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Casper Visser

Refractory / Civils / Traffic Managment
Richards Bay

Summary

Hardworking Site Supervisor knowledgeable about Refractory, Civil and Traffic management operations. Versed in project, team and inventory management. Streamlines workflow and optimizes processes for maximum productivity, with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 20 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Refractory / Civils Site Supervisor

Aluref SA
11.2011 - Current
  • Traffic Management Plan - Responsible for following - Legislative obligations, Site and mobile plant behavior, Hazard identification and risk assessment, Types of traffic, Site maps, Isolation, Restricted areas (Mobile plant / vehicle zones), Shared zones - designated crossings, Shared zones - operational tasks, Falling loads during rear loading / unloading and resources.
  • Traffic Management - control following hazards - Falling loads when loading / unloading, Lack of visibility, Excessive speed, Malfunctions, Operator training and experience, Inappropriate use, Tip-over, Loss of load / falling objects, Mobile plant / vehicle collisions, Damage to plant and buildings.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
  • Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
  • Initiated onsite safety program and properly trained team members to decrease injuries.
  • Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Enhanced communication between construction management and personnel to facilitate smooth project completion.
  • Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
  • Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
  • Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
  • Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
  • Troubleshot issues to keep machinery and tools operational.
  • Prioritized and delegated workload based on available materials.
  • Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays, and causes.
  • Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
  • Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
  • Guided employees and contractors in task completion, offering assistance to meet tight deadlines.
  • Assisted managers in interviewing and selecting new workers.
  • Resolved issues among team members to keep employees on task.
  • Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.

Engineering Assistant

Nat Africa
05.2008 - 11.2011
  • Gathered relevant data from various sources and developed comprehensive reports for leadership review.
  • Managed ongoing maintenance and storage of test equipment.
  • Assisted with structural engineering projects that supported company business goals.
  • Manufactured and compiled components to integrate into final product designs.
  • Analyzed and planned workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency.
  • Prepared standard reports and documentation to communicate results to senior management.
  • Maintained positive work atmosphere by building relationships with co-workers, customers, clients, and management.
  • Evaluated quality control processes and made recommendations for improvements in quality control.

Refractory Supervisor

Dickenson Refractory
06.2006 - 05.2008
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Solicited customer feedback to identify and improve on areas of weakness.
  • Developed and implemented customer service policies to enhance satisfaction.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Education

No Degree - Technical

HTS Tom Naude - High Technical School
Pietersburg
01.2024 - 11.2024

Skills

    Traffic Managment

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Timeline

No Degree - Technical

HTS Tom Naude - High Technical School
01.2024 - 11.2024

Refractory / Civils Site Supervisor

Aluref SA
11.2011 - Current

Engineering Assistant

Nat Africa
05.2008 - 11.2011

Refractory Supervisor

Dickenson Refractory
06.2006 - 05.2008
Casper VisserRefractory / Civils / Traffic Managment