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Chumani Makhwelo

Chumani Makhwelo

Geologist
Kuruman

Summary

Chumani Makhwelo is a Qualified Geologist, registered with SACNASP (Reg.No:100224/15) and has over 16 years Work Experience in the Mining Industry from Underground Gold Mining, Open Cast High Grade Iron Ore Mining, Fluvial Diamond Mining, Chrome Ore Exploration and Mining Projects in the Bushveld Igneous Complex. I am currently working as a Site Manager for BME and managing the Wessels Mine Contract of delivering explosive services, accessories and support to the Hotazel Manganese Mines Project in Kuruman, Northern Cape

I have proven track record at Anglo American, Kumba Iron Ore Exploration Programme of successfully increasing the reserve and resources status of three deposits. All Deposits are currently being mined for a profit. I have excelled in team leadership and budget management delivering the deposits on time and with in the limited budget. I have achieved significant profit increases by streamlining operations and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication. Skilled in project management and site safety, ensuring timely project delivery within financial constraints.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Manager

BME a Member of Omnia Group
06.2024 - Current
  • Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Monitored, coached, and supervised team of 5 employees in 2025.
  • Established clear lines of communication among various departments involved in the blasting process to ensure seamless collaboration toward shared objectives.
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
  • Oversaw budget management, consistently delivering projects within allocated financial resources.
  • Conducted daily site meetings with client, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
  • Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely project completion through effective communication and coordination among team members.

Operations Manager

Biomed Projects and Suppliers
06.2021 - 05.2024
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying target areas for exploration drilling and developing action plans to address them.
  • Handled staff training initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce to meet dynamic industry demands.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.

Operations Manager

Alexkor Mine
06.2017 - 05.2021
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels between the mine and the contractor.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.

Senior Exploration Geo Technician

Anglo American Kumba Iron Ore, Kolomela Mine
03.2011 - 04.2016
  • Managed Exploration drilling program for Kapstevel South ,Leeuwfontein and Klipbankfontein Iron Ore Deposit from Probable to Proven Resource Status.
  • Facilitated accurate geological data collection, capturing, sampling, evaluation and validation. Increasing the status to proven stautsof geological maps and charts.
  • Increased Life-of-Mine by 8 additional years.
  • Expedited project completion timelines by providing timely delivery of geo-technical data to relevant stakeholders. Kapstevel South is now being mined for a profit.

Mine Geologist

New Dawn Mining
11.2007 - 11.2009
  • Underground Exploration Drilling: Gold Ore Prospective Drilling, Core Logging and Sampling.
  • Mine Planning: Underground Primary Development Planning, Shaft Sinking, Secondary Development Planning ( Cross cut and Raise planning) and Mine-Call-Factor Planning and Analysis.
  • Mine Production: Production Blasting and Hauling.
  • Essay Laboratory: Production and Exploration Samples Analysis.
  • Grade Control: Stockpile, Tonnage and Feedstock Management

Education

Geological And Earth Sciences

University of Fort Hare
Alice, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Team leadership

Timeline

Site Manager

BME a Member of Omnia Group
06.2024 - Current

Operations Manager

Biomed Projects and Suppliers
06.2021 - 05.2024

Operations Manager

Alexkor Mine
06.2017 - 05.2021

Senior Exploration Geo Technician

Anglo American Kumba Iron Ore, Kolomela Mine
03.2011 - 04.2016

Mine Geologist

New Dawn Mining
11.2007 - 11.2009

Geological And Earth Sciences

University of Fort Hare
04.2001 -

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