Tina Naidoo

Experienced business owner and aluminium industry professional with more than 18 years of hands-on experience in aluminium windows, doors, glazing, manufacturing, installation, project management, and business operations. As the owner and Managing Member of Ballito Aluminium & Glass, I have successfully managed all aspects of the business, including client relations, estimating, production planning, procurement, manufacturing, quality assurance, installation, and staff management. I have built a reputation for delivering high-quality workmanship while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

A results-driven leader with strong technical knowledge of aluminium systems, glazing products, and construction processes, combined with excellent problem-solving and customer service skills.

Managing Member / Owner at Ballito Aluminium & Glass (2016-01 – Present)

Responsible for the complete management and operation of a successful aluminium manufacturing and installation company specialising in residential and commercial projects.

• Manage all day-to-day business operations.
• Conduct client consultations and site measurements.
• Prepare manufacturing measurements and cutting lists.
• Plan and coordinate factory production schedules.
• Manage procurement of aluminium profiles, hardware and glass.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding stock, deliveries and quality issues.
• Supervise manufacturing processes to ensure quality standards.
• Perform final factory inspections before products are dispatched.
• Oversee installation teams on residential and commercial projects.
• Conduct on-site quality inspections.
• Resolve technical manufacturing and installation challenges.
• Manage customer service and after-sales support.
• Schedule installations, maintenance and repairs.
• Lead and supervise a team of installers and factory personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
• Attend client and contractor meetings to discuss technical project requirements.
• Successfully owned and managed a growing aluminium business since 2016.
• Built strong relationships with suppliers, contractors and repeat clients.
• Delivered numerous residential and commercial aluminium projects throughout KwaZulu-Natal.
• Maintained high standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Operator at Thembisizwe Staff Placement / IQ Engineering (2014-04 – 2015-03)

• Performed maintenance work on naval vessels at the South African Shipyard, Durban Harbour.
• Worked within strict safety and engineering procedures.
• Assisted with maintenance and repair operations.

Site Supervisor at Dolphin Coast Aluminium (2007-01 – 2014-03)

• Supervised aluminium installation teams.
• Managed installation of windows, doors and glazing systems.
• Coordinated site activities.
• Ensured projects met quality standards and deadlines.
• Maintained communication with clients and contractors.

N3 in Electrical Engineering – Cato Manor Technical College

Certificate in Introduction to Computers (MS-DOS) (2007-07)

National Senior Certificate in Matric – Shakaskraal Secondary School