Absolon Collinse
Maintenance Coordinator / Manager
Paarl
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Coordinator with a proven track record at Three Streams Smokehouse, excelling in preventive maintenance planning and effective time management. Enhanced equipment uptime through strategic scheduling and fostered collaborative teamwork to meet tight deadlines. Recognized for strong analytical problem-solving skills and commitment to health compliance, ensuring operational excellence.
Self-motivated Maintenance Coordinator with outstanding experience in actively maintaining facilities and grounds. Successful in promptly responding to maintenance needs and completing quality repair work.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Coordinator / Manager
Three Streams Smokehouse Pty LTD
05.2009 - 05.2025
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during unexpected breakdowns, mitigating risks to personnel safety and production timelines.
- Assisted upper management in developing long-term strategies for improving overall plant reliability by providing input based on past experiences.
- Leveraged strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines, ensuring the timely completion of all tasks.
- Improved equipment uptime by implementing preventive maintenance schedules and coordinating routine inspections.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Monitor and Control Fire System , Effluent Plant and Health & Safety
Building Assistant
JJ Dempers Master Builders
03.1990 - 03.2007
- Ensured compliance with local building codes by staying up-to-date on regulatory requirements and working closely with inspectors during periodic evaluations.
- Streamlined work order processes to expedite repairs and minimize downtime for building facilities.
- Contributed to lease negotiations, helping secure favorable terms for both property owners and tenants alike.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for services such as landscaping, maintenance, or security providers while ensuring high-quality work standards were met consistently.
- Maintained a clean, well-functioning building by supervising janitorial staff and overseeing regular cleaning schedules.
Army Sargent
SANDF
01.1988 - 01.1990
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
PST Training / Pro Skills Development / FSE Foods
Bellville, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Preventive maintenance planning
Health compliance expertise
Meeting scheduling
Equipment assessment
Equipment maintenance
Financial budget oversight
Collaborative teamwork
Maintenance of tools and equipment
Proficient in maintenance
Preventive maintenance scheduling
Analytical problem-solving
Team leadership
Effective time management
Effective multitasking
Technical troubleshooting expertise
Strong verbal communication
Rugby / Cricket / Hocky / Soccer
Support Good Rugby as a Sport in any Country.
Part of Cricket coaching at School level.
My Daughter is Coaching the 2nd team at Maties and Paarl Gim and support her.
Love watching soccer because its more competitive all over the world.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Maintenance Coordinator / Manager
Three Streams Smokehouse Pty LTD
05.2009 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
PST Training / Pro Skills Development / FSE Foods
04.2001 -
Building Assistant
JJ Dempers Master Builders
03.1990 - 03.2007
Army Sargent
SANDF
01.1988 - 01.1990