Susillan Moodley

Strategic Mine Maintenance Planning and Reliability leader with 30+ years of international experience across heavy industry, manufacturing and mining in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and South America. Proven expertise in maintenance management, maintenance planning, work management, CMMS implementation, master data governance, shutdown planning, RCM, KPI management, and maintenance strategy development. Strong record of building high-performing maintenance and reliability teams, improving availability and reliability, and delivering safe, cost-effective maintenance in operational environments

Maintenance Planning, Reliability & CMMS Consulting (Mining & Heavy Industry) at Stratmar Integrated Solutions (2025-08 – Present)

Providing expert consultancy to mining and heavy industry sectors in the following areas: Asset Management, Maintenance Management, Maintenance Planning & Reliability, Inventory Management, Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), and Master Data Management (MM & PM)

HME Maintenance Planning & Reliability Superintendent (Greenfield Project) at Nord Rim DMCC (2023-04 – 2025-07)

Managed HME maintenance planning, scheduling, and reliability activities across mine operations, leading a team of 35 Maintenance Planners, Schedulers and Reliability Engineers. Played a key role in preparing the Maintenance Planning and Reliability department for operational startup. Developed and implemented short-, medium-, and long-term maintenance plans aligned with Life of Mine (LOM) requirements.

Led CMMS implementation, master data governance, budgeting, maintenance performance KPIs, and work management processes

• Successfully implemented the CMMS ahead of schedule and within budget, delivering cost savings of $1 million
• Recruited, trained, and developed the Maintenance Planning and Reliability team prior to operational start-up
• Established and optimized maintenance work management processes, improving workflow efficiency

HME Maintenance Planning Superintendent at Newmont Corporation (2020-04 – 2023-03)

Managed maintenance planning and reliability functions for mine HME assets, leading a team of 21 Maintenance Planners, Schedulers, and Reliability Engineers. Developed and implemented Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM) programmes and optimized maintenance strategies to improve equipment performance and reliability. Led work management process deployment and maintained SAP CMMS master data integrity

• Increased primary equipment availability to 90% through the optimization of preventive maintenance strategies
• Implemented SAP mWorkOrder, reducing Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and improving equipment availability
• Optimized RCM strategies, increasing Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and overall equipment reliability
• Strengthened maintenance planning and scheduling processes to improve work execution efficiency and asset performance

Superintendent Maintenance Planning & Asset Integrity at Ambatovy Nickel Mine (2019-07 – 2020-03)

Managed maintenance planning, reliability, and asset integrity functions for fixed plant and HME assets, leading a team of 40 personnel. Accountable for maintenance planning and scheduling, lifecycle planning (1-, 5-, and 10-year plans), budgeting, reliability improvements, and CMMS data integrity. Ensured assets remained operational, reliable, and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle

• Developed and implemented multi-year maintenance plans to support accurate budgeting and efficient resource allocation
• Reviewed and optimized preventative maintenance programmes, improving equipment availability and reliability
• Improved work execution and maintenance processes, reducing operational downtime and increasing efficiency

Superintendent Maintenance Planning & Asset Management (Greenfield Project) at Maaden Phosphate Company (2016-10 – 2019-06)

Managed greenfield project setup for the Maintenance Planning and Asset Management function for both HME and process plant operations, leading a team of 35 responsible for asset management, maintenance planning and scheduling. Led the implementation of Oracle eAM CMMS and was accountable for master data governance. Delivered comprehensive planning for PCRs, shutdowns, turnarounds, and daily maintenance activities within safety and budgetary requirements.

Ensured assets remained operational, reliable and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle

• Successfully implemented the Oracle eAM CMMS system, delivering savings of $1 million
• Built, recruited, and led the Maintenance Planning and Asset Management teams from project initiation through operational readiness
• Implemented an effective Maintenance Work Management framework, improving workflow execution, equipment reliability, and maintenance efficiency
• Developed maintenance planning and asset management strategies to support long-term operational performance and asset integrity

Consulting Leader - Maintenance & Reliability (Mining) at DuPont Sustainable Solutions (2015-03 – 2016-09)

Led consulting engagements on asset care and reliability for mining clients across Southern Africa. Provided subject matter expertise in Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and maintenance performance management. Developed and deployed maintenance strategies, plans, and CMMS master data. Supported clients with CMMS implementations and delivered training on world-class maintenance practices

• Developed and implemented RCM programmes that enhanced equipment reliability across various mining sites
• Improved availability by reviewing and optimising preventative and predictive maintenance strategies
• Provided strategic asset management support and training to mining clients

Senior Asset Care Consultant at CCI-Growthcon (2013-04 – 2015-02)

PROJECT MANAGER - RCM PROJECT FOR CCI GROWTHCON AT BHP BILLITON MOZAMBIQUE. Led consulting engagements focused on asset care, maintenance, and reliability for mining clients across Southern Africa. Provided subject matter expertise in Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and maintenance performance management.

Developed and implemented maintenance strategies, maintenance plans, and CMMS master data structures. Supported clients with CMMS implementations and delivered training in world-class maintenance and asset management practices

• Developed and implemented RCM programmes that improved equipment reliability across multiple mining operations
• Improved equipment availability through the review and optimization of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
• Provided strategic asset management support and technical guidance to enhance maintenance performance and operational efficiency

Senior Maintenance Planning Engineer (Greenfield Project) at Qatalum Aluminium (2009-08 – 2012-12)

Participated in the establishment of the Asset Management System and SAP CMMS implementation during a greenfield startup, overseeing the development of maintenance strategies, task lists, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) based on OEM guidelines. Managed a team of Maintenance Planners, coordinated predictive and preventive maintenance programmes, supported Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities, ensured statutory compliance, and led contractor and spare parts management activities

• Implemented the SAP CMMS ahead of schedule, including BOMs, task lists, and maintenance workflows
• Improved equipment reliability by 30% and reduced spare parts costs by 20% through the development of a repairable spares process and continuous optimization of maintenance strategies
• Developed maintenance performance KPIs and weekly schedules using MS Project, led RCA investigations applying RCM principles, and trained personnel on maintenance planning and SAP PM functionality

MRP Specialist (Greenfield Project) at Sohar Aluminium (2007-07 – 2009-07)

Led the implementation of the SAP Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system for the maintenance department, ensuring seamless integration of inventory and procurement processes during a large-scale smelter startup. Managed a team of MRP Controllers and warehouse personnel, driving improvements in material availability, inventory control, and operational efficiency

• Spearheaded the successful implementation of SAP MRP, from MM master data creation through to automated MRP runs, enabling efficient purchasing and inventory management processes
• Reduced stockouts by 20% and improved spare parts availability by 25% through optimized inventory management and enhanced procurement processes

Various Positions: Millwright; Maintenance Planner; MRP Controller at BHP Billiton (Hillside Aluminium) (1995-05 – 2007-06)

Mechanical Fitter / Trainee Mechanical Fitter at SASOL 3 (Petrochemical) (1992-04 – 1995-04)

Engineering Diploma in Mechanical – UNISA (2004)

Diploma in Management – Hawthorne University (BHP Billiton Internal Management Program) (2000)

Trade in Millwright – Metal Industries Training Board (2000)

Trade in Mechanical Fitter – Sasol Synfuels (1993)

Grade 12 in Matric – Stanger Manor Secondary School (1987)