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Alfred Balfour

Pretoria,Gauteng
Alfred Balfour

Summary

Safety-minded mining professional skilled in equipment operation and maintenance. Understands mining requirements and works great with diverse crew members. Reliable and punctual team player. Skilled in conducting safety inspections and generating follow-up reports. Proficient in technical document analysis. Desire to apply knowledge and abilities toward any position. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable candidate with experience in planting, harvesting and caring for crops. Offers strong work ethic and works well both independently and as part of team. Hardworking with current driver's license, clean driving record and understanding of safe equipment operation. Over 3 years of working with both crops and livestock. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dependable worker knowledgeable about farm equipment and machinery and capable of performing routine maintenance and repairs. Helpful Farm Hand with outstanding knowledge of processes and equipment use and repair. Proven history of punctuality and consistently great work. Committed to providing best-in-class support and working quickly without sacrificing quality.

Overview

24
years of professional experience
12
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages

Work History

Northam Platinum Zondereinde

Shiftboss
03.2017 - 01.2024

Job overview

  • Managed and supervised a team of 20 employees during shifts, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations
  • Oversaw daily operations, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring productivity to meet production targets
  • Implemented process improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime, resulting in a 10% increase in overall productivity
  • Conducted regular safety inspections and trained employees on safe work practices, resulting in zero workplace incidents during tenure
  • Collaborated with other shift bosses and department managers to coordinate production schedules and resolve any operational issues.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Assmang Manganese

Shiftboss
03.2014 - 02.2017

Job overview

  • Managed a team of 15 workers as a Shiftboss, ensuring a smooth operation and adherence to safety protocols in a manufacturing environment
  • Implemented highly efficient shift schedules, resulting in a 20% increase in productivity and a reduction in overtime costs by 15% within six months
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for the team, identifying areas for improvement and implementing training programs, resulting in a 10% improvement in overall performance
  • Led the implementation of new operational procedures and equipment, resulting in a 30% reduction in production downtime and a 25% increase in equipment efficiency
  • Maintained strong communication channels with other shift supervisors and upper management, fostering a collaborative work environment and ensuring alignment on production targets and strategies.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Anglo Platinum Swartklip

Shiftboss
07.2000 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Responsible for overseeing a team of 10+ employees in a fast-paced retail environment as a Shiftboss
  • Successfully implemented new operational procedures, resulting in a 20% increase in productivity and a reduction in customer wait times by 15%
  • Trained and mentored new employees, resulting in improved efficiency and synergy within the team
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and ensure customer satisfaction
  • Achieved consistent high ratings on performance evaluations, showcasing exemplary leadership and communication skills.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.

Education

Stilfontein Highschool

Grade 12
01.1982 - 05.1994

Skills

Roof bolting

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Timeline

Shiftboss

Northam Platinum Zondereinde
03.2017 - 01.2024

Shiftboss

Assmang Manganese
03.2014 - 02.2017

Shiftboss

Anglo Platinum Swartklip
07.2000 - 01.2014

Stilfontein Highschool

Grade 12
01.1982 - 05.1994
Alfred Balfour