Barend Jacobus Cornelius Tromp
Pretoria North
Summary
Experienced workshop manager and certified diesel mechanic with a proven track record in managing earthmoving equipment maintenance and workshop operations. Expertise includes overseeing daily operations, optimising workflows, ensuring safety compliance, and leading teams to achieve performance goals. Skilled in diagnostics, repairs, resource management, and preventive maintenance across a wide range of heavy machinery and equipment. Holds a Red Seal Section 26D certification with extensive hands-on experience in engine rebuilding, troubleshooting, and technical supervision. Committed to delivering cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards and operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workshop Manager
Koidu Holdings
, Sierra Leone
01.2020 - 04.2025
- As workshop manager, I oversee all aspects of a workshop, including leading the team, managing resources, ensuring quality, and adhering to safety standards. I also focus on efficient workflows and cost-effective operations.
- Oversee daily operations: Ensure the workshop runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Plan and optimize workflow: Develop and implement efficient processes to maximize productivity.
- Manage resources: Oversee workforce, equipment, and materials to ensure they are available and utilized effectively.
- Schedule and assign tasks: Allocate jobs to technicians based on skills and workload.
- Monitor and control progress: Track project progress and ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
- Lead and motivate team: Inspire and guide technicians to achieve high performance and maintain a positive work environment.
- Performance management: Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and address any issues.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations: Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintain quality control standards: Ensure that all work meets the required standards and specifications.
- Address and resolve quality issues promptly: Identify and correct any problems that arise during the work process.
- Serve as a point of contact for clients: Provide updates on project progress and address any customer concerns.
- Manage client expectations and ensure customer satisfaction: Ensure that customers are happy with the service they receive.
- Lead and motivate a team of technicians and support staff: This includes fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Supervise and assign tasks: Allocate work to technicians and monitor their progress to ensure timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
- Address and resolve personnel issues: Handle performance issues, conflicts, and other concerns within the team.
- Routine Maintenance: Performing regular inspections, cleaning, and upkeep of equipment and facilities to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.
- Emergency Repairs: Respond promptly to urgent maintenance issues and make necessary repairs to minimize downtime and ensure safety.
- Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, performing repairs and maintenance on equipment and systems.
- Repairs: Fixing or replacing damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
- Installation: Installing new equipment, fixtures, or systems, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
- Electrical: Maintaining electrical systems, troubleshooting faults, and ensuring safety compliance.
- Safety Compliance: Ensuring adherence to safety regulations and procedures, including fire safety, carbon monoxide detection, and other safety systems.
- Inventory Management: Maintaining accurate records of supplies and equipment, ordering replacements as needed.
- Communication: Communicating with building occupants, supervisors, and contractors to coordinate work and address issues.
- Work Order Management: Following work orders and prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Liaising with External Specialists: Coordinating with external contractors for specialized repairs or installations.
- Installation and Setup: Install new software or equipment, ensuring proper configuration and functionality.
- Preventive Maintenance: Implement and conduct regular maintenance procedures to prevent equipment failures and ensure optimal performance.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment status, and repairs performed.
- Technical Documentation: Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manuals to assist with troubleshooting and repair.
- Communication: Communicate effectively with engineers, supervisors, and other stakeholders.
- Supervision: Supervise installation and assembly work done by other technicians and external vendors.
- Cost Management: Understand and operate within basic cost/budget measures.
- Budget Management: They manage the support budget, ensuring resources are used effectively.
- EQUPMENT: Engine Rebuilding Mitsubishi SDMO T2100, Engine Rebuilding CAT 3516B, Troubleshooting and Maintenance of 11x CAT 3516B Gensets.
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Koidu Holdings
, Sierra Leone
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Routine Maintenance: Performing scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication, according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Component Repair and Replacement: Repairing or replacing worn or faulty parts, such as bearings, pistons, gears, and major components like engines and hydraulic systems.
- Overhaul and Testing: Overhauling and testing major components, including engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting and resolving complex equipment malfunctions.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
- Training and Supervision: Providing guidance and training to junior technicians, and potentially supervising installation and assembly work.
- Inventory Management: Ordering and maintaining an inventory of spare parts and equipment.
- Communication and Collaboration: Communicating effectively with team members, operators, and other stakeholders.
- Specialized Skills: May require skills in welding, machining, and working with specialized equipment like micro-meters and tachometers.
- EQUPMENT: CAT Dozer D8, CAT Dozer D9, CAT Grader 140K, Volvo A40F ADT, Volvo A45G ADT, Volvo L120F Wheel Loader, Volvo L350F Wheel Loader, Mitsubishi GenSet (SDMO T2100), CAT GenSet (3516B).
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Matekane Group of Companies / MGC
, Lesotho
12.2016 - 06.2018
- Routine Maintenance: Performing scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication, according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Component Repair and Replacement: Repairing or replacing worn or faulty parts, such as bearings, pistons, gears, and major components like engines and hydraulic systems.
- Overhaul and Testing: Overhauling and testing major components, including engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting and resolving complex equipment malfunctions.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
- Training and Supervision: Providing guidance and training to junior technicians, and potentially supervising installation and assembly work.
- Inventory Management: Ordering and maintaining an inventory of spare parts and equipment.
- Communication and Collaboration: Communicating effectively with team members, operators, and other stakeholders.
- Specialized Skills: May require skills in welding, machining, and working with specialized equipment like micro-meters and tachometers.
- EQUPMENT: CAT D8 Dozer, CAT D9 Dozer, CAT 992 Wheel Loader, CAT 994 Wheel Loader, CAT 390 Excavator, CAT 6030 Face Shovel.
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Avantech
, Zambia
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Routine Maintenance: Performing scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication, according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Component Repair and Replacement: Repairing or replacing worn or faulty parts, such as bearings, pistons, gears, and major components like engines and hydraulic systems.
- Overhaul and Testing: Overhauling and testing major components, including engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting and resolving complex equipment malfunctions.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
- Training and Supervision: Providing guidance and training to junior technicians, and potentially supervising installation and assembly work.
- Inventory Management: Ordering and maintaining an inventory of spare parts and equipment.
- Communication and Collaboration: Communicating effectively with team members, operators, and other stakeholders.
- Specialized Skills: May require skills in welding, machining, and working with specialized equipment like micro-meters and tachometers.
- EQUPMENT: Bell B35-B40-B45 Trucks.
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Barloworld
, Botswana
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Routine Maintenance: Performing scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication, according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Component Repair and Replacement: Repairing or replacing worn or faulty parts, such as bearings, pistons, gears, and major components like engines and hydraulic systems.
- Overhaul and Testing: Overhauling and testing major components, including engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting and resolving complex equipment malfunctions.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
- Training and Supervision: Providing guidance and training to junior technicians, and potentially supervising installation and assembly work.
- Inventory Management: Ordering and maintaining an inventory of spare parts and equipment.
- Communication and Collaboration: Communicating effectively with team members, operators, and other stakeholders.
- Specialized Skills: May require skills in welding, machining, and working with specialized equipment like micro-meters and tachometers.
- EQUPMENT: CAT 6040, CAT 6060, CAT Graders 16M, CAT Dozer D10-D11, CAT Wheel Dozer 854, CAT Wheel Loader 994.
Product Support Manager
Terex Africa
, Zambia
04.2012 - 11.2012
- Responsibilities include providing technical support, managing customer relationships, ensuring product quality and reliability, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving technical issues with earthmoving equipment, both on-site and remotely.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Assisting technicians with diagnosing and repairing equipment malfunctions, ensuring a quick and efficient return to service.
- Service and Maintenance: Planning and overseeing equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
- Feedback and Improvement: Gathering customer feedback to identify areas for product and service improvement.
- Product Monitoring: Tracking the performance of earthmoving equipment in the field, identifying potential issues or areas for improvement.
- Quality Assurance: Ensuring that earthmoving equipment meets quality standards and performance requirements.
- Data Management: Managing and analysing data related to equipment performance, maintenance, feedback.
- Safety Compliance: Ensuring that all equipment and operations comply with safety regulations and protocols.
- EQUPMENT: TEREX FACE SHOVEL RH 120 (CAT 6030), TEREX FACE SHOVEL RH 40 (CAT 6015).
Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Koidu Holdings
, Sierra Leone
09.2011 - 03.2012
- Inspection and Diagnosis: Inspected trucks and equipment to identify potential problems, including leaks, worn parts, and engine malfunctions.
- Diagnostic Testing: Used specialized tools and software to diagnose faults and analyze the root cause of issues.
- Repair and Replacement: They repair or replace defective engine parts, transmission components, steering systems, braking systems, and other related components.
- Routine Maintenance: Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid top-ups.
- Preventative Maintenance: They advise on and perform preventative maintenance to ensure the longevity and reliability of vehicles and equipment.
- Record Keeping: Maintained detailed records of repairs and maintenance performed on each truck or piece of equipment.
- Parts Ordering: Ordered parts and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
- Safety Compliance: Adhered to all safety regulations and procedures when working with trucks and equipment.
- EQUPMENT: A30-A40 Volvo Trucks, EC 360 Volvo Excavator, EC 700 Volvo Excavator.
Senior Technician on Earthmoving Equipment
Terex Africa Venetia Mine
Musina, South Africa
02.2006 - 08.2011
- Routine Maintenance: Performing scheduled maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, and lubrication, according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Diagnosis and Repair: Identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Component Repair and Replacement: Repairing or replacing worn or faulty parts, such as bearings, pistons, gears, and major components like engines and hydraulic systems.
- Overhaul and Testing: Overhauling and testing major components, including engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting and resolving complex equipment malfunctions.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of maintenance and repair work.
- Training and Supervision: Providing guidance and training to junior technicians, and potentially supervising installation and assembly work.
- Inventory Management: Ordering and maintaining an inventory of spare parts and equipment.
- Communication and Collaboration: Communicating effectively with team members, operators, and other stakeholders.
- Specialized Skills: May require skills in welding, machining, and working with specialized equipment like micro-meters and tachometers.
- EQUPMENT: Terex Shovels RH200-RH340.
Diesel Mechanic
Reinhardt Transport
Nigel, South Africa
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Inspection and Diagnosis: Inspected trucks and equipment to identify potential problems, including leaks, worn parts, and engine malfunctions.
- Diagnostic Testing: Used specialized tools and software to diagnose faults and analyse the root cause of issues.
- Repair and Replacement: They repair or replace defective engine parts, transmission components, steering systems, braking systems, and other related components.
- Routine Maintenance: Performed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid top-ups.
- Preventative Maintenance: They advise on and perform preventative maintenance to ensure the longevity and reliability of vehicles and equipment.
- Record Keeping: Maintained detailed records of repairs and maintenance performed on each truck or piece of equipment.
- Parts Ordering: Ordered parts and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
- Safety Compliance: Adhered to all safety regulations and procedures when working with trucks and equipment.
- EQUPMENT: FM10-FH12 Volvo Trucks, DAF 85 Trucks, DAF 95 Trucks, RENAULT K380.
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
Coca-Cola
Louis Trichardt, South Africa
01.1998 - 12.2004
- Observed and learned from experienced mechanics during repairs and maintenance, learning procedures, techniques, and best practices.
- Learned to use and maintain various tools and equipment used in diesel repair and maintenance.
- Assisted with routine maintenance tasks like oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid top-ups.
- Learned to disassemble and reassemble engine components and other truck parts.
- Maintained the shop's inventory of parts and supplies.
- Learned to conduct inspections on various truck parts and systems, identifying potential issues.
- Learned to diagnose problems in diesel engines using diagnostic tools and procedures.
- Repairing and/or replacing various components, including brakes, suspension, and other parts.
- Test-drive trucks after repairs to ensure they are working correctly.
- EQUPMENT: Mercedes Benz Powerliner, Mercedes Benz Actros.
Fitter and Turner
Steyn Staal
Louis Trichardt, South Africa
01.1997 - 12.1997
- Using various machine tools like lathes, milling machines, and drilling machines to shape and modify metal parts.
- Assembling fabricated parts and subassemblies to complete machinery and equipment.
- Welding, cutting, and grinding of materials as needed.
- Replacing worn-out or damaged parts with precision-made replacements.
- Using measuring tools and instruments to ensure accuracy.
- Following safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- Working in conjunction with other tradespeople to complete projects.
- Fitting bearings, gears, and other components into machinery.
- Repairing damaged machine parts.
- Drilling and tapping holes in metal.
Education
Diesel Mechanic -
Olifantsfontein Red Seal Section 26D
01.2002
MATRIC (Grade 12) - English, Afrikaans, Math’s, Fitting, Turning, Technical Drawing
John Vorster High School
01.1995
Skills
- Workshop team leadership
- Maintenance planning
- Repairs knowledge
- Safety protocols
- Budgeting and cost control
Custom Section
- +27 64 824 0840 ( South Africa)
- +232 99 222 207 (Sierra Leone)
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Intermediate
B1
Personal Information
- Age: 48
- Date of birth: 1977-08-11
- Nationality: South African
- Marital status: Married
Reference
Derick vd Merve
HR HOD Koidu Holdings
+27 73 255 4808
Attie Coetze
Workshop Manager MGC
+27 82 850 7273
Barend Koekemoer
Workshop Manager Avantech
+27 73 938 4690
Dawie Koeglenberg
Workshop Manager Barloworld
+243 974 447 175
Certification
- New Manager: The Basics and More of Being a Great Leader
- Productivity and Time Management for Managers and Leaders
- Management Skills - Team Leadership Skills Masterclass
Timeline
Workshop Manager
Koidu Holdings
01.2020 - 04.2025
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Koidu Holdings
07.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Matekane Group of Companies / MGC
12.2016 - 06.2018
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Avantech
07.2014 - 11.2016
Senior Technician Earthmoving
Barloworld
01.2013 - 06.2014
Product Support Manager
Terex Africa
04.2012 - 11.2012
Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Koidu Holdings
09.2011 - 03.2012
Senior Technician on Earthmoving Equipment
Terex Africa Venetia Mine
02.2006 - 08.2011
Diesel Mechanic
Reinhardt Transport
01.2005 - 01.2006
Apprentice Diesel Mechanic
Coca-Cola
01.1998 - 12.2004
Fitter and Turner
Steyn Staal
01.1997 - 12.1997
Diesel Mechanic -
Olifantsfontein Red Seal Section 26D
MATRIC (Grade 12) - English, Afrikaans, Math’s, Fitting, Turning, Technical Drawing
John Vorster High School
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