Catherine Mbetse
Chemical Engineering Graduate
Alberton
Summary
Resourceful professional eager to utilize analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient in using testing equipment and software programs with keen eye for precision. Smart and committed to furnishing detailed reports. Knowledgeable metallurgist bringing three years of experience in promoting process improvements and deployment enhancements in mineral processing. Talented leader, project manager and team player. I was part of plant ramp up where I was responsible furnace heat-up, feeding, water lines commissioning and furnace growth monitoring.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
36
36
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graduate Metallurgist
Mortimer Smelter, Anglo American Platinum
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Project completed Furnace ring repair; taking samples on worn out coolers and refractories.
- Furnace decommissioning and commissioning.
- Matte casting methodology and silica sand reduction in matte.
- Annual Stock taking, taking samples of stocks around the plant for analysis.
- Daily KPI monitoring.
- Report writing, process monitoring and taphole management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to troubleshoot production issues and develop effective solutions, ensuring high-quality output.
- Mentored junior metallurgists in Anglo American plants their technical skills and knowledge base, fostering a strong team environment.
- Coaching team, ensuring teams conduct risk assessment before work and during work.
- Safety file complying.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Metallurgist trainee P1/P2
Waterval Smelter, Anglo American Platinum
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Project completed Ladle usage and cost management – On the 28/10/2020 one of the ladles burned through resulting in loss of the containment of molten material, some of the contributing factors into the refractory failure were related to the quality of repairs, casting and the curing of the ladle
- The main objective is to quantify the benefits of outsourcing the ladle refractory repairs
- This can be achieved by recording consumables used, comparing number of taps done by outsourced ladles and onsite ladles
- Monitoring curing (Amount of Liquefied Petroleum Gas used per ladle) and curing pattern curve Actual versus planned
- Linear Variable Displacement Transducers (LVDTs) - are sensors installed and commissioned on the furnace as a secondary means of measuring the movement of the binding system buckstays
- When this movement is compared to an earlier reference point, the growth of the furnace can be determined
- The aim of project was to replace manual laser measurements that are taken once a day since the LVDTs represents frequent and continuous movement of the buckstay.
- Streamlined laboratory procedures by implementing modern analytical equipment, enhancing precision and accuracy in results reporting.
Education
Associate of Science - Chemical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa 04.2001 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Winile Secondary School
Alberton, South Africa 04.2001 - 04.2015
Skills
Technical report writing
Simulation Modeling
Read and write in English
Verbally good in English
Team work
Attention to detail
Time management
Handling of hazardous chemicals
Computer Literate (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Process Engineering
Quality control
Professional Statement
My name is Catherine Mbetse, Chemical Engineering graduate. I am an extremely disciplined, goal-driven, and passionate individual. I value being in a productive space that challenges my creativity and allows me the chance to stand out and show off my knowledge and skills. I have the dexterity for relating to people and building professional relations for the sake of a peaceful work environment. I thrive in high-pressure and fast-paced situations by applying skills for the course at hand. My ability to maintain comprehensive instructions and performance in professional settings will make me a good asset in any field I may occupy compatible with my expertise.
References
Available upon request.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Graduate Metallurgist
Mortimer Smelter, Anglo American Platinum
03.2022 - 03.2024
Metallurgist trainee P1/P2
Waterval Smelter, Anglo American Platinum
10.2020 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Chemical Engineering
Vaal University of Technology
04.2001 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Winile Secondary School
04.2001 - 04.2015