CHRISTOFFEL VILJOEN
Schweizer Reneke
Summary
Versatile and results-driven, I excel in heavy machinery operation and team leadership, honed over years at Rooilak Pty and various farming operations. Expert in excavator and wash plant operation, I significantly enhance productivity and safety. My proactive approach and ability to mentor staff have consistently improved operational efficiency and team capabilities. Dedicated Farm Hand with experience assisting farmers with daily tasks. Experience working weekends and evenings outdoors in snow, rain, humidity, and other inclement weather conditions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farm Hand
Lindskov Ranch
Isabel
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed wind rowing on grass, alfalfa, millet, and corn stalks for balers.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Delivered assorted grains like corn, sunflower, chickpeas, and wheat to specified storage locations using a Freightliner Columbia equipped with an Eaton Fuller gearbox.
- Positioned and adjusted drive-over conveyors to facilitate grain bin filling.
- Delivered harvested bales efficiently across multiple storage locations.
- Loaded and unloaded bales at multiple storage locations.
- Maximized storage space by effectively arranging stacked bales.
- Performed maintenance by thoroughly cleaning vacant grain storage areas.
- Operated grain vacuum for efficient grain removal from damaged bins.
- Executed snow removal tasks to ensure clear pathways.
- Assisted in conducting repairs on combines, tractors, trucks, and other machinery.
- Gained experience with truck tire replacement procedures.
Mining Site Manager
Rooilak Pty
Schweizer Reneke
01.2013 - 07.2024
- Oversaw diamond extraction processes across multiple years, leveraging prior expertise(1996-2024).
- Conducted exploration for diamond-rich gravel deposits.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols, processes and procedures.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Provided training and development opportunities for site staff, enhancing team capabilities.
- Provided training opportunities for existing staff in order to enhance their skillset.
- Performed routine audits to maintain inventories, supplies and equipment.
- Coordinated workflow between departments to maximize productivity.
- Operated earthmoving machinery in high-demand environments.
- Operated excavators ranging from 20-ton to 50-ton.
- Operated loaders up to Cat 950
- Operated dump trucks up to Bell B40
Farmer
Self employed
Schweizer Reneke
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Tractor and trailer driving (Agrico Tractor 4 Series; Ford 6610; Ford 6920; John Deere 1750, Quantum Spray; Baldin Tiller, Agrico Plow, John Shearer Plow; Rovic Ripper, Agrico side plow)
- Harvester Operator (John Deere 6620)
- Welding (stick) and Grinding
- Electrical – Semi skilled
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Managed free-range cow farming operations and ensured optimal livestock health.
- Managed sheep farming operations efficiently.
- Supported agricultural operations through planting of corn, sunflower, and peanut crops.
Site Manager
Eltes Trading CC
Kimberey
04.2007 - 12.2011
- Managed operations at a diamond mining site in Kimberley.
- Supervised excavators and dump trucks to efficiently transport gravel from mining pits to wash plants.
- Operated within Diamond Recovery Plant overseeing secure handling of retrieved diamonds.
- Executed semi-skilled welding techniques to complete various projects.
- Conducted detailed maintenance involving filter and oil servicing on equipment.
- Directed activities of a group containing up to 35 workers.
- Ensured adequate water supply for the wash plant.
- Relocated and configured wash plant components, including rock screens, conveyors, de-watering screens, generators, and the diamond recovery system.
- Linked electricity from generators to different plant components.
- Transported workers efficiently to mining site.
Site Manager
Kalklaagte Mining CC
07.1998 - 03.2007
- Operated and managed heavy machinery equipment efficiently.
- Operated wash plant used to recover diamonds.
- Employed cost management techniques to maintain budget and increase revenue.
- Modified plans in response to delays, bad weather or construction site emergencies.
- Managed daily operations of the site, including staff and contractors.
- Coordinated workflow between departments to maximize productivity.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Site Manager
Kalklaagte Mining CC
Schweizer Reneke
01.1996 - 12.1996
- Beginner excavator operator.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Conducted regular inspections of the work area to identify potential risks or hazards.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Education
Technical College - Business Management
Technical College
Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa07-1998
High School -
High School Schweizer Reneke
Schweizer Reneke, South Africa01.1995
Skills
- Excavator Operation
- Front End Loader Operation
- Dump Truck Driving
- Dozer Operation
- Wash Plant Operation
- Oil and Filter Change
- Diamond recovery machine operator
- 18 Wheeler Driver - No cdl
- Harvester Operation
- Welding
- Grinding
- Electrical Skills
- Farm equipment maintenance
- Ranch operations support
- Farm equipment and machinery
- Safety management
- Technical skills
- Safe equipment use
- Cattle herding
- Heavy lifting
- Tractor operation
Statement
I hereby confirm that the above mentioned correct is.
References
- MR J. VILJOEN, Principal
- MR J.L. VAN DER WALT, Principal Technical College
Additional Experience - Farming
part time, Bonsmara Cows, sheep, Maize, peanuts, Sunflower
Personal Information
- Age: 46
- Place of Birth: South Africa
- Dependents: 4
- Health Status: Excellent
- Date of Birth: 05/14/77
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christian
Affiliations
- I am a weekend Dj doing weddings, birthdays and other social events. I also help at our church with sound and pc projector for visial aid.
- While mining over the years i was also a part - time farmer on our family farm.
Accomplishments
- No awards of achievement cause in the work i was doing there is no official recognition.
Certification
- Code 14 Drivers License
- Excavator Operator Certificate (Old)
- Loader Operator Certificate (old)
- N4, N5, N6 in Businesmanagement
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Elementary (A2)
A2
Tswana
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Farm Hand
Lindskov Ranch
08.2024 - 01.2025
Mining Site Manager
Rooilak Pty
01.2013 - 07.2024
Farmer
Self employed
01.2012 - 12.2012
Site Manager
Eltes Trading CC
04.2007 - 12.2011
Site Manager
Kalklaagte Mining CC
07.1998 - 03.2007
Site Manager
Kalklaagte Mining CC
01.1996 - 12.1996
Technical College - Business Management
Technical College
High School -
High School Schweizer Reneke
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