Long Term Maintenance Planner

• Jul 2023 - Present

Outage Planner / Shutdown Planner

• Feb 2021 - May 2023

Preparing and establishing baseline schedules, controls budgets, and resource load schedules in conjunction with Project Management, Engineering, and Construction Management Teams to monitor cost and schedule alignment. Determining project scope, creating work schedules, and estimating resources and costs. Responsible for planning and monitoring the progress of projects throughout project life cycles. Identifying risks, and taking remedial actions to address risks impacting project duration and costs. Show less

Mechanical Project Engineer

• Nov 2020 - Feb 2021

Led a cross-functional team in implementing across-the-board improvements to the production process. Troubleshoot processes to reduce rates of errors, breakages, and substandard production. Created protocols for regular maintenance, inspection, and service to optimize machinery function to avoid breakdowns. Prepared annual Maintenance budget forecasts and all Capital Expenditure proposals and ensured compliance with legal standards. Analyzed project specifications, developed work schedules, delegated tasks to different teams, and engaged stakeholders timeously. Show less

Maintenance Planner - SAP Specialist

• Jun 2019 - Nov 2020

Led and drove excellence in maintenance to support the Site Operations through practical and effective application of maintenance philosophy driving innovative and cost-effective solutions, ensured best practices and compliance requirements are met to deliver high asset reliability. Planned, scheduled, and coordinated all maintenance work including shutdown as required. Followed up on the maintenance plan to ensure completion and managed backlog. Planned and Scheduled resources required for execution and ensured proper execution of all planned maintenance work. Assumed responsibility for the operation and control of the Computerized Maintenance Management System and all maintenance. Liaised with the production team with regards to work status and critical work. Completed preventive maintenance schedule with allocation of jobs to individual artisans. Allocated ad-hoc breakdowns and repairs to artisans. Ensured routine and critical spares are available for planned work, liaising with maintenance coordinator / manager/site engineer on external suppliers or contract work requirements. Served as key liaison between maintenance personnel, operations, and suppliers. Maintained all records and files essential to meaningful analysis and reporting of maintenance related matters. Produced maintenance KPIs as required. Analysed equipment data to use planned maintenance to maximise equipment availability. Show less

Outage Planner / Shutdown Planner

• Jun 2018 - Jun 2019

Involved in planning and setting up of initial project schedule with project manager’s input.Ensured that internal planning processes and work instructions were followed on all assigned projects to allow for consistency and reporting. Ensured all issues within the programme are highlighted and understood by the Project Manager and gave appropriate planning advice.Picked up schedule discrepancies and logic errors.Highlighted critical path and resource loading issues.Tracked baseline vs actual progress on schedules. Weekly reporting to internal and external parties by means of schedule updates and progress reporting. Show less

Maintenance Planner - SAP Consultant

• May 2016 - Jun 2018

Responsible for planning and executing SAP Implementation, and Development Support activities regard to SAP Plant Maintenance for the Power Station fleet.Developed and implemented project lifecycle for Eskom and also prepared and facilitated assessment workshops to determine the needs of the Eskom Power Stations.Configured entire master data, Serial number, BOM, Maintenance Task list, Measuring point, counters, PM work centers, and Maintenance plans.Integrated PM with MM, QM, PP, FICO & PS modules and with external applications. Show less

Engineering Lecturer

• Aug 2015 - May 2016

Provided high quality delivery of subjects as required of the programme and defined by the curriculum. Developed appropriate lecture material using multimedia for N1 to N6 engineering subjects. Ensured teaching environment supported the wellbeing and safety of learners. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Provided high quality delivery of subjects as required of the programme and defined by the curriculum. Developed appropriate lecture material using multimedia for N1 to N6 engineering subjects. Ensured teaching environment supported the wellbeing and safety of learners. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Maintenance Planner

• Feb 2008 - Apr 2015

Developed and implemented preventative maintenance plans to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency. Used CMMS software to schedule, track, and report on maintenance activities. Coordinated with maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure that maintenance tasks are completed on time and within budget. Analysed maintenance data and identified trends to proactively address potential issues. Ensured that all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with company policies and procedures, and relevant regulations. Continuously monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of maintenance processes and made recommendations for improvements. Proficient in using CMMS software (SAP, Onkey, MIMS etc.) and MS Office applications. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Show less

Project Management Officer

• Jan 2006 - Feb 2008

Defined and maintained standards for engineering project management. Provided guidance and standards in the execution of engineering projects. Created tangible goals, aligned with the overall organization's vision, and ensured all targets are met. Contributed to the creation and implementation of best practice maintenance vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance. Updated and maintained CMMS to ensure all systems data is complete, and to ensure the system performs required functions and manufacturing costs are minimized. Managed parts inventory based on demand and cost targets. Show less

Mechanical Artisan/ Technician

• Dec 2003 - Dec 2005

Investigated, diagnosed, and performed trade related maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery according to maintenance requirements. Performed inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, manufacturing, and Company standards. Performed maintenance repairs, fabrication, and installation work on all assigned equipment. Reported all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the foreman Developed, modified, constructed, and installed related equipment required for the safe operation of all engineering equipment. Identified spares requirements and ordered according to departmental procedure. Communicated with clients and supervisors to inform on maintenance activities performed and re-start of equipment. Created and maintained job cards. Ensured personal and co-workers’ adherence and compliance to Security and Company’s SHE objectives. Worked overtime, standby and was always available for callouts when needed. Show less