, quality control and staff development.

Proven ability to coordinate maintenance activities, troubleshoot mechanical failures and minimise equipment downtime while maintaining safe and efficient operations.

Mechanical Foreman - Pan African Resources - Mogale Tailings Retreatment - Krugersdorp

(2024-09)

• Oversee mechanical maintenance and repairs to support safe, reliable and efficient plant operation.
• Develop and coordinate shutdown plans, including work scope, manpower, resources, scheduling and execution of maintenance activities.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance activities and coordinate inspections to identify mechanical defects before they result in equipment downtime.
• Support equipment installations and commissioning activities for the Mogale Tailings Retreatment project.
• Prepare and manage CAPEX requirements for mechanical projects, equipment upgrades and major maintenance work.
• Develop and review Scopes of Work (SOW) for contractors and mechanical projects, defining technical requirements, deliverables and safety expectations.
• Plan work and allocate activities for a mechanical team of approximately 32 employees according to priorities, equipment availability and employee competencies.
• Monitor workmanship, equipment condition and maintenance quality, and coordinate troubleshooting and repairs to minimise downtime.
• Support effective management of mechanical resources, tools, materials and spares required for maintenance execution.
• Coach and develop team members through appropriate delegation, guidance and opportunities for skills development.
• Ensure maintenance work is performed in accordance with site safety requirements, procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain focus on accurate maintenance planning, work execution and continuous improvement of mechanical reliability.

Site Manager - Wattpower Process Innovations - Rustenburg

(2023-05 - 2024-08)

• Managed daily site operations, equipment maintenance, work records and material usage.
• Prepared weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management.
• Conducted regular site meetings and coordinated teams to resolve operational issues and track progress.
• Managed budgets and introduced cost-saving measures in material procurement and labour utilisation.
• Maintained site records and evaluated performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Developed quality control procedures and delivered training to new employees.
• Strengthened safety practices through training, compliance monitoring and enforcement.

Mechanical Foreman - Upward Spiral 1471 - Boksburg

(2021-10 - 2023-05)

• Reduced downtime by troubleshooting mechanical problems and coordinating repairs.
• Developed work schedules, allocated resources and managed maintenance priorities.
• Implemented preventive maintenance practices to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment life.
• Managed multidisciplinary maintenance teams of up to 56 employees.
• Monitored safety compliance, conducted audits and supported employee training and mentoring.
• Reviewed maintenance expenditure and identified opportunities for cost and efficiency improvements.
• Evaluated equipment condition, workmanship and root causes of mechanical faults.

Site Manager - Golaotswe Mining Services - Union Mine / Siyanda Bakgatla; Anglo Platinum (Amandelbult / Mototolo); Swartklip / Northam / Lydenburg

(2019-08 - 2020-09)

• Managed site activities with emphasis on safe execution, compliance and quality.
• Managed site budgets, procurement of materials, inventory and spares.
• Coordinated daily tasks, employee schedules, project milestones and resource allocation.
• Monitored project progress and proactively addressed delays, risks and performance deviations.
• Conducted site inspections for compliance with safety requirements, quality standards and project specifications.
• Provided leadership, coaching, development and conflict resolution for site teams.

Maintenance Fitter - Mogale (Mintails) Gold Mining Company Ltd/Pty - Krugersdorp

(2015-04 - 2018-08)

• Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial machinery and heavy equipment.
• Diagnosed mechanical problems and completed repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams, blueprints and manufacturer instructions.
• Participated in root cause investigations and implemented corrective actions for recurring faults.
• Dismantled, repaired, replaced and reassembled defective mechanical components.
• Maintained accurate maintenance records and complied with environmental and safety requirements.

Engineering Assistant / Fitter / Mechanical Foreman - Harmony Gold Mining Pty Ltd - Carletonville

(1998-05 - 2015-03)

Progressed through engineering assistant, fitter and mechanical foreman responsibilities over a long-term mining career.

• Managed mechanical teams of up to 45 employees and allocated work according to skills, workload and operational priorities.
• Supported development and implementation of maintenance systems and preventive maintenance programmes.
• Planned maintenance and repairs to reduce downtime and improve equipment availability.
• Promoted safety through inspections, risk assessments, training and compliance with site procedures.
• Mentored less-experienced employees and supported skills development within the engineering team.
• Managed equipment inventories, maintenance records, technical documentation and quality control.
• Diagnosed critical machinery faults and supported continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.

Trade Certificate - Fitter (Including Machining) - Quality Council for Trades & Occupations (QCTO) (2006 - 2006)

National N3 Certificate - Engineering Studies - Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training

N2 Certificate - Engineering Studies - Department of Higher Education and Training

Senior Certificate (1995 - 1995)