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.
